MBKS plans more inclusive, age-friendly future for Kuching
VIENNA, Austria: Kuching South City Council (MBKS) is stepping up efforts to create a more inclusive and age-friendly city. The effort is part of MBKS’ broader push to promote inclusive and age-friendly development, highlighted during recent discussions at the World Cities Summit (WCS) Mayor’s Forum in Vienna today. Mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng, who attended […]
MBKS, UNICEF plan inclusive future for children
KUCHING: Kuching South City Council (MBKS) has taken a significant step forward in its efforts to create a child-friendly city by hosting a key planning workshop in collaboration with UNICEF Malaysia and Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak. The workshop, held under the Child-Friendly Cities Initiative (CFCI), brought together representatives from schools, non-governmental organisations (NGOs), government […]
MBKS upgrades Padungan public toilet
KUCHING: The Padungan Garden public toilet is scheduled for an upgrade under the BP1 allocation, in line with Kuching South City Council’s (MBKS) ongoing efforts to enhance public infrastructure that supports tourism, heritage conservation, and sustainable urban development. A site handover ceremony was held today (July 2) in the presence of the Mayor of MBKS, […]
MBKS marks Father’s Day with ‘shoutao’ distribution
KUCHING: Kuching South City Council (MBKS) marked Father’s Day today by distributing ‘shoutao’ (longevity buns) to fathers and shoppers at Stutong Community Market and Kenyalang Market. The meaningful gesture, led by MBKS Mayor, Datuk Wee Hong Seng, and councillors aimed to recognise the quiet dedication and sacrifices of fathers, while promoting family bonds as part […]
MBKS celebrates Environmental Day with sustainability, community focus
KUCHING: The Kuching South City Council (MBKS) is hosting its annual Environmental Day celebration today, with a renewed message of sustainability and unity under the theme ‘Trust the Hope’. The event, which is running from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm at Dewan Masyarakat MBKS, was officiated by Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian, […]
MBKS one-stop service counter draws overwhelming public response
KUCHING: A special one-stop counter set up by Kuching South City Council (MBKS) saw an overwhelming response from the public, particularly senior citizens and students, seeking government assistance. The temporary counter, which opened at MBKS lobby from 8.30 am to 12 noon yesterday (May 23), was introduced to streamline access to essential services and government […]
MBKS launches Sarawak Government Benefit Open Counter for easier access to aid
KUCHING: Kuching South City Council (MBKS) has taken a proactive step to improve access to public assistance programmes by becoming the first local council in Sarawak to introduce the Sarawak Government Benefit Open Counter initiative. Mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng said the initiative aimed at bringing services closer to the people. “This counter makes it […]
From waste to worth
In the last instalment of our four-part series on environmental consciousness, we turn our focus to Kuching South City Council, which is leading the charge in managing food waste through a mix of home-grown solutions and modern technology. With efforts ranging from home composting workshops to high-speed market composters, the goal is simple: reduce landfill […]
Mayor urges unity and collaboration for Kuching’s progress
KUCHING: The Kuching South City Council (MBKS) is dedicated to enhancing the city for the benefit of its residents. Mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng thus called upon councillors, heads of department, and all staff to continue together as one strong, united team. “Let us support each other, communicate openly and collaborate effectively for the betterment […]
MBKS plans to introduce biodegradable plastic bags
BY SHARIFAH NONG-JASIMA AND AMYLY YONG KUCHING: The Kuching South City Council (MBKS) is stepping up its war on plastic pollution with plans to introduce biodegradable plastic bags. Mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng acknowledged that while awareness campaigns and plastic bag charges have existed for years, they have fallen short of making real impact. “It […]