Author: Karen Masing

Call to enhance rural infrastructure

THE government has been urged to take immediate steps to address issues affecting road connectivity, water quality and electricity supply in Baleh constituency. Nicholas Kudi (GPS-Baleh) highlighted the deteriorating state of rural infrastructure in the area, particularly former logging roads that have been left to fall into disrepair. “About 80

Weaving stories of tradition and creativity at Tasik Biru

AS the lively crowds wander through the colourful stalls of the Tasik Biru Festival 2025, sampling local delicacies, admiring traditional crafts, and enjoying cultural performances, some quiet corners reveal deeply personal stories behind the products on display. From budding entrepreneurs to resilient artists and cultural custodians, the festival in Bau

Metadise’s grand opening a boost for Sarawak’s tech future

KUCHING: Metadise, a Sarawak-based digital innovation company, marked a major milestone with the grand launching of its headquarters at The Podium on Saturday. The launch was officiated by Deputy Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Education, Innovation and Talent Development, Anielia Siam, who represented Education, Innovation and Talent Development Minister,

Education reform in focus as gov’t unveils five-point plan

KUCHING: The government has charted five strategic directions to reshape Malaysia’s education landscape into one that is more inclusive, future-oriented, and sustainable. The announcement was made by Deputy Prime Minister, Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, at the National Teachers’ Day 2025 celebration at Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) on

Education policy must be consistent, not testing ground

KUCHING: The national education policy must remain consistent for at least 50 years and not be altered with every change in government. In emphasising this, Deputy Prime Minister, Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, stated that frequent changes in policy whenever a new minister is appointed would only disrupt the

Education Ministry unveils six new major incentives for teachers

KUCHING: Teachers across the country were presented with six major incentives, a welcome piece of good news for the education community. Education Minister, Fadhlina Sidek, announced the initiatives during the 54th National Teacher’s Day celebration held at the Borneo Convention Centre (BCCK) today. Among the key announcements was the approval

Young gymnasts dazzle at Sarawak AGG Carnival

KUCHING: A total of 100 individuals, which includes participants, coaches and parents, gathered at Dewan Sa’ati, SUPP Headquarters today for the Sarawak Aesthetic Group Gymnastics (AGG) Carnival 2025. The two-day event, organised by the Sarawak Aesthetic Group Gymnastics Association (SAGGA) and sanctioned by the Malaysian Aesthetic Group Gymnastics Association (MAGGA),

SUPP Batu Kitang Youth to hold free E-invoice Seminar 2.0

KUCHING: A free E-Invoice Seminar will be held on May 18 at the Sarawak United Peoples’ Party (SUPP) Headquarters, aimed at equipping local businesses with essential knowledge to navigate Malaysia’s ongoing digital transformation in taxation. The seminar is the second one to be organised by the Youth Section of SUPP

i-CATS forges TVET, industry partnerships to boost education

KUCHING: A significant milestone for education in Sarawak was achieved today as i-CATS College University hosted the exchange ceremony for Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) and Letters of Intent (LOIs) with 22 Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions and 15 industry partners across the state. The event was attended

Sarawak asserts constitutional right to greater education autonomy under MA63

KUCHING: Sarawak is asserting its constitutional rights under the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) to reclaim greater control over its education policies, particularly in areas such as curriculum design and language use, in line with provisions outlined in the Inter-Governmental Committee (IGC) Report. Deputy Minister of Education, Innovation and Talent Development