Thursday, 1 January 2026

Author: Nurin Patra

Energy transition delivers security, sustainability, shared prosperity

KUCHING: Sarawak’s own experience demonstrates that energy transition can deliver security and sustainability while also advancing equity and shared prosperity when pursued in partnership. Deputy Minister for Energy and Environmental Sustainability, Datuk Dr Hazland Abang Hipni, said that beyond technology, the energy transition must ensure that clean energy supports the

‘Sarawak Tribune’ sets up first-ever booth at SAREF 4.0 Forum

KUCHING: The Sarawak Tribune is taking part in the Sarawak Renewable Energy Forum (SAREF) 4.0 with its own booth at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK). This marks the newspaper’s first time setting up a booth at the forum, offering visitors the chance to browse its daily publications and engage

SAREF 4.0 to highlight region’s clean energy transition

KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg will open a two-day Sustainability and Renewable Energy Forum (SAREF 4.0) here on Wednesday (Sept 3). To be held at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) it carries the theme “Partnerships for Our Goals – Sustainable Growth and Prosperity for

Sejingkat Bridge on track for March 2026 completion

KUCHING: The Sejingkat Bridge project has reached 54.77 per cent completion and remains on track to be finished by March 2026. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas said the progress has been satisfactory and expressed confidence the bridge would be delivered as scheduled. “After discussions with the contractor, we

Education system must give students space to explore their passions

KUCHING: Today’s education system must adapt to the challenges of the times and allow students the space to explore their passions, says Puncak Borneo Member of Parliament, Datuk Willie Mongin. He highlighted the need to integrate skills and the arts alongside science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) to produce well-rounded

STEAM education key to producing creative, competitive generation

KUCHING: STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) education is a key driver in producing a future generation capable of competing globally in line with the rapid development of the Fourth Industrial Revolution. Mambong Assemblyman, Datuk Dr Jerip Susil, said that STEAM combines logic and creativity to produce individuals capable

Media fraternity amplifies Sarawak as emerging global e-sports player

KUCHING: Sarawak Tribune’s Alverdtekoster Anyap once again proved his consistency on the virtual track, clinching the Best Driver award at the Initial M Media SIM Racing Grand Prix 2025 finals. He clocked a lap time of 2:07.885 at the Sepang International Circuit to finish fourth overall at Metadise Sim Racing,

RM10,000 grand prize up for grabs at Redeems BTOB 2025

KUCHING: The sound of rock and blues will fill Bau this October as the Redeems Battle of the Band 2025 (BTOB 2025) returns, bringing bands nationwide to compete for the top prize of RM10,000. Now in its third edition, the competition organised by the Singai Sarawak Research and Development Centre

REDEEMS proposes ASEAN Cultural Festival in Bau

KUCHING: The Singai Sarawak Research and Development Centre (REDEEMS) is planning to organise an ASEAN Cultural Festival event this December, with the proposal to be submitted to both the state and federal governments for approval. REDEEMS’ President, Datuk Peter Nansian Ngusie, said the proposal will first be presented to the

Affin-CGC sign MoU to provide financing to Sarawak, Sabah businesses

KUCHING: Affin Group and Credit Guarantee Corporation Malaysia Berhad (CGC) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to provide up to RM500 million in financial support for businesses with priority given to East Malaysia. The MoU, inked yesterday (Aug 25), targets micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and mid-tier companies