MATU: School leavers are advised to take the opportunity to further their studies at institutions of higher learning in Sarawak. According to the statement by Sarawak Public Communications Unit (UKAS), Deputy Minister in the Sarawak Premier Office (Integrity and Ombudsman) and Jemoreng assemblyman, Datuk Dr Juanda Jaya pointed out that
KUCHING: The first-ever 5-star mosque in Kuching, Masjid Darul Naim, Kampung Lintang, was inaugurated by Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg today. He, along with guests, arrived at the mosque around 12.15pm to perform Friday prayers. After the prayers, he signed the plaque on the digital screen,
MIRI: The Petronas Ngiling Tikai programme is aimed at bringing stakeholders together to celebrate Sarawak’s cultural diversity. Petronas Carigali Sdn Bhd Sarawak asset general manager Zubaidi Abang Zamhari pointed out that the programme this year was special. “Aside from us being able to celebrate this programme physically, this year we
TATAU: Voters in the constituencies of Selangau, Kakus and Tamin have been reminded to not repeat past mistakes when the 15th General Election (GE15) comes around to avoid being deceived by the Opposition’s false promises. Minister in the Premier of Sarawak’s Department Datuk John Sikie Tayai stressed that the polls
MARUDI: The Iban community, especially the youth, need to defend the customs and culture passed down to them by their ancestors. Marudi assemblyman Datuk Dr Penguang Manggil said this is to ensure their heritage is not lost to time or influenced by foreign cultures. “Nowadays, the youth are easily influenced
KUCHING: Sarawak will be introducing the extension of work permit for professionals to five years instead of renewing it annually. According to Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, the state needs more expertise such as the upper echelon, scientists, and many more to move forward in terms
KUCHING: More policies need to be established to encourage the use of electric vehicles, says Dr Hazland Abang Hipni. The Deputy Energy and Environmental Sustainability Minister stated that the government, especially the federal government, should look at the implementation of policies that could cultivate the public’s interest in using electric
SIMUNJAN: The government through the related agencies will address the flood issues faced by Kampung Sungai Raya folk, especially during the rainy season, says Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri. The Batang Sadong MP added that her representative would meet the Department of Irrigation and Drainage (DID) to get advice on the
GEDONG: A project to repair the bund at Kampung Lubok Punggor, which costs RM1.6mil, has completed. Batang Sadong MP Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri inspected the site on Monday (June 20) and said: “The broken bund had affected paddy cultivation in this area. “It is hoped that production of padi biris,
KUCHING: The medication shortage predicament faced by private clinics will not place the health of Sarawakians in jeopardy. The assurance came from Deputy Premier Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian who said private clinics running low on medications could “borrow supplies” from government facilities. “I am very grateful that Health