Collaboration to enhance technical education
KUCHING: In a bid to empower the local community and strengthen technical education, Mas Gading Community College (KKMG) has initiated a collaborative effort with Centre for Technology Excellence Sarawak (CENTEX) Lundu. This partnership aims to address pressing issues such as reducing school dropout rates and encouraging Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) graduates to pursue higher education. […]
Sarawakians encouraged to leverage on free varsity education
MIRI: The Sarawak government has announced its commitment to provide free higher education to Sarawakians, leveraging on the state’s economic strength to realise this initiative. The policy, set to be implemented in 2026, aims to benefit students attending state-owned universities in Sarawak. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan emphasised the government’s encouragement for […]
Keeping our shores pristine
KUCHING: A commendable collaborative effort between Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM) and theThe participants of the beach cleaning programme pose in a group photo. (CENTEXS) saw some 50 participants joining the Love Our Beaches Programme on today. The programme served as a platform to educate the public on maintaining beach cleanliness while promoting environmental beautification. “The […]
Premier hands over cash to 35 children
KUCHING: Thirty-five children of the Nur Murni Care Centre here received cash contributions from Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg in conjunction with the holy month of Ramadan. Abang Johari and wife Puan Sri Datuk Amar Juma’ani Tun Tuanku Bujang presented the Hari Raya contributions to the recipients last night. The event […]
CENTEXS innovates rice harvesting technology
BY FASIHA KHUSHIRI & NUR ATIQAH QURATULAINI KUCHING: The ‘Centre for Technology Excellence Sarawak’ (CENTEXS) showcased its one-acre rice testbed, demonstrating the effectiveness of precision farming techniques such as drip farming and drip irrigation. CENTEXS Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Datuk Syeed Mohd Hussein Wan Abd Rahman announced the successful innovation of drip irrigation technology for […]
From humble beginnings to thriving success
WITH unwavering support from his parents and the knowledge gained from the Centre for Technology Excellence Sarawak (CENTEX), Akmal Hibatullah Irfan Ahmad Affiandey now owns Segakcut Barbershop, which has expanded to 15 branches. Akmal, a graduate with a Professional Diploma in Hair Design and Make-up, firmly believes in sharing knowledge. This belief has propelled him […]
No native group left out of development: Abdul Karim
DALAT: The Sarawak government acknowledges all local native ethnic groups without making any of them feel excluded. Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts (MTCP) Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah stressed the importance of unity and tolerance to maintain harmony in the state which is made up of various races. He regarded the Melanau […]
Emphasis on three pillars to drive S’wak forward
KUCHING: The Sarawak government places great emphasis on the three pillars outlined in the Post-Covid-19 Development Strategy (PCDS) 2030, namely economic prosperity, social inclusivity and environmental sustainability. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the state government needs individuals with high levels of knowledge in the three pillars. “This is where Yayasan […]
DAP supports many devt projects, including ART
KUCHING: Sarawak DAP supports various development projects in Sarawak, including the construction of the autonomous rail transit (ART). However, its chairman Chong Chieng Jen said, with every development, there must be greater accountability and transparency especially when it involves public funds. He said this would include supporting needed upgrades to our existing public transport system, […]
Career programme at SMK Bintulu on Dec 3
BINTULU: The Bintulu Social Welfare Organisation (PERKESO) in collaboration with the Sarawak Technical Excellence Centre (CENTEXS) will hold a career programme at the Lotus Hall of SMK Bintulu on December 3. The programme, held in conjunction with Bintulu Division’s Safari Tech 2.0 programme, will take place from 9 am to 5 pm. It is open […]