KUCHING: Tupong assemblyman Datuk Fazzrudin Abdul Rahman wants road improvements in Kampung Gita to be expedited following delays in a sewerage project there. He said the project has caused significant inconvenience to residents, particularly in areas where excavation has disrupted road access. He explained that Phase 2, a major sewerage
KUCHING: The Ministry of Utilities and Telecommunications has allocated RM30 million to replace aging and faulty batteries under the Sarawak Alternative Rural Electrification Scheme (SARES), ensuring continued electricity supply for remote communities. Minister Datuk Seri Julaihi Narawi said the initiative aims to keep the off-grid system running at optimal performance,
KUCHING: The Ministry of Utilities and Telecommunications is preparing to extend electricity supply to thousands of new applicants under the Additional Late Applicant Fund (ALAF) project. Minister Datuk Seri Julaihi Narawi said that ALAF has so far received over 17,000 new applications, with the number expected to grow in tandem
KUCHING: The Ministry of Utilities and Telecommunications, in collaboration with Sarawak Energy Berhad (SEB), is currently reviewing the Sarawak Electricity Masterplan 2025–2030 in a bid to further enhance the state’s power infrastructure. Minister Datuk Seri Julaihi Narawi said the plan is aimed at ensuring a sustainable and reliable 24-hour electricity
KUCHING: In the spirit of Ramadhan, a total of 1,000 servings of ‘bubur asyura’ (savoury porridge) were distributed to communities across the Petra Jaya parliamentary constituency. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof officiated at the ‘Konvoi Santai Bermotorsikal’ programme as well as the distribution of ‘bubur asyura’ by Petra
KUCHING: The Melanau community and organisations are urged to leverage digital platforms to enhance communication, share information, and strengthen participation in cultural activities across Sarawak. Urban Planning, Land Administration and Environment Deputy Minister Datuk Len Talif Salleh said the initiative will help mobilise the community, activating Melanau activities, and increase
KUCHING: The free education initiative starting from 2026 gives opportunity to eligible Sarawakian children who wish to further their studies, said Datuk Fazzrudin Abdul Rahman. The Tupong assemblyman emphasised that the initiative aims to provide access to education for all students, particularly in key fields that align with Sarawak’s development
KUCHING: Sarawak plans to establish five additional traffic gardens under the 13th Malaysia Plan (RMK-13) to enhance road safety education for students and the local community. Transport Minister, Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin, said Sarawak currently has seven traffic gardens but the number is still insufficient to meet the needs
KUCHING: The Hari Raya 2025 road safety campaign will be launched in Mukah on March 17. State Transport Minister, Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin, said this year’s campaign will be slightly different, like the Chinese New Year initiative where angpau packets were distributed. “Following the success of the ministry’s road
KUCHING: Sarawak’s airline, AirBorneo, is expected to operate using new ATR 600 aircraft after the current aircraft lease period ends. Transport Minister, Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin, said no decision has been made yet as the current aircraft lease still has about two more years remaining. “The transition to ATR