Gawai carnival helps preserve state’s rich cultural heritage, says Dr. Jerip
SIBURAN: The Gawai Dayak Carnival 2024 at Kampung Masaan Siburan celebrates and preserves the rich cultural heritage of Sarawak’s diverse communities, said Datuk Dr. Jerip Susil. The Deputy Minister of Transport (Land and Air) emphasised the carnival’s goals to promote Gawai, sustain traditional and creative arts among Iban, Bidayuh, Orang Ulu, and other ethnic groups, […]
Gawai joy in Sebako
SEMATAN: The spirit of Gawai was on full display in Kampung Sebako 2 here on Monday as Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr. Sim Kui Hian joined the Opar assemblyman Billy Sujang’s open house. Dr Sim, accompanied by his wife Datin Amar Enn Ong Siak Ean, mingled with guests and enjoyed the festivities. Also present were […]
Gawai do a showcase of unity, says Uggah
KUCHING: The Gawai Dayak celebration at Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) was a success with communities of different races, and religions converging here to showcase Sarawak’s unity. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas said this exemplified the rich culture and heritage among the people. “We really achieved our objective to show that Gawai is […]
Ferry service extended during Gawai
KUCHING: Travelers using the ferry service between Bintangor and Mukah can rest easy as the service will be extended during the Gawai festival and school holidays. According to a statement by the Public Works Department (PWD), the extended service in the Mukah division will be available from May 31 to June 4. The PWD outlined […]
MASwings adds more Gawai flights
KUCHING: MASwings is adding four extra flights from Miri to Long Banga, scheduled from May 29 to June 3. As the community airline serving Sarawak, Sabah, and the Labuan Federal Territory, MASwings aims to facilitate travel for those returning home to join the Gawai celebrations with family and community. “To accommodate the surge in travel […]
Dayung Sangon and Dari Pogan to highlight Gawai carnival
BY GILLVEN MIXCOLLIN KUCHING: The Pertandingan Dayung Sangon and Dari Pogan 2024 are set to be the main attractions at the Gawai Dayak Carnival 2024 in the Serian Division from June 6-8. Deputy Minister of Transport, Datuk Dr Jerip Susil, said the beauty pageant event is expected to draw a significant crowd, particularly from the […]
Deirdre Serena Sendi crowned Kumang Gawai Dayak Sibu 2024
SIBU: Deirdre Serena Sendi Michael Remy was crowned Kumang Gawai Dayak Sibu 2024 at the Sarawak Dayak National Union (SDNU) Pre Gawai Celebration 2024 here, last night (May 25). She took home RM4,000 along with a crown, sash, trophy, hamper and participation certificate. The title of ‘Lulong’ (first runner-up) was awarded to Clarissa Rinya Setian, […]
250 recipients get Gawai food baskets
SIMANGGANG: In the spirit of the upcoming Gawai Dayak festival, 250 individuals were blessed with contributions through the Sejambak Kasih programme, ensuring the celebration’s warmth and generosity reach those in need. Deputy Minister of Education, Innovation and Talent Development Datuk Francis Harden Hollis said that the programme serves as a social responsibility platform to assist […]
Bidayuh cultural experience awaits Gawai revellers
KUCHING: Everyone is invited to join the Kampung Ta-ee Gawai 2024 celebration on the first day of Gawai. Centred at Balu Tuda, the village head’s house, at Kilometre 6 of Baki-Riih Road, accessible via the new Baki Bazaar on Mile 32 of the Kuching-Serian Road, the celebration will offer an authentic cultural experience for visitors. […]
Cooperative reap benefits through govt programme
SERIAN: The Madani Cooperative Sale programme is offering over 25 per cent discount for products sold to ease the cost of celebrating the upcoming Gawai celebration. Serian MP, Datuk Richard Riot expressed hope that the programme which was organised by Koperasi Komuniti Kampung Mujat Serian Berhad would also inspire other cooperatives to assist the local […]