Tuesday, 24 March 2026

Author: Nura V Lorna

SET-P to propel Sarawak’s decarbonisation efforts

KUCHING: The Sarawak Energy Transition Policy (SET-P) will position Sarawak at the forefront of Malaysia’s energy transition while contributing to global decarbonisation goals. Sarawak State Secretary Datuk Amar Mohamad Abu Bakar Marzuki said the newly launched policy complements the Sarawak Sustainability Blueprint (SSB) 2030 and the Sarawak Hydrogen Economy Roadmap

Premier to officiate at DBNA community hostel in September

KUCHING: The Dayak Bidayuh National Association (DBNA) will have a new community hostel by September. DBNA adviser Datuk Seri Roland Sagah Wee Inn said the hostel, funded through a grant from the Sarawak government, will benefit the Bidayuh community. He said the launching ceremony will be officiated by Premier Datuk

New bridge ends six-decade wait for Nanga Lasi residents

SARAWAK: A six-decade wait for better connectivity has finally ended for the residents of Nanga Lasi with the completion of a new bridge under the Sarawak Government’s ‘Projek Rakyat’ initiative. The RM5-million project replaces an old suspension bridge previously accessible only to pedestrians, enabling motor vehicle access and improving daily

Beware of ‘Bang Boy’, warns SFC

KUCHING: The Sarawak Forestry Corporation (SFC) has reminded the public to remain cautious near rivers following a photo showing children swimming in waters known to be inhabited by crocodiles. In a statement posted, SFC expressed disappointment over the photo, saying it was received from concerned individuals despite prior warnings about

Urgent call for blood donations amid critical cases

KUCHING: The Blood Bank of Sarawak General Hospital (SGH) is urgently calling for blood donations to meet the critical needs of several patients this week. In a statement today, the Blood Bank stressed that the hospital is facing increased demand due to multiple emergency cases. It added that these cases

Don’t treat Sarawak’s rights as a threat to Malaysia’s sovereign credit rating: Yap

KUCHING: Kota Sentosa assemblyman Wilfred Yap has rejected former economy minister Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli’s suggestion that increasing Sarawak’s share of oil and gas revenues could threaten Malaysia’s sovereign credit rating and raise national debt interest rates. Yap stressed that Sarawak’s rightful demands are grounded in legal and constitutional frameworks,

Premier floats vision of ‘Venice of Bintangor’

KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has floated the idea of introducing gondola rides along Sungai Bintangor, envisioning a vibrant waterfront inspired by the charm of Venice in Italy. He said with the completion of the Datuk Amar Juma’ani Bridge, there is now an opportunity to

Kompleks Satria Pertiwi marks stronger state governance

KUCHING: The newly officiated Kompleks Satria Pertiwi stands as a symbol of Sarawak’s stronger and more secure administrative governance. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the building, now housing the Sarawak Cabinet Secretariat, serves as a centralised seat of government and is equipped with advanced security

New bridge catalyst for Satok’s development

KUCHING: The Datuk Amar Juma’ani Bridge is set to act as a catalyst for modern urban development in the heart of Satok, says Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. He said the presence of the uniquely designed bridge, standing prominently in the middle of a traditional village

Datuk Amar Juma’ani Bridge Malaysia’s only tripod bridge


KUCHING: With its bold three-legged pylon towering over Sungai Bintangor, the RM50.6 million Datuk Amar Juma’ani Bridge stands out as the only one of its kind in Malaysia. Deputy Utility (Sarawak Energy and PETROS) Minister Datuk Ibrahim Baki said the cable-stayed bridge was inspired by the Erasmus Bridge in Rotterdam