KAPIT: Residents and local entrepreneurs have praised the ‘Sarawakku Sayang’ (SKS) programme here, saying it has created business opportunities and provided a platform to promote locally made products to a wider audience.
In interviews with Sarawak Tribune, they said the programme has helped attract more visitors to Kapit while enabling small traders, particularly women entrepreneurs, to showcase their handicrafts, traditional food and other products.
They also expressed hope that similar initiatives would continue to support local businesses and boost the town’s economy.
Richard Nyalau, 52
“I am grateful that the ‘Sarawakku Sayang’ (SKS) programme has come to Kapit because it gives local entrepreneurs like me the opportunity to showcase our products. It is a good platform for us to introduce both our traditional and modern food to visitors. I hope more people from outside Kapit will come, support us and experience what our town has to offer.”
Adeline Belayau Lang, 39
“I think the ‘Sarawakku Sayang’ (SKS) programme has benefitted the people of Kapit in many ways. It has created more opportunities, especially for women entrepreneurs, to sell their products and earn an income. More importantly, it provides a platform for local traders to promote their products to visitors from outside Kapit, helping them reach a wider market.”
Suzy Imbah Merudin, 54
“I am happy to see the ‘Sarawakku Sayang’ (SKS) programme being held in Kapit. The atmosphere is lively, and many people have come to visit and buy our products. I hope the crowd will continue over the next few days. Programmes like this are very helpful because they give us the opportunity to showcase and promote our handicrafts and local food. I hope more events like SKS will be organised in the future.”
