KUCHING: Workers in Sarawak who wish to pursue full-time undergraduate studies will be able to enjoy free education offered by the Sarawak Government starting in 2026. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the initiative is part of the state government’s efforts to develop human capital through
KUCHING: Aligning Sarawak’s labour framework with global standards reflects the state’s commitment to protecting workers’ rights without compromising its autonomy, says Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. Abang Johari said that this year marks the first implementation of the amended Sarawak Labour Ordinance (SLO), following its approval
KUCHING: The Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development is taking proactive steps to extend welfare aid and emotional support to the families of the nine Federal Reserve Unit (FRU) personnel who lost their lives in Telok Intan on May 13. Its Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri said her ministry
KUCHING: After nearly four decades (36-year-career) of dedicated service, nursing officer Lucy Voon Siaw Lin reflects on her journey at Normah Medical Specialist Centre (NMSC), where she grew from a young nurse aide into a respected nursing officer. Voon, who joined Normah in 1989, at the age of 25, just
KUCHING: In honour of International Nurses Day 2025, Normah Medical Specialist Centre (NMSC) held its Annual Nurses Day Assembly today to celebrate the invaluable contributions of nurses. NMSC chief operating officer (COO) Vesmawati Jaffar said that the occasion was a moment to reflect on the vital role nurses play and
KUCHING: Normah Medical Specialist Centre (NMSC) is doubling down on its commitment to nurse empowerment through initiatives focused on safe staffing, career growth, and staff well-being. Speaking at the Annual Nurses Day Assembly 2025 today, NMSC nursing director Nadzrah Basri said sustained investment in nursing development is key to delivering
KUCHING: Teratak Kasih Tok Nan is preparing to open its second centre in Bintulu later this year in support of AIDS and HIV patients. Malaysian AIDS Foundation Sarawak and Sabah patron Datin Patinggi Datuk Amar Jamilah Anu also revealed plans to open a similar centre in Kota Kinabalu. “We can
KUCHING: The Department of Child Development (JPKK) has long been operating on the ground to safeguard the wellbeing of children, despite not yet being formalised by law, says Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri. The Women, Family and Community Development Minister said that while some laws still require amendment, the department’s operations
KUCHING: A total of 254 households from Kampung Sadir, Sibuang, Sibakar and Simuti received food basket donations during a handover ceremony held at Kampung Sadir Hal today. Puncak Borneo Member of Parliament (MP), Datuk Willie Mongin, said that the initiative was launched in response to the collapse of the Sungai
KUCHING: The Sarawak International Conference on Ageing (SICA) 2025 serves as a crucial platform to future-proof Sarawak’s society and policies, ensuring that no one, especially seniors, is left behind, says Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah. The Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development Minister said that in line with Sarawak’s commitment to