THE Sarawak government will set aside RM22.65 million under the 2024 State Budget to step up measures to enhance food security. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said a sum of RM1.15 million will be allocated next year to continue the rehabilitation and upgrading of the paddy planting
UNDER the 2024 State Budget, a sum of RM662 million will be set aside for the implementation of various road and bridge projects. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg stressed that road development which includes bridges, has always been given priority by the Sarawak government to connect
SONG: A total of 9,314 citizenship applications have been received from across the state. Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said the Special Task Force from the National Registration Department will facilitate the citizenship application process for these individuals in the hinterlands of Sarawak. He said the establishment of
MIRI: MP Chiew Choon Man has again gone out of his way to help a family overcome poverty through a business venture. It all started when he encountered a woman named Kak Aini, diligently gathering kangkung and sweet potato leaves by the roadside for her family’s dinner recently. Engaging in
SERIAN: The inaugural intake at the newly-built Industrial Training Institute (ILP) will take place in January 2025. MP Datuk Seri Richard Riot Jaem said ILP Serian is set to become the 33rd skills institute under the Ministry of Human Resources in Malaysia and the third in Sarawak. He said the
MIRI: Coco Cabana here came alive over the weekend with the vibrant Borneo Puppet Clown Story Carnival which drew 22 entertainers, both Malaysian and from abroad. The event, held on yesterday (Nov 18) saw captivating performances that left the audience in awe. Among the participants were artistes from the Philippines,
KUCHING: State Secretary Datuk Amar Mohamad Abu Bakar Marzuki, warmly welcomed a delegation of 75 members from the Bugis Communication Forum of West Kalimantan (FKOB Kalbar) at a dinner event on Saturday. Led by the Head of the West Kalimantan Regional Representative Council and FKOB chairman Dr Ardiyansyah, along with
SERIAN: The Serian District Council (MDS) has taken proactive efforts to maintain cleanliness and functionality of public toilets. Its chairman Lim Hock Meng said that the council is addressing issues related to the maintenance of these essential amenities by stressing the systematic approach to combat vandalism and improve public toilet
PADAWAN: The Padawan Municipal Council (MPP) is dedicated to reshaping public perceptions and fostering a positive attitude towards toilet cleanliness. As part of its sustained efforts to raise awareness about hygiene and cultivate a clean living environment, its chairman Tan Kai said MPP is actively engaged in organising the Clean
KOTA SAMARAHAN: As the world commemorates World Toilet Day today (Nov 19), Kota Samarahan Municipal Council (MPKS) has renewed its commitment to promoting a clean and safe environment. Its chairman Datuk Peter Minos said MPKS in this instance oversees the construction and maintenance of numerous public toilets in Samarahan, employing
