UiTM Sarawak and Universitas Panca Bhakti strengthen ties
KOTA SAMARAHAN: The signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM) and Universitas Panca Bhakti (UPB) Pontianak, Indonesia, is being hailed as a historic moment for both institutions.UiTM Sarawak rector Datuk Dr Jamil Hamali pointed out that this event signifies a strong commitment between the two esteemed parties to foster academic […]
Expects efficient services at new Puspakom centre
KOTA SAMARAHAN: The Ministry of Transport is satisfied with the facilities and services at the new Puspakom Kota Samarahan branch and expects a more efficient customer service when fully operational. Minister of Transport Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin commended Puspakom Sd Bhd for setting up its own new centre in Kota Samarahan at the Kota […]
Al Malik mosque in Kota Samarahan open to devotees
KUCHING: The Al Malik mosque at Taman Uni Garden, Kota Samarahan is finally open to devotees in the area. The mosque which cost over RM3 million was officially opened by Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg after performing the Friday prayers today. With 660 square metres, the mosque is able to accommodate […]
Minos: Build star-rated hotel in Kota Samarahan
KUCHING: The Kota Samarahan Municipal Council (MPKS) is proposing that a big developer group consider setting up a star-rated hotel under its jurisdiction as part of its oncoming huge project. MPKS chairman Datuk Peter Minos said such a facility is very much needed, especially when institutions of higher learning like Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) and Universiti […]
UiTM sees potential in McD road tour programme
KOTA SAMARAHAN: McDonald’s Road Tour programme can potentially lead to more collaboration opportunities for the development of students and graduates of Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM). Rector of UiTM Sarawak Prof. Datuk Dr. Jamil Hamali said it is expected to provide opportunities for student development and industrial training programmes, career talks and opportunities, consultancy work, contracted […]
Thumbs-up to proposed elevated expressway to end jams in Kota Samarahan
KUCHING: The suggestion to have an elevated expressway to end traffic congestion in Kota Samarahan is excellent, said Professor Julaihi Wahid. The Dean of Faculty of Built Environment, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) said there should be at least a minimum of three lanes from Institut Tadbiran Awam Negara (INTAN) to ease traffic flow to the […]
Roxy Hotel opens in Kota Samarahan
KOTA SAMARAHAN: Roxy Hotel is now open and operating in Kota Samarahan and will be able to benefit the people here. Kota Samarahan Municipal Council (MPKS) chairman Datuk Peter Minos said every year, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) and Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) will have their convocation ceremonies where parents and relatives are scrambling for hotel […]
Crime cases up in Kota Samarahan
KOTA SAMARAHAN: The crime index in Kota Samarahan for the first two months of 2023 increased to 58 cases compared to 56 cases for the same period last year, said Kota Samarahan police chief DSP Brodie Brangka. For the period of January to February, rape and break-in cases have been the major contributor to the […]
Wee-hour fire destroys car, another slightly damaged
KOTA SAMARAHAN: A car parked at a house in Kampung Sejiram here was destroyed in a wee-hour fire this morning (Feb 15). The 2.40am blaze also damaged the rear left tyre of another vehicle that was parked nearby. Fortunately, the homeowner managed to extinguish the blaze with two home extinguishers. Kota Samarahan firefighters who rushed […]
160 houses in Sadong Jaya to be renovated
SAMARAHAN: A total of 160 houses in the Sadong Jaya constituency will be renovated through the Sarawak Housing Repair Programme for the Poor (PPRMS) for this year. According to a news report by Sarawak Public Communications Unit (UKAS) today (Feb 9), Deputy Minister of Infrastructure and Port Development Aidel Lariwoo said all the villagers in […]