Tuesday, 9 December 2025

Author: Nur Farihan Razali

Sarawak govt committed to empowering entrepreneurs, says Daro rep

DARO: Daro assemblyman Safiee Ahmad reiterated the Sarawak government’s dedication to supporting entrepreneurs in the state through the provision of infrastructure and knowledge. He stated that knowledge in the field of entrepreneurship is crucial for entrepreneurs because “entrepreneurship is always dynamic and changing due to market and societal changes.” “Equipped

Kpg Meritam JKKK to manage recreational park

LIMBANG: The Kampung Meritam Village Development and Security Committee (JKKK) has been appointed as the management operator for Meritam Bebuak Recreational Park. Walikota of Limbang District Council, Sufian Mohat stated that the council had discussed the matter with Kampung Meritam JKKK. “This is to provide opportunities for the village residents

Parental cooperation vital for success of Unity Kindergarten programmes

MUKAH: Department of National Unity and National Integration, Sarawak director Dirwana Azool has stressed the crucial role of parental cooperation in the success of programmes organised by Unity Kindergartens (TABIKA). “Especially for parents whose children attend Unity Kindergartens, they are simultaneously supporting the Unity Department. “Without parental support and cooperation,

Continue to serve the community, party branch told

MUKAH: Members of Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) Tellian branch have been urged to continue serving the community. In making this call, Tellian assemblyman Royston Valentine said the party branch is responsible to channel information to the grassroots. “We serve as a medium to convey the agenda and the initiatives

Gathering held to foster ties among members

MUKAH: The Mukah Chiang Chuan Association Dance Studio and Angel Dance Studio has organised a gathering in conjunction with the upcoming Chinese New Year festive season. About 50 people from all walks of life attended the dinner held at the Kingwood Hotel here on Saturday evening (Jan 27). The attendees

The ‘awakening’ of six lions

MUKAH: The Tua Pek Kong Mukah Temple here has witnessed the ‘awakening’ of six lions. This was followed when the lion’s eyes are dotted during the Lion’s Eye-Dotting Ceremony at the temple today (Jan 27). Mukah Dragon, Lion, and Wushu Association chairman Ho Ing Siong mentioned that the eye dotting

Mandatory licensing for commercial ice factories

MUKAH: All ice factories engaged in commercial ice production are required to obtain an ice licence from the Ministry of Health Malaysia (MOH). This regulation is based on Section 394A(4) of the Food Regulations of 1985.Premises involved in ice processing are also subject to specific provisions under the Food Hygiene

Balingian rep stresses trustworthiness and community support for KMKKs

MUKAH: Balingian assemblyman Abdul Yakub Arbi has stressed the importance of trustworthiness for Community and Village Chiefs (KMKK) in carrying out their leadership responsibilities. This includes resolving disputes related to customary laws and assisting in collecting vital information like birth and death records, to be submitted to the District Office

No community is left out in celebrations

MUKAH: The ‘Sejambak Kasih’ programme, organised by the Sarawak Social Welfare Department (JKM), includes all ethnic communities embracing their own festivals. Women, Early Childhood and Community Well-being Development Minister Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah emphasised the importance of ensuring that no community is left out in commemorating their festivals. “We will

State capital is world’s 14th cleanest city

KUCHING: Kuching, the state capital and largest city in Sarawak is ranked the 14th cleanest city in the world. It is based on sources from the IQAir website, a ‘real time’ air quality reporting portal for cities around the world. The cleanliness of this city has been measured based on