KUCHING: Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (Unimas) recently collaborated with the University of Amsterdam (VU Amsterdam) and University for Development Studies (UDS) in Ghana on a course which addressed unconnected people. “ICT4D in the Field” was a global community service learning course that was open to students undertaking the masters’ course with bachelor-level
SIMUNJAN: Sarawak Timber Industry Development Corporation (STIDC) will develop bamboo seed nurseries in Bintulu, Lawas and Miri in the future. Its General Manager, Datuk Hashim Bojet said, this is to ensure sufficient quality bamboo resources in Sarawak in an effort to develop the bamboo industry in the state. He said,
KOTA SAMARAHAN: A programme which seeks to produce graduates who are perceived by stakeholders and future recruiters as active, determined and independent global citizens has been carried out by Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (Unimas). This was done in collaboration with its Japanese strategic partner, Shibaura Institute of Technology (SIT). The international
KUCHING: Tanjong Datu assemblymen, Azizul Annuar Pehin Sri Adenan extended a donation to the victim affected by the storm that blew off the roof of the kitchen. It resulted in the total demolish of the kitchen structure of the house belonging to Fatimah Dani in Kampung Stunggang Melayu Lama yesterday.
KUCHING: Come the dry season the usual quiet along Sungai Tellian, located more than five kilometres from Mukah town, makes way for a hive of activity. This is when hordes of anglers descend on the river in the hope of landing a prize catch from boats, overhead bridges, jetties and
KUCHING: Early education provided by Tabika Kemas can bring about positive attitudes and instil a culture of knowledge among children. And participation in extracurricular activities and talent-based programmes can leave a positive impact in the long term, thus becoming a guide before they step into the real world of schooling.
KUCHING: Lodge International School raised more than RM36,000 for the Sarawak Children’s Cancer Society (SCCS). Three teachers, including principal Markus Gatuman, three parents and 15 students went bald for the campaign. A food sale was also held, with students and teachers from both primary and secondary sections setting up stalls.
KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg received a courtesy visit from the Malaysian Pepper Board (MPB) at his office at Wisma Bapa Malaysia, Petra Jaya here on yesterday (Aug 12). The courtesy visit led by MPB chairman Baharuddin Dato Mokhsen discussed cooperation between MPB and two
KUCHING: Members of Ahli Persatuan Amal Isteri-Isteri Wakil Rakyat Negeri Pahang (TERATAI) and Anggota Wanita Perkhidmatan Awam Malaysia (PUSPANITA) paid a visit to the Centre of Technical Excellence Sarawak (CENTEXS) here as part of their itinerary to Sarawak, today. The visit was led by the wife of the Menteri Besar
BINTULU: Sarawak will draw up a master plan to develop its agriculture industry and improve the security of the state’s food supply. Minister for Agricultural Modernisation and Regional Development, Datuk Seri Dr Stephen Rundi Utom hoped that his ministry could improve the image of the industry so that the younger