THE Sarawak Government has allocated RM2.38 billion under its Alternative Funding to expand rural electricity supply coverage across the state. Utility and Telecommunication Minister Datuk Seri Julaihi Narawi said the funding supports 209 projects under the Rural Electricity Supply (BELB) initiative, with 164 projects (78.5 per cent) already completed. He
THE new Kuching international airport and deep-sea port are critical to Sarawak’s economic transformation and long-term progress, says Kota Sentosa Assemblyman, Wilfred Yap. He described Padungan Assemblyman, Chong Chieng Jen’s objections to the projects as a disservice to Sarawak’s aspirations, saying Chong’s criticisms reflected a narrow, short-term view. “Chong’s criticism,
THE Sarawak Science Centre is expected to hold its soft opening in the first quarter of 2026, said Education, Innovation and Talent Development Minister Datuk Seri Roland Sagah Wee Inn. He said construction progress is currently at 65 per cent, with full completion anticipated by the end of December 2025.
THE Ministry of Education, Innovation and Talent Development (MEITD) will forward proposals to reintroduce Sarawak History in primary schools and incorporate Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) elements in the pre-university syllabus. Minister Datuk Seri Roland Sagah Wee Inn said the ministry has no objection to the proposals put forward by
SERIAN: ‘Kusong’, a ballad performed by Jasmine John and Michael Gayut, was crowned champion at the 10th Bidayuh Song Chart Award (Anugerah Carta Lagu Bidayuh or ACLB), held at Dataran Mutiara Tebedu last night (May 24). The song, which means “emptiness” in Bidayuh, was inspired by the artists’ personal experiences
SERIAN: The Bidayuh Song Chart Award (Anugerah Carta Lagu Bidayuh or ACLB) is seen as a significant platform to elevate the Bidayuh music industry to greater heights. Serian MP Datuk Seri Dr Richard Riot Jaem said the quality of Bidayuh songs has continued to improve over the years, with ACLB
PUJUT Assemblyman, Adam Yii Siew Sang, has proposed a fairer electricity billing system to protect new tenants and property owners from inheriting unpaid bills. He suggested amending the Electricity Ordinance to address cases where new applicants are denied supply due to arrears left by previous occupants. While raising the matter,
SARAWAK can further unlock its economic potential by streamlining the application and connection process for commercial gas supply, said Piasau Assemblyman, Adam Yii Siew Sang. He said a smoother process would help local businesses, especially in Miri, benefit directly from Sarawak’s sole gas aggregator status through PETROS. He added that
THE Ministry of Women, Early Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development has submitted a formal request to establish two new Narcotics Addiction Rehabilitation Centre (PUSPEN) in Sarawak. Deputy Minister Datuk Mohammad Razi Sitam said the application was submitted to the Home Ministry on March 11, 2025, to address the rising demand
A proposal to construct a new Sarikei Health Clinic (Type 2) will be submitted under the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP). Public Health, Housing and Local Government Deputy Minister, Datuk Michael Tiang Ming Tee, said the proposed facility will be built on Lot 1120, Block 33, Sarikei Land District. “It will