Friday, 20 March 2026

Author: Nur Farihan Razali

New dialysis machine donated to Mukah Hospital’s Hemodialysis Unit

KUCHING:The Hemodialysis Unit at Mukah Hospital has received a valuable donation in the form of a new dialysis machine. Mukah community chief Kapitan Kang Boon Eong said that this machine was a generous contribution from the late Cho Peh Liang, specifically intended to support the patients reliant on it. “This

Contractor selection vital for timely project completion, stresses deputy minister

MATU: Datuk Dr Juanda Jaya has underscored the importance of selecting capable contractors to ensure that projects are completed within the stipulated timeframe. “If projects are completed within the specified timeframe, they will meet the expectations of the people.  “However, it is our concern to ensure that the contractors responsible

Centre pledges to stay relevant in new era

BY NUR FARIHAN RAZALI MUKAH: The Mukah Youth Innovation and Transformation Centre (MYTIC) will ensure it remains relevant and plays an important role here. Tellian assemblyman Royston Valentine said it will strive to organise activities or programmes related to Technical Education and Vocational Training (TVET) and also digital courses. “In

Malaysia Walk draws 2,000 diverse participants

MUKAH: The “Malaysia Walk”, a key highlight of the 2023 Mukah District Level Malaysia Day Carnival, attracted over 2,000 individuals of diverse backgrounds and ages, covering a distance of three kilometres. Tellian assemblyman, Royston Valentine, emphasised the importance of celebrating Malaysia Day, marking the formation of Malaysia. “This celebration fosters

Innovation centre champions digital growth, youth

MUKAH: The Mukah Youth Transformation and Innovation Centre (MYTIC) is dedicated to staying relevant and aims to become a crucial hub in town. Tellian assemblyman and MYTIC manager, Royston Valentine, emphasised the state government’s commitment to promoting digital in government and private sector entities. “Given this commitment, MYTIC continually organises

Thumbs up to a caring King

MUKAH: It is good to know that the Yang di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah has agreed to read the letters presented to him by the people of Sabah and Sarawak during his “Kenali Kembara Borneo” tour recently. Not only that, His Majesty says he will also submit

Fatimah stresses importance of education as long-term investment

DALAT: Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah has stressed that education is a long-term investment as it can lead to positive changes in a family’s economic status. Fatimah, who is the Minister for Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development, stated that education is a priority in every region as it plays a

Mukah’s ‘Be The Star Tonight’ karaoke contest draws strong response

KUCHING: The ‘Be The Star Tonight’ karaoke competition, organised by the Social Bureau of the Majlis Ketua Masyarakat dan Ketua Kaum (KMKK) Mukah District, received a strong response from local residents. The competition was open to residents of Oya, Mukah and Balingian, with an initial total of 20 entries. After

Sarawak youths back new council plan

MUKAH: Youth are rallying behind the proposal to establish a Sarawak Youth Council. Sarawak Youth MP Mohd Helmi Zamil said the council will play a crucial role in promoting active youth involvement. “This initiative can spark more interest among our youth, encouraging them to engage and understand our state’s progress,”

Empowerment of education involves all parties

DARO: All segments of society have the right to support education empowerment, says Daro assemblyman Safiee Ahmad. “It is not limited to assemblymen, government and private agencies alone. “The term ‘contributing’ should not be limited in financial form only because talent and skills can also be used as a contribution.