Friday, 2 January 2026

Author: Fasiha Khushiri

SUPP Youth criticises policy, warns students should not be ‘guinea pigs’

KUCHING: Sarawak United Peoples’ Party (SUPP) Youth Central vice-chairman, Kelvin Hii, has criticised the Education Ministry’s new two-teachers-per-class policy, warning that students should not be treated as “guinea pigs”. Hii expressed bewilderment over the announcement, questioning whether the ministry had evaluated the practicality or explored better alternatives before deciding to

Sarawak targets 50% IPS graduates to become entrepreneurs

KUCHING: The Sarawak government is targeting at least 50 per cent of graduates from the Sarawak Agricultural Institute (IPS) become entrepreneurs, compared to only four per cent currently. This target aligns with the state government’s efforts to produce more young agropreneurs capable of generating their own income while contributing to

Sarawak targets 50% IPS graduates to become entrepreneurs

KUCHING: The Sarawak government is targeting at least 50 per cent of graduates from the Sarawak Agricultural Institute (IPS) become entrepreneurs, compared to only four per cent currently. This target aligns with the state government’s efforts to produce more young agropreneurs capable of generating their own income while contributing to

Researchers must be increased to develop agricultural sector

KUCHING: The number of researchers in the agricultural sector must be increased to ensure comprehensive development of the industry. Minister for Food Industry, Commodities and Regional Development (M-FICORD), Datuk Seri Dr Stephen Rundi Utom, said that building a strong agricultural workforce must begin with producing as many researchers as possible.

Forum highlights strength of unsung women

KUCHING: The inaugural Women of Impact (WOI) Forum 2025 Driving Social Change will be held at the Borneo Cultures Museum on Nov 15 uniting Malaysia’s leading women changemakers and civil society advocates. According to a press statement from the WOI Core Committee, the half-day event aims to spark honest conversations

Sape Camp fosters unity through music

KUCHING: Yayasan Perpaduan Sarawak (YPS) is finalising preparations for the Sape Camp 2025: Strings of Unity, an eight-day cultural music programme beginning this weekend in Kuching. The camp marks the third edition of YPS’s signature cultural learning initiative that continues to inspire young Malaysians through the timeless art of traditional

Swinburne, Novugen Pharma, BMC jointly advance healthcare innovation

KUCHING: The collaboration between Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak, Novugen Pharma Sdn Bhd and Borneo Medical Centre (BMC) to develop a real-time tracking system has been hailed as a forward-thinking step toward strengthening Sarawak’s healthcare innovation ecosystem. Deputy Premier of Sarawak, Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian, said healthcare innovation

Motorists cautious in welcoming smart parking system

THE newly implemented Kuching Smart Parking System is designed to make parking payments more convenient and cashless with the app-based system aiming to modernise city parking while reducing congestion and enforcement issues. To gauge public response, Sarawak Tribune spoke to several Kuching residents, from working adults to business owners and

Innovation Month spurs growth and entrepreneurship in Sarikei

SARIKEI: The closing ceremony of the Sarikei Public Service Innovation Month on Oct 31 marked a significant milestone in advancing innovation and entrepreneurship across the region. The event underscored the close collaboration between the Sarikei Innovation Center (SIC) and the Resident Office of Sarikei, both committed to fostering a culture

Sarawak delegation learns from Swedish ombudsman model

KUCHING: Sweden’s renowned ombudsman institutions, with over two centuries of established practices, serve as global benchmarks for independent oversight and public accountability. Among these specialised bodies are the Parliamentary Ombudsmen, the Equality Ombudsman (which combats discrimination), the Ombudsman for Children, the Press Ombudsman, and the Consumer Ombudsman. On Oct 27,