MBKS prepares 160 stalls for Stutong Ramadan Bazaar 2025
KUCHING: The Kuching South City Council (MBKS) has prepared 160 stalls across four categories of food sales for the MBKS Stutong Ramadan Bazaar 2025. MBKS mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng said the council is prepared earlier this time, confirming that sales at the bazaar will commence on Sunday, March 2, 2025. A total of 54 […]
Street durian sales remain off-limits
KUCHING: The Kuching South City Council (MBKS) has reiterated its stance on the ban on durian sales outside shop premises within its jurisdiction, emphasising that enforcement actions are ongoing. Mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng said the ban, along with the prohibition on illegal building extensions, is crucial for public safety and order. “We don’t immediately […]
Everrise donates household essentials to support Kuching South families
KUCHING: Everrise reaffirmed its commitment to corporate social responsibility (CSR) by donating essential household items to the Kuching South City Council (MBKS) to support underprivileged families in the Kuching South area. Everrise chief executive officer Melody Chum presented the household items to MBKS mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng at the MBKS lobby today (Jan 9). […]
Mayor Wee highlights 2025 vision for a greener, smarter Kuching South
KUCHING: The Kuching South City Council (MBKS) has set its sights on upgrading existing markets, hawker centres and parks in 2025, to create a greener, healthier and more connected community. Mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng, in his New Year 2025 message, urges citizens to reflect on the blessings that they have and appreciate the accomplishments […]
Morning walkers donate solar lights for park
KUCHING: Morning walkers at the Kuching South City Council (MBKS) Park have come together to brighten up the area by funding and donating five solar lights, which will later be installed by the council. The council’s Mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng described this initiative as a meaningful Christmas and New Year gift as well as […]
Winners of Kuching South Child Council competition announced
KUCHING: In conjunction with World Children’s Day, the Kuching South City Council (MBKS) has announced the winners of the Kuching South Child Council (KSCC) Logo Design and Slogan Competition. MBKS mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng said this creative initiative engaged young talents to design a unique identity for the KSCC. “Winners of the competition are […]
Cheongsam Festival 2024 to showcase Sarawak’s batik culture and unity
KUCHING: The third Cheongsam Festival 2024 will highlight Sarawak’s unique local batik culture, blending tradition with creativity to promote unity and celebrate cultural diversity. Kuching South City Council (MBKS) Mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng said the event offers participants the opportunity to incorporate local batik materials into their cheongsam outfits, showcasing Sarawak’s harmony and cultural […]
MBKS bags JCI Malaysia Sustainable Development Award for recycling initiative
KUCHING: The Kuching South City Council (MBKS) has been honoured with the JCI Malaysia Sustainable Development Award 2024, receiving recognition for its outstanding contribution to Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 12: Responsible Consumption and Production. According to a statement today (Sept 24) the award celebrates MBKS’ groundbreaking iBuyBack project, a community-driven initiative aimed at promoting recycling […]
MBKS mayor urges youth to preserve cultural heritage
KUCHING: Datuk Wee Hong Seng wants the people, especially the current generation, to continue to remember their respective roots and culture. The Kuching South City Council (MBKS) mayor said this is to ensure that the culture and roots can be taught towards the next generation. “All these cultural aspects and elements should be continous to […]
Industrial zone secures RM15.4 bln in investments
KUCHING: The Sama Jaya Free Industrial Zone has successfully attracted RM15.4 billion in foreign and domestic investments, driven by business-friendly regulations and robust infrastructure. Kuching South City Council (MBKS) mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng said that the industrial zone emerged as a key economic driver as it created over 15,000 jobs with an annual wage […]