Author: Nura V Lorna

TSI uncovers Sarawak’s hidden ethnic treasures

KUCHING: The TSI Leadership Programme for Sarawak Ethnic Minorities leaving participants with a strong understanding and respect for the diverse cultures in Sarawak. The programme’s closing event took place today (Sept 2) over Zoom, led by Jayl Langub, a respected Associate Research Fellow from Universiti Malaysia Sarawak’s Institute of Borneo

Stampin MP helps students pursuing higher studies

KUCHING: Stampin MP Chong Chieng Jen has given out financial aid from the Stampin Service Centre Tertiary Education Assistance Fund to eight deserving students Today. The programme, started by the Democratic Action Party (DAP) Stampin Service Centre, aims to help students who are studying at colleges or universities. “I’m using

Council delegation gains insights on smart city endeavours

KUCHING: A delegation from the Kuching South City Council (MBKS) embarked on a fruitful visit to Japan’s Aichi Prefecture government, gaining invaluable insights into the region’s smart city endeavours. Of particular interest was Aichi Prefecture’s forthcoming Station AI, a comprehensive support hub designed to cater to startups, set to begin

Organise more activities that unite communities: Dr Annuar

SIBU: Activities like the ‘Sukaneka Ria Merdeka 2023’ programme, organised here as part of the Independence Day celebration, help to bring communities together and nurture harmony among various ethnic groups. Education and Innovation Deputy Minister Datuk Dr Annuar Rapaee stressed the importance of such programmes in showcasing the spirit of

Rural and agricultural roads upgrading in Samarahan set for 2024 completion

KOTA SAMARAHAN: The Rural Roads Network (JPD) and Agricultural Road (JPL) projects in Samarahan are expected to be completed by Nov 21 next year. Datuk Rubiah Wang highlighted that the endeavour encompasses the upgrading of JPD in Kampung Naie Lama and Kampung Sungai Mata, with a combined budget of RM923,190.

Reminder to parents to prioritise children’s education

SARIKEI: Parents have been reminded to give priority to their children’s education for them to be knowledgeable. Deputy Minister for Urban Planning Land Administration and Environment Datuk Len Talif Salleh said the Sarawak government is providing significant assistance towards educational development through existing agencies. Among the initiatives are financial aid

Climbathon challenge draws bigger response

SERIAN: About 400 adventure buffs worked up a sweat at the annual Bung Sadung Climbathon Trail Challenge, held at Kampung Bunga here Sunday. The event attracted both locals abd participants from neighbouring Sabah, Brunei Darussalam and the peninsula. Education, Innovation and Talent Development Minister Datuk Roland Sagah lauded the enthusiastic

400 participate in SABERKAS Career and Education Carnival

SERIAN: About 400 local residents took part in the third edition of the Sarawak United National Youth Organisation (SABERKAS) Career and Education Carnival held here. The one-day carnival saw the active involvement of 20 employment and education agencies, offering an engaging platform to empower and uplift the local community. Youth, Sports, and