Tuesday, 24 March 2026

Author: Natasha Jee

Schools among projects on the table in Bau

BAU: Discussions are underway on future projects in the district, including the establishment of a Form 6 College or another secondary school to accommodate the growing student population. Deputy Minister of Transport and Tasik Biru assemblyman Datuk Henry Harry Jinep said plans are also being considered for the establishment of

RM55 mln approved for Suba – Bau road

BAU: Good news for the local community here. The Sarawak government has approved an allocation of RM55 million for the construction of a new road from Kampung Suba Buan and Kampung Suba leading to Bau town. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said he has directed the

Workshop explores women’s leadership potential

KUCHING: Women’s leadership potential came under the spotlight at a workshop on ‘Diversity Competitive Advantage: Women as Leaders – The Secret Sauce to Global Business Success’ here. Organised by the Greater Angkatan Zaman Mansang (Azam) Sarawak, the workshop featured renowned advocate for women entrepreneurs, Ingrid Vanderveldt, who shared powerful insights

Sarawak tennis loses in mixed team event

KUCHING: The Sarawak tennis team was narrowly defeated by Selangor 2-3 in the mixed team event on the second day of the 21st Malaysia Game (SUKMA) Tennis match at the Sarawak Lawn Tennis Association (SLTA) court yesterday (Aug 17). Competing in Group C, the home team saw its men’s single

SEB all out to keep Sukma lights on

KUCHING: Sarawak Energy is taking every measure to ensure reliable electricity supply for the 21st Malaysia Games (Sukma) scheduled from Aug 17 to 24. It is providing technical support and deploying mobile generators at key venues. “As a gold sponsor, Sarawak Energy is fully committed to supporting Sarawak as it

Sarawak makes strong start in mixed team tennis

KUCHING: Sarawak’s tennis team made a strong start at the 21st Malaysia Game (Sukma), securing a 4-1 over Sabah in the opening match of the mixed team event at the Sarawak Lawn Tennis Association (SLTA) courts here, today (Aug 16). Competing in Group C, Matthew Goh claimed the first point

Sarawak tennis players eye two gold medals

KUCHING: Sarawak are targeting to bring home two gold medals from the 21st Malaysia Games (SUKMA), with high hopes resting on the women’s doubles and team events. Head coach Arvin Tabil Jurao was confident of the team’s potential following an intensive training regime, including a stint in South Korea from

Let’s be the overall champs again; it has been a long wait: Abdul Karim

KUCHING: Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah is hopeful that Sarawak will maintain their momentum at the 21st Malaysia Games (SUKMA) to win the overall championship title. The Youth, Sports, and Entrepreneur Development Minister noted that Sarawak are currently leading the medals table with four gold, one silver, and three

Sarawak’s economic status boosts national strength

MUKAH: Sarawak’s green energy initiatives are not only expected to boost the state’s economy, but also strengthen the country’s economic position. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said Sarawak’s strength contributes directly to Malaysia’s strength. “If Sarawak is strong, Malaysia is strong. If Sarawak is advanced, Malaysia