Author: Ma Chee Seng

Empowering women, families crucial to progressive society

EMPOWERING women and families is vital to fostering a progressive society, said Women, Childhood, and Community Well-being Minister, Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah. Fatimah who highlighted the ministry’s initiatives towards this end, said much has been done through the Sarawak Women and Family Department to enhance the economic and social standing

State to focus on riverbank erosion and flood mitigation projects

PRIORITY will be given to riverbank erosion and flood mitigation efforts across the state. Food Industry, Commodity, and Regional Development MinisterDatuk Seri Dr. Stephen Rundi Utom said the government is committed to ongoing and proposed projects under the Department of Drainage and Irrigation (DID). “Among the key initiatives involves the

Protecting lives from erosion and flooding

The Sarawak government is prioritising riverbank erosion and flood mitigation efforts across several districts, said Minister of Food Industry, Commodity, and Regional Development Datuk Seri Dr. Stephen Rundi Utom.“Among the key initiatives involves Batang Rajang and Baram riverbank protection where proposals for erosion control structures at various longhouses and villages,

Go AI, Mawan tells Scout leaders

KUCHING: Tan Sri William Mawan Ikom has called on scout leaders to embrace technological advancements, particularly artificial intelligence (AI), as a tool to prepare for future challenges. The Sarawak Scout Council chief noted that it is important to align scouting initiatives with the Sarawak government’s youth development vision. “As now

Teenagers perished in road accident

BAU: A tragic road accident claimed the lives of two youth and left one seriously injured on Friday evening (Nov 15).The incident occurred around 7.30 pm at KM 10.5 on the Bau-Kuching road.According to Bau District Police Chief DSP Dr. Daram Ruer, a 15-year-old motorcyclist and his 18-year-old pillion rider

Addressing key young entrepreneurs’ challenges

DEPUTY Minister for Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development, Datuk Ripin Lamat (GPS-Lambir) has outlined the comprehensive efforts under the Sarawak Youth StartUp Programme to tackle the pressing challenges faced by young entrepreneurs in the state. Speaking at a press conference during the Sarawak State Assembly yesterday, he detailed the programme’s

Rep pushes for action on wildlife, leadership

DATUK Mohd Chee Kadir (GPS-Kabung) voiced concerns about the growing crocodile threat faced by residents in his constituency during his support for the Supply Bill 2025 today (Nov 15). In his speech, he said that the increasing crocodile population in Kabong has intensified the risk of human-crocodile conflicts. “Fishermen who

Meluan rep: Expedite approval for Julau petrol station

ROLLAND Duat Jubin (GPS-Meluan) has once again called for expedited approval from the State Planning Authority (SPA) for a petrol station in Julau, drawing attention to the prolonged hardship faced by his constituents. Speaking during the State Legislative Assembly (DUN) debate in support of the Supply Bill 2025, he highlighted

Pujut rep urges greater support for councils, students, flood mitigation efforts

ADAM Yii Siew Sang (GPS-Pujut) has urged the Sarawak government to allocate additional resources to local councils, highlighting the financial pressures they face in maintaining essential services. Yii pointed out that despite minimal increases in revenue from assessment rates over the last two decades, local councils like the Miri City

Assemblyman lauds record-breaking Budget 2025

ADAM Yii Siew Sang (GPS-Pujut) expressed strong support for Sarawak’s unprecedented budget, highlighting its strategic allocations aimed at driving sustainable development, enhancing rural infrastructure, and supporting educational and economic growth across the state. He described Budget 2025 as a strategic, future-focused plan that positions Sarawak to achieve high-income status through