KUCHING: Women empowerment will be stepped up further as Women’s Leadership Apprenticeship Initiative (PERANTIS) programme is expanded to reach out to a target of 5,000 women nationwide. Women, Family, and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri said that the programme was introduced following Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s
KUCHING: A steady drizzle did little to dampen the enthusiasm of those who turned up for this year’s first Ibu Pertiwi flag-raising ceremony here. It was officiated by Tourism, Creative Industry, and Performing Arts Minister, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah. With umbrellas in hand, an estimated 150 government officers,
KUCHING: Urban Empire Builders Sdn Bhd’s (UEB) new precast concrete plant will be a game changer in constructing the Kuching Urban Transportation System (KUTS) and the state’s future elevated bridges and roads. Deputy Minister of Public Health, Housing and Local Government, Datuk Michael Tiang said with advanced technology, high-quality production,
KUCHING: The Sarawak Umrah and Islamic Tourism Expo Festival 2025 (SUITEX 2025) next month will offer a variety of deals, including Umrah packages worth approximately RM100,000, to lucky visitors. Sarawak Umrah and Hajj Association (SUHA) chairman Ruzaiman Ghazalee said the attractive offers include free umrah packages, umrah vouchers and Zamzam
KUCHING: The Sarawak Umrah and Islamic Tourism Expo Festival 2025 (SUITEX 2025) provides an opportunity for Sarawakians to easily and transparently access information on Umrah and Hajj packages, said Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah. The Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry, and Performing Arts said events like SUITEX 2025 are
KUCHING: Datuk Seri Dr Stephen Rundi Utom has called on the younger generation to explore farming as a profitable and respected career in an effort to rejuvenate the farming industry. The Minister for Food Industry, Commodity and Regional Development (M-FICORD) acknowledged the ageing farming population, many of whom are unable
KUCHING: The Sarawak Agriculture Department (DOA) has enhanced its service coverage and efficiency through an expanded logistical capacity, including the addition of 29 vehicles to its fleet. DOA director Dominic Chunggat announced that the department had been approved for 28 four-wheel-drive vehicles and a bus, significantly strengthening its ability to
KUCHING: Logistics and accessibility in rural areas are being prioritised by the government to uplift the lives of rural communities. Food Industry, Commodity, and Regional Development Minister Datuk Seri Dr Stephen Rundi Utom highlighted the critical role of reliable vehicles in serving remote regions with rough terrain during the handover
KUCHING: Embracing the spirit of giving and sharing, the Malaysian Red Crescent SJK Chung Hua No. 5 recently organised a meaningful community service event. Held in conjunction with the coming Chinese New Year, this successful initiative aimed to bring cheer and relief to 16 selected underprivileged families from Desa Wira.
KUCHING: The Book on Customs of the Sarawak Malay Community Based on Islamic Syariah is an important document that can ensure the customs and traditions of Sarawakian Malay community are understood. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said that these traditions are manifested in the book written