KUCHING: The Sarawak Forestry Corporation (SFC) has intensified its efforts to combat illegal wildlife trade, recently arresting a local man suspected of selling monitor lizard meat without the necessary permits. SFC in a Facebook post said the operation was the result of a month-long intelligence-gathering initiative aimed at identifying individuals
KOTA SAMARAHAN: Sarawak emerged victorious against Pahang with a score of 3-2 in the men’s futsal Group B of the Malaysia Games (SUKMA) 2024. The match showcased Sarawak’s strong performance, particularly in defence, as they thwarted numerous attempts from Pahang. Sarawak wasted no time in taking control of the game,
KUCHING: Kuching South City Council (MBKS) Mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng is seeking more legal bite to enforce the law effectively in today’s context. He is thus calling for a review of existing ordinances and regulations. He said presently penalties are often too lenient, allowing offenders to continue engaging in
KOTA SAMARAHAN: A pulsating 4-4 draw between Sarawak and Perak in the Men’s Futsal Group B of the Malaysia Games (SUKMA) kept spectators on the edge of their seats at the Samarahan Indoor Stadium yesterday. Perak drew first blood through Syaufi Ramlie’s strike in the opening minute, the quickest goal
MUKAH: Additional funding will be allocated to the Mukah waterfront construction owing to the need for land reclamation in certain areas, said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. Initially, he said the approved budget for the project was estimated at RM100 million, with 60 per cent allocated
MUKAH: The University of Technology Sarawak (UTS) Laila Taib Campus has been proposed as a key partner for collaboration with Turkey to enhance advanced marine technology, particularly in the shipbuilding industry. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said that the state-of-the-art facilities offered at the campus might
KUCHING: Sports fans and visitors can now show their support for the upcoming 21st Malaysia Games (SUKMA) Sarawak 2024 by purchasing official merchandise from Keris Sakti. As the official partner for SUKMA, it has unveiled a collection of 86 unique souvenirs – a must-have for anyone attending the event, which
KOTA SAMARAHAN: The AFFIN-Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) apprenticeship programme aims to recruit a minimum of 10 local students for its first cohort starting next year. The programme, implemented through a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the Ministry of Education, Innovation, and Talent Development (MEITD), AFFIN Group, and UNIMAS, will provide
KOTA SAMARAHAN: Sarawak’s special teacher recruitment drive has received an overwhelming response, with about 15,000 applications submitted so far. Education, Innovation and Talent Development (MEITD) Minister Datuk Seri Roland Sagah Wee Inn said the competition is stiff and selection criteria extend beyond the academic qualifications of the applicants as there
KUCHING: The government is encouraging marriage as part of its efforts to increase the country’s birth rate. Minister of Women, Family and Community Development Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri expressed concern that the nation is on the brink of becoming an ageing society, with studies indicating that 15 per cent of
