KUCHING: The Sarawak Bumiputera Teachers’ Union (KGBS) has welcomed the government’s decision to extend the RM150 Early Schooling Assistance (BAP) to Form Six students but stresses that this amount is still insufficient to cover the increasing costs of education. Its president, Zulkiflee Sebli, said the government’s decision demonstrated concern for
KUCHING: The RM100 one-off Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) assistance has, to some extent, helped Sarawakians cope with the rising cost of living, particularly in purchasing basic necessities such as rice, eggs and cooking oil, said Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) Faculty of Economics and Business senior lecturer Dr Farhana Ismail. She
KUCHING: The arrival of the New Year 2026 was made more special in Kuching with the birth of several New Year babies at major private hospitals in the city. At Borneo Medical Centre (BMC) Kuching, a baby boy was delivered via caesarean section at 9:28 am on January 1, 2026.
KUCHING: As 2025 draws to a close, the hopes of Sarawak’s youth for 2026 reflect a generation navigating uncertainty with cautious optimism. From employment opportunities and affordable living to mental well-being and inclusive growth, young people are voicing aspirations shaped by both personal challenges and broader national realities. Sarawak Tribune
KUCHING: The Plaza Merdeka Shopping Centre’s (Plaza Merdeka) latest lucky draw campaign has recorded an overwhelming response, attracting more than 15,000 valid entries from shoppers across participating outlets. To be eligible for the lucky draw campaign, shoppers are required to make a minimum purchase of RM199 from any Plaza Merdeka
KUCHING: As Sarawak prepares to welcome 2026, Head of State, Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar, extended New Year greetings to all Sarawakians. Together with his wife, Toh Puan Datuk Patinggi Fauziah Mohd Sanusi, Wan Junaidi expressed hope that the new year would bring peace, clarity and renewed
KUCHING: Sarawak is mourning the passing of a towering intellectual figure whose lifelong dedication to social justice and economic development left an enduring imprint on the nation. The late Datuk Dr Madeline Berma, a distinguished economist and academician, was widely regarded as one of Malaysia’s most influential thinkers on development,
KOTA SAMARAHAN: Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) has reaffirmed its commitment to transforming higher education through institutional sustainability, regional development, and alignment with national priorities. The university welcomed critical discourse raised in an article titled “The Ivory Tower’s Silent Crisis: Why Malaysian universities must learn to learn,” which highlighted concerns over
KUCHING: On average, all hotels in Kuching are recording robust occupancy levels ahead of the New Year, with festive travel and school holidays driving strong demand across the city. The year-end period has traditionally been a peak season for the hospitality industry, and this year is no exception as travellers
KUCHING: As the New Year 2026 approaches, Sarawak is steadily moving closer to achieving its Sarawak Maju Makmur 2030 vision. Sarawak Transport Minister Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin said the remaining period requires stronger commitment, urging all stakeholders to intensify efforts and work together effectively. “We need to strengthen cooperation