KUCHING: The Regional Islamic Da’wah Council of Southeast Asia and the Pacific (RISEAP) has urged its member organisations to revitalise and institutionalise Baitulmal and Waqf as strategic tools for economic empowerment. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said this is especially crucial for strengthening the economy in
KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has urged young Muslim leaders to embrace digital transformation and equip themselves with the skills and values needed to lead with integrity in an era shaped by artificial intelligence (AI) and rapid technological change. He stressed that youth leadership development
KUCHING: Sarawak has recorded 2.4 million visitors as of June this year, said Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah. He pointed out the state is targeting 5 million visitors this year, and is looking at targeting 500,000 visitors a month from July
KUCHING: The Sarawak government is looking into the establishment of a blended finance facility to support catalytic infrastructure and transition-aligned investments. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said by leveraging risk mitigation instruments and deploying public capital as a crowd-in mechanism, the state aims to enhance the
KUCHING: Sarawak is looking into the possibility of setting up an energy council, said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. The council would ensure all stakeholders and their respective business activities align with the state’s policies. “We are looking into that. Part of the process is to
This is the final part of a two-part series exploring how Tabung Ekonomi Gagasan Anak Sarawak (TEGAS) empowers rural students across Sarawak through its initiatives. EQUAL access is at the core of TEGAS’ (Tabung Ekonomi Gagasan Anak Sarawak) mission in shaping a better future for Sarawak’s youth through education, skills
KUCHING: All current office bearers of Parti Rakyat Sarawak (PRS) have unanimously agreed to defend their posts in the upcoming party election. PRS President Joseph Salang Gandum announced this following a special Supreme Council meeting held to finalise arrangements for the party’s Triennial Delegates Conference (TDC), scheduled for October 18
KUCHING: Well-wishes poured in for Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim on the occasion of his 78th birthday today. Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi expressed deep appreciation for Anwar’s commitment and leadership in driving national progress, strengthening unity, and making shared prosperity the cornerstone of the nation’s development.
KUCHING: Murum Assemblyman, Kennedy Chukpai Ugon, has announced his bid for the Parti Rakyat Sarawak (PRS) Youth Wing chief post, offering himself as a candidate in the upcoming contest. Chukpai said the Youth Wing holds a special place in his heart, as it was his starting point when he entered
● This is the first of a two-part series showcasing SMK Medamit, Limbang’s international success with their invention and the role played by Tabung Ekonomi Gagasan Anak Sarawak (TEGAS) in making it possible. WHAT started as a concern over food waste and the lack of food among the underprivileged in
