Sarawak’s free education policy sets example for others
SIBU: The implementation of the free education policy in Sarawak Government-owned higher education institutions starting next year has become an example for other states, especially Sabah which is currently in an election season. Tamin state assemblyman, Christopher Gira Sambang, said the state government’s commitment to allocate approximately RM600 million to cover the tuition fees for […]
Sarawak still assessing talent needs for free education plan
KUCHING: Sarawak is still assessing industry demand to determine the future talent needed as part of its free tertiary education initiatives. Education, Innovation and Talent Development Minister Datuk Seri Roland Sagah Wee Inn said the state had yet to finalise exact numbers of human capital required for future projects. He said projections were based on […]
Empowering workers through education
ON most occasions, Workers’ Day celebrations follow a familiar pattern: formal speeches, symbolic acknowledgements, and appeals for better wages or improved workplace safety. But this year, the 2025 Workers’ Day celebration in Sarawak was far from ordinary. When Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg stepped onto the stage at the Hikmah Exchange […]
Thumbs up to free education offer
KOTA SAMARAHAN: Sarawakian workers who wish to pursue full-time undergraduate studies will be able to enjoy free education offered by the Sarawak Government starting in 2026. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the initiative was part of the state government’s efforts to develop human capital through lifelong learning, He was speaking […]
Sarawak youth urged to utilise education assistance programmes
SEBUYAU: Youth in Sarawak are urged to take advantage of the education assistance provided. Utility and Telecommunication Minister Datuk Seri Julaihi Narawi assured that Sarawakian children can continue their studies without financial concerns as Yayasan Sarawak provides assistance through its sponsorship schemes. “Utilise and seize this opportunity wisely. In Sarawak, we have established higher education […]
Free schooling to pay off later
SIBU: Sarawak’s upcoming policy of free tertiary education for Sarawakians, starting in 2026, is an investment in the state’s future, said Datuk Dr Annuar Rapaee. The Deputy Minister for Education, Innovation and Talent Development said that the return on this investment won’t be monetary, but in the form of contributions from graduates who would help […]
Comparing our free tertiary education to global models
By Dr Voon Mung Ling It is well-publicised that the Sarawak Government is working towards providing free tertiary education to all eligible Sarawakian students in state-owned universities and institutes of higher learning by the year 2026. This is welcoming news particularly to middle and lower-income households in the face of increased living costs and economic […]
It will be a sustainable model
KUCHING: The free tertiary-level education policy that will be implemented in 2026 will not affect other development efforts by the state government or cause an increase in taxes. “No, we are not going to cut other development projects or increase taxes just to make this policy sustainable. “We already know that by 2030, our gross […]
OUCCI lauds emphasis on technical and financial courses in free tertiary education
KUCHING: The Orang Ulu Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OUCCI) has praised Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg’s recent commitment to prioritise technical and financial courses in the forthcoming free tertiary education. Describing this prioritisation as a ‘master stroke,’ OUCCI chairman Datuk Mutang Tagal hailed the move as a brilliant strategy given […]
UTS’ zero-fee foundation programme to help produce skilled workforce
SIBU: The initiative by University of Technology Sarawak (UTS) to offer a zero-fee foundation programme supports Sarawak’s plans to offer free tertiary education to all Sarawakian students by 2026, said vice-chancellor Professor Datuk Dr Khairuddin Abdul Hamid. The zero-fee foundation programme actually started two years ago. “This initiative aligns with Sarawak’s vision for 2030, propelling […]