FOR university students from across Sarawak, Gawai Dayak is a special time to reconnect with family and embrace the rich cultural traditions that come alive during the festive season. Celebrated on June 1-2 annually, they view it as a celebration of family, heritage, unity, and shared identity. Take, for instance,
THE Sarawak Biodiversity Centre (SBC) is undertaking efforts to commercialise its biodiversity-based products. Minister of Education, Innovation and Talent Development Datuk Seri Roland Sagah Wee Inn said the approach involves a progression of registering end products that have traditional claims, to scientifically validated modern health claims and subsequently as pharmaceutical
KUCHING: Final year strategic communication student, Alezxandria Kapple, is making a name for herself in Sarawak’s growing creative industry. Despite only being 28, the Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) student has already taken on voice-overs and music to event planning and media production. Alezxandria’s path into the entertainment and creative industry
KUCHING: The Sarawak’s Kids Got Talent programme that mesmerized the crowds yesterday at the Gawai Dayak Bazaar 2025 held at MJC Batu Kawa township was an interesting show of beauty, grace and cuteness. The competition attracted young children aged 6 to 12 years old who showcased their talents in singing,
BACK in the Sarawak Legislative Assembly (DUN) chamber, Senadin assemblyman Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin is looking forward to a focused sitting, grounded in the needs of his constituents and prepared to raise their voices in the House. Lee, who also serves as the Minister of Transport, is a seasoned
THE Sarawak Government, through SEDC Energy Sdn Bhd, is currently studying and exploring other suitable sources for the production of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). Energy and Environmental Sustainability Deputy Minister, Datuk Dr Hazland Abang Hipni, said among the alternative raw materials under consideration are used cooking oil, seaweed, agricultural waste,
KOTA SAMARAHAN: Sarawakian workers who wish to pursue full-time undergraduate studies will be able to enjoy free education offered by the Sarawak Government starting in 2026. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the initiative was part of the state government’s efforts to develop human capital through
KUCHING: Sarawak has positioned itself as a pioneer in the field of labour rights and worker empowerment. In stating this Deputy Minister in the Premier’s Department (Labour, Immigration and Project Monitoring), Datuk Gerawat Gala, highlighted the state’s recent labour reforms under the amended Sarawak Labour Ordinance (SLO). “The SLO sets
KOTA SAMARAHAN: The Kota Samarahan Municipal Council (MPKS) and Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) have taken a significant step in community development with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) recently. The six-year MoU is to strengthen cooperation in community engagement, experiential learning, and public health advancement. The MoU was
KOTA SAMARAHAN: Twenty-two children have been appointed as members of the Kota Samarahan Children’s Council. The initiative involving children, aged between 9 and 16, aims to empower young voices and cultivate leadership among the youth which aligns with the Child Friendly Cities Initiative (CFCI). Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim