Friday, 9 January 2026

Author: Ma Chee Seng

Swinburne Sarawak celebrates successful completion of English Enhancement Programme

KUCHING: Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak Campus (Swinburne Sarawak) celebrated the successful completion of its English Enhancement Programme (EEP) by 21 students recently, marking their readiness for university life. According to lecturer Marione Anne Foo, the EEP offers students an immersive learning environment, focusing on academic reading, writing, communication, and

Huang doles out school supplies aid

SARIKEI: Deputy Minister of Natural Resources and Environment Datuk Seri Huang Tiong Sii donated school supplies to pupils in the Meradong area. The supplies comprised school uniforms, shoes, and bags. It was aimed to alleviate the burden of parents before the start of the school session. The assistance was distributed

Ministry targets four million tourist arrivals in 2024

KUCHING: The Ministry of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts is currently finalising the Sarawak tourism calendar for 2024. According to minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, approximately 100 programmes are targeted to be held this year, including possibly some major events to attract tourists from both domestic and

Aid disbursement to schools needs ministry’s approval

SPAOH: Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas expressed concern over the provision of material aid to schools within his Bukit Saban constituency. Speaking at the SK Nanga Gayau annual students appreciation gathering on Wednesday (Feb 7), he highlighted the necessity of obtaining approval from the Education Ministry before fulfilling

Taib’s family members express concern for former TYT

KUCHING: The family of former Sarawak Yang di-Pertua Negeri Tun Pehin Sri Abdul Taib Mahmud will hold Toh Puan Raghad Kurdi Taib entirely accountable and responsible should any harm befall him. On Sunday, February 4, his brother, Datuk Mohammad Tufail Mahmud, filed a police report at the Kuching central police

Over 20 quizzed in govt vehicle probe

KUCHING: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has called up over 20 individuals in its investigation into the awarding of contracts for the supply and management of government vehicles to Spanco Sdn Bhd. MACC chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki said the inquiry centres on the processes leading to Spanco’s selection

Mahathir’s sons yet to declare assets: MACC

KUCHING: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) is yet to receive asset declarations from the two sons of former Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad. MACC Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki, said that notices were sent to Mirzan Mahathir and Tan Sri Mohkzani Mahathir last month under Section 36 of

MACC chief assures independent oversight for agency

KUCHING: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) reassures the public that it is subject to oversight by five independent panels, one of which is a parliamentary committee tasked with evaluating its performance. MACC chief commissioner Tan Sri Datuk Sri Azam Baki stated that the agency underwent significant reforms in 2009, aiming

Media, MACC unite against corruption

KUCHING: The Cakna Rasuah: SPRM Bersama Media Sarawak Programme has been launched to foster a strategic partnership between the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) and local media outlets. Kuching Division Journalist Association (KDJA) chairman Ronnie Teo said that both the MACC and the media can leverage their respective strengths and expertise