KUCHING: Non-governmental organisations (NGOs) serve as key players in fostering community development, said Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian. He commended local NGOs for their pivotal role in bridging the gap between the government and the public. The Batu Kawah assemblyman said these organisations enhance community welfare, safety,
KUCHING: The Sarawak Teachers’ Union (STU) has reaffirmed its commitment to remain the largest and most relevant teachers’ union in the state. STU president Kullin Djayang stressed that the newly elected leadership is determined to further strengthen the union’s position and ensure it continues to provide valuable benefits to its
LAWAS: Limbang and Lawas are on the cusp of joining the state electricity grid as new airport and port projects gain momentum. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan reaffirmed this commitment to equitable development, ensuring that benefits extend to all regions, including urban, suburban, and rural areas. “The
LAWAS: Healthcare development in the constituency is gaining momentum with plans underway to upgrade the Sundar Clinic and the imminent completion of a new hospital. The construction of the new Lawas hospital, now over 80 per cent complete, will enhance healthcare services in the area. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang
MUKAH: Dakwah bil hal (preaching through actions) has become the foundation for unity among Sarawakians, who come from various religious backgrounds. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg expressed his gratitude to the people of Sarawak, especially the Muslim community, for upholding unity through these indirect acts of
MUKAH: The Sarawak state-level Maulidur Rasul celebration was enlivened by 122 contingents in the Maulidur Rasul assembly and procession. The event was graced by the presence of the Head of State Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar, and his wife Toh Puan Fauziah Mohd Sanusi, alongside Premier Datuk
KUCHING: The Women, Family and Community Development Ministry is working on guidelines to prevent a repeat of the exploitation of children at welfare homes which shocked the nation recently. Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri said the ministry has formulated internal plans on handling such cases but did not elaborate on
KUCHING: The Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development will embark on a Kembara Kasih tour covering a journey of 1,456 kilometres from Kuching to Lawas. Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri said the eight-day tour will pass through eight districts, including Sibu, Kapit, Bintulu, Sibuti, Miri, Limbang and Lawas. She
BAU: Serembu assemblyman Miro Simuh will embark on a visit to Taiwan to explore agricultural practices and exchange knowledge with the island nation’s indigenous communities. Miro noted the similarities between the Bidayuh community in Bau and Taiwan’s indigenous culture, particularly in terms of hospitality and traditional foods. “Diplomatic relations and
BAU: Deputy Minister of Transport, Datuk Henry Harry Jinep revealed that his ministry is in the midst of constructing a major drainage system to ensure the progress of the road construction project along Jalan Jambusan is carried out smoothly. He explained that a bigger drain needed to be built as
