Saturday, 2 August 2025

Author: Sharifah Nong Jasima

Sarawak Skills signs key partnerships to boost workforce development

KUCHING: Sarawak’s efforts to develop a highly skilled, future-ready workforce took a major step forward as the Sarawak Skills Development Centre (Sarawak Skills) formalised two significant partnerships with Halliburton Energy Services (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd and Sarawak Digital Economy Corporation Bhd (SDEC). The signing ceremonies, held today at the Sarawak Skills

DBKU backs community plan to revive Carpenter Street area

KUCHING: Dewan Bandaraya Kuching Utara (DBKU) has voiced strong support for a community-led proposal to rejuvenate the Kuching heritage area, particularly around the iconic Carpenter Street. According to DBKU mayor Datuk Hilmy Othman, the initiative—driven by local businesses and temple-related associations—aims to beautify the area and introduce new business activities

Siol International Mountain Bike Challenge earns prestigious UCI C1 status

KUCHING: The 10th edition of the Siol International Mountain Bike Challenge (SIMBC) has officially secured the prestigious Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) Category 1 (C1) status, placing Sarawak firmly on the global map as a premier destination for competitive mountain biking and sports tourism. Announcing the achievement, Tourism, Creative Industry and

Water supply upgrades in Kabong, Kalaka, Krian progressing well

BETONG: The Sarawak government, through the Utilities and Telecommunications Ministry and the Rural Water Supply Department (JBALB), is ramping up efforts to improve the water supply system in the Kabong, Kalaka and Krian state constituencies to meet increasing demand. This commitment is demonstrated through two major initiatives: the construction of

TYT bids solemn farewell to loyal friend Ritchie

KUCHING: Head of State, Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar, bade a solemn farewell on Monday to veteran journalist, James Alexander Ritchie, remembering him not only as a respected writer but also as a loyal friend and trusted chronicler of the state’s story. Wan Junaidi paid his last

358 courageous athletes conclude Sarawak Special Olympics

KUCHING: The 7th Sarawak Special Olympics 2025 concludes today, bringing together 358 special athletes who competed over the three-day sporting event. Sarawak’s Women, Early Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development (KPWK) Minister, Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah, expressed her gratitude that the event’s objectives were achieved, particularly in allowing intellectually disabled athletes

Ever popular Kuching Fest 2025 from Jul 25 to Aug 17

KUCHING: The much-anticipated Kuching Festival 2025 promises to be grander, more vibrant, and more inclusive than ever before, with the month-long celebration set to kick off on July 25 at the Dewan Masyarakat MBKS and its surrounding venues here. Kuching South City Council (MBKS) Mayor, Datuk Wee Hong Seng, said

Host of events lined up for a vibrant May

KUCHING: Sarawak is set to host a diverse array of events in May, featuring cultural festivities, international conferences, and sporting competitions throughout the state. The month kicks off with the Gawai Bazaar 2025 at Aerowalk, Aeroville Mall, from May 3 to 11 here and at Summermall, Samarahan, from May 8

24 applications for ‘K’ indicator inclusion received

KUCHING: Sarawak has received a total of 24 applications for the inclusion of the ‘K’ indicator under anomaly cases, according to the latest data from the National Registration Department (JPN) Sarawak as of April 23 this year. Minister for Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development, Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah said

Sarawakians ready to embrace future-proof skills: MCMC

KUCHING: An overwhelming 436 applications were received to participate in the MCMC Microsoft AI Teach: Skills for an AI-Enabled Economy programme which was launched today. Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) Sarawak Director, Scott Kueh, said the enthusiastic response underscored Sarawakians’ eagerness to embrace digital opportunities. “The high interest in