Tuesday, 30 December 2025

Author: Neville Timothy Sanders

Schools urged to promote environmental preservation among students

SARIKEI: Schools are urged to intensify efforts in educating students on the importance of environmental preservation. Deputy Natural Resources and Environment Minister Datuk Seri Huang Tiong Sii said this is a strategic effort to ensure that the younger generation become more aware, responsible and proactive in addressing urgent environmental issues,

TABIKA Kemas backs Sarawak government’s English education initiative

KUCHING: TABIKA Kemas has expressed support for the Sarawak government’s initiative to strengthen English language education. Kuching Division KEMAS officer Hazlinah Samsir said this is demonstrated by the participation of TABIKA Kemas children in the Stampin Parliament area in rhythmic speech or choral speaking. “They are able to perform choral

Yap calls on educational bodies to apply for funds

KUCHING: Kota Sentosa assemblyman Wilfred Yap has called on educational institutions in his constituency to apply for allocations to fund activities or upgrade their facilities. He said such funding can be made available though his Rural Transformation Programme (RTP) allocations. “If we listen to Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang

Abang Jo to launch EIC CONNECT Energy Borneo 2025 next month

KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg is expected to officiate the Energy Industries Council (EIC) CONNECT Energy Borneo 2025 on Feb 25 and 26, at Hikmah Exchange here. This prestigious event, organised by the EIC, aims to provide an exclusive platform for industry leaders, innovators and

TYT receives visit from Raja Laksamana of Perlis

KUCHING: Head of State (TYT) Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar graciously received His Highness Datuk Seri Diraja Syed Razlan Ibni Almarhum Tuanku Syed Putra Jamalullail, the Raja Laksamana of Perlis, during an audience at the Astana Negeri Sarawak on Tuesday (Jan 14). The meeting, held at 10am,

Kuching to host The Legacy Three-Sixty forum in September

KUCHING: A Business Events for a Sustainable Future Forum titled The Legacy Three-Sixty, will take place this coming September. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the two-day event will feature interactive workshops and thought-provoking dialogues, with the Borneo Inspires Legacy Awards taking place on the night

Abdul Karim: It’s not easy, but Abang Jo’s leadership is nothing short of exemplary

KUCHING: The success of Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg’s leadership over the past eight years has been highly impressive, with various initiatives introduced to assist the Sarawakians and advance the region’s development. Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry, and Performing Arts Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah

Bridge and road project set for completion by March

SARIKEI: The Batang Rajang Bridge and Pasi Sarikei road is expected to be completed by March this year. Sarikei MP Datuk Seri Huang Tiong Sii said the project, which costs over RM350 million will accelerate infrastructure development and enhance the socio-economic growth of the local population. “One of the main

Ministry offers assistance to first time home buyers

KUCHING: The Sarawak government through the Ministry of Public Health, Housing and Local Government will continue to assist the first time home buyers in owning their first ever property. Deputy Minister Datuk Dr Penguang Manggil said the state had introduced a number of assistance for those who want to own

SHEDA holds roadshow for home and property buyers 

KUCHING: The Sarawak Housing and Real Estate Developers Association (SHEDA) Kuching Branch (SKB) Home and Property Roadshow 2025 offers home buyers information on the type of property they want to own and purchase. The three-day Chinese New Year themed roadshow, which kicked off from January 10 to 12, also serves