KUCHING: Kuching North City Hall (DBKU) has collaborated with Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (Unimas) to create a framework to implement activities that will ensure the sustainability of the city. DBKU Mayor Datuk Hilmy Othman said a three-year strategic plan will be implemented to address carbon emission, which involves reducing carbon output
KUCHING: Plastic-based products are not known to decompose so it is incumbent of the public, especially in urban areas, to reduce their usage. By doing so they would be enhancing environmental stewardship, said Utility and Telecommunication Deputy Minister, Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Junaidi. “Therefore, I would like to encourage all
KUCHING: The final night of the P. Ramlee Tribute Concert, ‘Malam Getaran Jiwa’, showcased nostalgic performances by Sarawakian singers. The concert featured an orchestra-led music performance accompanied by popular local singers such as Chien Ng, Nurhijrah Yahya, Hairee Francis, Azie Mustapha, Nurhamimah Bohan, Firdaus Abu Bakar, and the 2024 Bintang
KUCHING: A detailed study on adjusting allowances for local authority (PBT) councillors is nearing completion, said Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian. However, he added that the review of allowances for community leaders and village chiefs (KMKK) is still underway. His Ministry of Public Health, Housing and Local
KUCHING: The establishment of the Bomba Community Team is an important initiative that gives local residents the opportunity to play an active role in the safety of the area. Padawan Municipal Council (MPP) chairman Tan Kai said this team will not only assist during emergencies but also act as fire
SARAWAK’s Futurise Youth @ AI Initiative will train over 500 youth in Sarawak with artificial intelligence skills, preparing them for careers in technology and supporting growth in the state’s high-tech sector. Looking ahead, Deputy Minister for Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development, Datuk Ripin Lamat praised the initiative, noting its alignment
TELANG Usan assemblyman Datuk Dennis Ngau is all for the Youth, Sports, and Entrepreneur Development Ministry initiative to ‘Futurise the Youth,’ emphasising its importance in preparing youth for a rapidly changing future. He highlighted challenges, particularly among rural youth, who lack exposure to emerging technologies, suggesting targeted outreach programmes in
KUCHING: Members of the public, including State Legislative Assembly (DUN) staff, university students, and media personnel, were treated to a fruit-eating fiesta on the final day of the 19th State Legislative Assembly (DUN) sitting. A variety of local fruits, including durian, dabai, cempedak, watermelon, and more, were prepared as part
SARAWAK once again received a Clean Certificate for its Public Accounts for the financial year 2023. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas said that this marks the 22nd consecutive year of a clean record, clearly shown a testimony of Sarawak effective governance and prudent financial management. “This remarkable achievement
THE forest carbon activities will generate tradable carbon credits, thereby contributing to a new source of income for Sarawak. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan said that Sarawak will continue its new approach to forest management through forest carbon activities aimed at protecting (protection) and conserving (conservation) logged