KUCHING: A young budding perfumer is carving a place in Sarawak’s growing youth-led entrepreneurial scene, proving that even the smallest capital can grow into a viable scent business. At just 21, Darus Faiq represents a new wave of Sarawakian youth shaping the state’s microenterprise economy through creativity, grit and a
KUCHING: Heavy rain did little to deter the thousands who gathered for the Kejiranan Mesra (KJM) Fest 2025 recently. Deputy Minister in the Premier’s Department (Project Coordinator for Regional Development Agencies, Kuching North City Commission (DBKU) and Islamic Affairs) Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Junaidi said the festival was organised to
KUCHING: The recent case of a blind woman in Samarahan who lived alone highlights the importance of community support for vulnerable residents. Women, Family and Community Development Minister, Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri, emphasised the role of the Social Welfare Department (JKM) in providing various forms of assistance, including home-based services
KUCHING: A quiet morning turned lively at the Sarawak Cultural Village (SCV) as thousands arrived early to explore traditional food showcased across community houses in a colourful “mini Sarawak” experience. Women, Family and Community Development Minister, Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri, said the Nyamai Sarawak Gastronomy Festival 2025 aimed to introduce
THE Sarawak government has successfully distributed 10,427 laptops and 4,364 book vouchers to eligible students across all institutions of higher learning in Malaysia as of October this year. Education, Innovation and Talent Development Minister Datuk Seri Roland Sagah Wee Inn said the distribution was made possible through the RM32.5 million
ABOUT 1,223,646 hectares have been surveyed under the New Initiative Native Customary Rights (NCR) Land Survey Programme from October 2010 to Oct 31, 2025. Deputy Minister for Urban Planning, Land Administration and Environment Datuk Len Talif Salleh said that the government has always recognised and safeguarded the legitimate rights of
KUCHING: Standing as a newly revitalised landmark, the Darul Furqan Taman Malihah Mosque has swiftly grown into a vibrant hub for religious learning and community life since its official reopening on March 28. The newly redeveloped mosque, built to replace an older structure that could only accommodate 500 worshippers, now
KUCHING: The Muslim Welfare Organisation Malaysia (PERKIM) Kuching Branch Bootcamp Solat Reunion programme empowered Muslim women while uniting mosques in the city for community collaboration. Its chairwoman, Datuk Seri Sharifah Mordiah Tuanku Fauzi, said the programme serves as a starting point for Muslimah to enhance not only their prayers but
KUCHING: The Medan Niaga Satok 2025 Carnival is projected to welcome over 65,000 visitors while aiming for total sales of RM1.3 million across three days. Deputy Food Industry, Commodity and Regional Development Minister, Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Ismail, said the carnival aims to promote agri-food products and position Medan Niaga Satok as a
KUCHING: Medan Niaga Satok will be further strengthened as a key distribution hub for agricultural produce, fresh food, and locally manufactured small industry products. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said that with technological support and strategic marketing, the state aims to position Medan Niaga Satok as