KUCHING: Sarawak serves as the launch pad for the New Global Zakat and Waqf Order, leading the Global Ummah movement towards economic justice, solidarity and community empowerment worldwide. World Zakat and Waqf Forum (WZWF) secretary-general Mohd Ghazali Md Noor said this vision is not merely an academic idea, but a
KUCHING: The sound of roaring engines, the gleam of steel decks, and the sight of towering ships turned Pending Public Wharf into a sea of excitement as thousands of visitors stepped aboard the Royal Malaysian Navy (TLDM) vessels during the 2025 TLDM Ship Visit Programme. Held in conjunction with the
KUCHING: More than 10,000 people visited the Royal Malaysian Navy (TLDM) Vessel Visit programme at Pending Public Wharf over the weekend. The two-day event, held from Oct 11 to 12 in conjunction with the 79th official birthday of the Head of State Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar,
KUCHING: Minister for Women, Early Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development, Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah, has assured that all victims of abuse cases, whether women, children, or the elderly, deserve protection and justice. She stressed that every case of abuse involving women, children, or the elderly must be reported to the
KUCHING: The proposed first-ever International South Indian Conference reflects Sarawak’s strong commitment to inclusivity, ensuring minority groups have space and voice in the state’s development. Minister for Women, Early Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development, Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah said that plans are underway for Sarawak to host the convention next
KUCHING: Greater awareness on bone health is urgently needed as the prevalence of osteoporosis continues to grow among Malaysians, especially among women aged 50 and above. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian said in line with this goal, the 2025 World Osteoporosis Day celebration organised by Sarawak General
KUCHING: Sarawak’s critical shortage of doctors has prompted the state to call for a high-level federal meeting under the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) to seek long-term solutions. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian said that only 249 out of 540 medical officers (MOs) allocated to the State Health
KUCHING: The Malaysia-China Friendship Park will transform into a hub of celebration as the Mooncake Festival 2025 brings families and communities together every evening from 4:00 pm to 11:00 pm between October 2 and 12. Kuching South City Council (MBKS) Mayor, Datuk Wee Hong Seng, said that the celebration is
KUCHING: Sarawak has 193 registered school cooperatives with a total membership of 202,598 and a turnover of RM44.64 million as of Dec 31, 2024, said Batang Sadong MP Rodiyah Sapiee. Rodiyah, who is also Malaysia Cooperative Societies Commission (SKM) Board of Directors member, said that a total of RM563,200 in
KUCHING: The launch of the Subsidised Petrol Control System (SPKS) BUDI95 saw strong public response across the city, particularly at fuel stations located along well-traveled suburban arteries. Petronas and Shell stations in Matang Jaya and Petra Jaya experienced steady queues during peak hours, as residents ran errands, made school runs,