Sunday, 15 March 2026

Author: Jacintha Jolene

One new rabies case reported, death toll 91 since July 2017

KUCHING: One new human rabies case has been reported in Sarawak, bringing the cumulative number of cases since the outbreak was declared in July 2017 to 91. In a statement, the Sarawak State Health Department (JKNS) said the latest case involved a 44-year-old Malaysian man who died at Sarawak General

First AI CCTV installed at Selangau P-turn

SIBU: The Public Works Department Sarawak (JKR) has launched the first artificial intelligence (AI) CCTV system at the P-turn of the Pan Borneo Highway in Selangau here as part of ongoing efforts to enhance road safety. The launch ceremony, held on Wednesday (Feb 25), was officiated by director Datuk Cassidy

Administration Building project ready by April

BINTULU: The construction of the new Bintulu Administration Building project in Jepak is reaching 96.75 per cent completion, with full completion expected by mid-April 2026. Director of the Sarawak Public Works Department (PWD) Datuk Cassidy Morris conducted a Project Empowerment Visit to the site to assess its current progress and

MBKS assures development for Jalan Selangan Batu

KUCHING: The Kuching South City Council (MBKS) has assured that the community of Jalan Selangan Batu will not be left behind in development efforts. Its mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng said the council has been closely monitoring the area and addressing longstanding issues to improve the residents’ quality of life.

Ministry to expedite building of clinic, office and quarters

KUCHING: The Ministry of Health (MoH) will expedite the construction of the Betong Health Clinic (Type 3), the Betong Divisional Health Office, and staff quarters valued at nearly RM78 million. Deputy Health Minister Datuk Hanifah Hajar Taib said based on the current pre-implementation status, the tender advertisement for the 12th

RM13mil for Sarikei Hospital modernisation efforts

KUCHING: A total of RM13 million has been allocated to Sarikei Hospital for the procurement of essential medical equipment since 2022, ensuring the facility remains competitive in providing quality healthcare. Deputy Health Minister Datuk Hanifah Hajar Taib said the allocation, spanning from 2022 to 2026, covers the replacement and addition

Technical group focuses on essential food security

KUCHING: Ensuring sufficient and affordable food supply remains a top priority as the federal and Sarawak governments continue strengthening measures to stabilise prices and safeguard the people’s wellbeing. Federal Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi said the first Sarawak Technical Working Group Meeting on Price Stabilisation 2026 which he

Face-to-face approach key to addressing public issues: Tiong

SIBU: A face-to-face, on-the-ground approach allows issues raised by the public to be assessed more comprehensively, particularly matters involving basic needs and local development. Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing stressed that prompt follow-up action will be taken by directing his team to review the

Mile 7 Ramadan Bazaar sparks strong vendor sales

KUCHING: For traders at the Kota Sentosa Mile 7 Ramadan Bazaar 2026, the early arrival of crowds as early as 2.30 pm signalled brisk business, as people from all walks of life flocked to the venue in search of a wide array of delicacies for breaking fast or to take

28 projects to be implemented in Kota Sentosa with additional RM5 million

KUCHING: A total of 28 projects are planned for the Kota Sentosa constituency, with additional funding obtained to enhance infrastructure and resolve long-standing issues in the area. Kota Sentosa assemblyman Wilfred Yap Sau Sin said this aligns with the state government’s focus on making 2026 an implementation year to ensure