MUKAH: Sarawak women continue to outperform men in education but still trail far behind in political participation and economic involvement, according to the Women Empowerment Statistics 2024 by the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM). As such, Minister for Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah said that
KUCHING: Head of State Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar and his wife, Toh Puan Datuk Patinggi Fauziah Mohd Sanusi have received a courtesy visit from newly appointed Sarawak Police Commissioner Datuk Mohamad Zainal Abdullah, at the Astana Negeri Sarawak here today (Oct 27). The courtesy visit marked
SIBU: The Kanowit RC Boat Challenge 2025 has served not only as a source of entertainment but also as a platform for young people to showcase their talent and creativity in remote-controlled boat racing. Ngemah assemblyman Anyi Jana said such events play an important role in fostering unity among the
KUCHING: Head of State Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar has graciously received a courtesy visit from Al Habib Ali Zainal Abidin Al Hamid and representatives of the Mahabbah Welfare Association Kuching today (Oct 27). Al Habib Ali, who also serves as Yayasan Al-Ri’ayah Malaysia chairman, was accompanied
KUCHING: Women’s leadership in politics in Sarawak still needs to be further strengthened, says Minister for Women, Early Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah. Hence, she said the ASEAN Women’s Leadership Scholarship Programme is expected to be a concrete initiative by the Sarawak government to enhance women’s
KUCHING: On a spread of intricately patterned ‘tikar bemban’ (bemban mat), surrounded by festival chatter, a woman lets her hands dance gracefully as she weaves together the dried leaves, one strand at a time. Now in her late sixties, each gentle and precise movement of her hands brings every anyaman
KUCHING: Parti Rakyat Sarawak’s (PRS) recent leadership transition is a “family affair” that reflects the party’s commitment to unity and inclusiveness, said former PRS Youth’s Chief, Datuk Snowdan Lawan. Describing the outcome of the Sixth PRS Triennial Delegates Conference (TDC) as part of the party’s democratic process, Snowdan said the
KUCHING: The rhythm of drums and cymbals will fill the air once again as more than 500 Dragon and Lion Dance performers from 46 teams across Asia compete in the upcoming Sarawak Open International Dragon & Lion Dance Cup 2025 (SOIDLDC2025) on November 1 and 2. Set to take place
KUCHING: A new coffee table photobook titled Snapshots of Sarawak has been launched to promote the state’s beauty, culture and identity through visual storytelling. The publication features nearly 300 award-winning photographs by more than 70 professional photographers, portraying Sarawak’s people, landscapes and heritage. Deputy Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and
KUCHING: Local councils in Sarawak have been urged to strengthen efforts to build inclusive, safe, and liveable cities that cater to all generations, including children, senior citizens, and persons with disabilities. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian said the initiative aligns with Sarawak’s commitment to creating people-oriented and
