KUCHING: The Sarawak Basic Necessities Assistance (SKAS) programme has garnered widespread praise since its introduction by Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg during the Sarawak Budget 2025 presentation in November. Designed to alleviate the financial burden of vulnerable groups, SKAS offers annual financial aid ranging from RM250
SERIAN: The newly upgraded Serian Division Mosque is set to become a new landmark in the constituency, with its official handover scheduled for mid-January 2025, pending approvals from the Fire and Rescue Department and other relevant authorities. The Sarawak Islamic Council (SIC) president Datuk Misnu Taha expressed his satisfaction with
MIRI: The new Subis District Office is expected to be completed by February 2025, offering expanded administrative space for the district. Health Deputy Minister Datuk Lukanisman Awang Sauni expressed optimism that the development will significantly improve public services for the people of Subis. He acknowledged the ongoing challenges in infrastructure
KUCHING: Sarawak Metro has announced a permanent road closure at the left-turn junction leading to Ibraco HQ, as well as both lanes from Ibraco Headquarters (HQ) to ‘The Northbank’ area, in front of Avona Residence. The closure will take effect from Dec 26 onwards. The road closure is part of
KUCHING: Sarawak is set to play a leading role in addressing climate change and driving the global energy transition with its abundant renewable resources, said Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian. He lamented that, despite Sarawak already achieving net-zero carbon emissions, the state continues to face environmental impacts
KUCHING: Head of State Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar handed over RM800,000 in aid to four houses of worship in Lundu during a cheque presentation ceremony at his official residence, Kasuma Resort here today (Dec 20). The ceremony marked the fourth phase of the Unit for Other
KUCHING: The Malaysian Meteorological Department (METMalaysia) has issued a continuous heavy rain warning for several regions in Sarawak, including Kuching, Serian, Samarahan, Sri Aman, Betong, Sarikei, Sibu, Mukah, and Bintulu. The weather conditions are expected to persist until Sunday (Dec 22), raising concerns for potential flooding and disruptions. The department
KUCHING: Sarawak Public Works Department (PWD) director Dr Cassidy Morris has been appointed as an honorary member of the Building Information Modelling (BIM) Malaysia Association. The association in a statement expressed its appreciation for Cassidy’s acceptance of the appointment, which it sees as a significant milestone in fostering closer collaboration
KUCHING: A celebration of faith and unity took centre stage as over 2,000 worshippers gathered for the Association of Churches in Sarawak (ACS) prayer service, themed ‘Love That Transforms Lives’. Held at the Christian Ecumenical Worship Centre on Thursday (Dec 19), the event showcased Sarawak’s hallmark of interfaith harmony, welcoming
KUCHING: The Sarawak Forestry Corporation (SFC) has a timely reminder for everyone —stay safe and keep an eye out for crocodiles as the rainy season brings rising water levels. With continuous heavy rain causing water to overflow in some areas, crocodiles have been spotted venturing closer to human habitats. “These