NGOs warn Israeli measures could disrupt Gaza aid operations
JERUSALEM; Over 50 international humanitarian organisations working in the occupied Palestinian territories have warned that recent Israeli registration procedures could severely disrupt their operations, jeopardising aid to civilians in urgent need, despite the ceasefire in Gaza. In a statement issued on Friday, 53 international NGOs announced they had received official notices indicating that their registrations would […]
Malam Mesra a night remember for three NGOs
KUCHING: It was a night to remember when senior citizens and persons with disabilities came together for a fun-filled Malam Mesra 2025 at the Pertubuhan Orang Cacat Sarawak (POCS) centre on Saturday night. The event was also made merrier with the participation of members of Persatuan Tenpin Boling Negeri Sarawak (PTBNS). In all, about 150 […]
RM1.28 million in MRP funds allocated to 130 NGOs
SIBU: A total of 131 non govermental-organisations (NGOs) were presented with minor rural project (MRP) fund totalling about RM1.28 million from Pelawan Assembyman, Datuk Michael Tiang Ming Tee. The presentation ceremony held at Sibu United Chinese Association (UCA)’s premises, Jalan Alan here on Saturday. Various religious and charitable bodies active in social development, welfare and […]
International NGOs urged to address social development issues
KUCHING: Head of State Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar today met with the chairman of an International Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) Datuk Dr Mustapha Ahmad S. Marican who is an adjunct Professor at Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (UMT). The meeting, held at the Astana Negeri Sarawak, focused on the critical role of international NGOs […]
NGOs urged to join special committee to help rebuild Gaza
PUTRAJAYA: Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Dr Mohd Na’im Mokhtar urged non-governmental organisations with experience operating in Palestine to be involved in a special agency coordinating committee to help efforts to rebuild Gaza. He said the involvement of all parties in the committee was vital to make Prime Minister Datuk Seri […]
Animal welfare NGOs demand action against hit-and-run perpetrator
KUCHING: Three non-governmental organisations (NGOs) dedicated to animal welfare are calling on the authorities to take swift and appropriate action against the perpetrator involved in a hit-and-run incident that killed a dog on Jan 16. In a joint statement by Paws Of Hope MY, Sarawak Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SSPCA) and Humane […]
Deputy minister hands out special grants to five bodies
SARIKEI: Five associations and non-governmental organisations (NGOs) along with the Village Development and Security Committee (JKKK), received grants for special projects today in a ceremony at the Sarikei Parliamentary Service Centre. The grants were presented by Gung Chiu Kion on behalf of Deputy Minister of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Datuk Seri Huang Tiong Sii, […]
SWCS lauded as a beacon of hope
KUCHING: The strong partnership between the Social Welfare Council of Sarawak (SWCS) and its network of non-governmental organisations (NGOs) is vital for further strengthening the state’s social support system. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said SWCS had been instrumental in creating platforms for collaboration, advocacy and resource-sharing, which empowered its members. […]
Mayor praises NGOs for extending assistance to fire victims
KUCHING: Kuching South City Council (MBKS) Mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng complimented the Kuching Love Book Associations and Yayasan 38 for their support towards the affected families of the recent fire incident at Kampung Tabuan Cemerlang. He said this as both of the non-governmental associations (NGOs) extended their support by donating essential food items, daily […]
Four NGOs receive donations from PETRONITA
BINTULU: The Petronas Women’s Wives and Staff Association (PETRONITA) has contributed cash assistance to four non-governmental organisations (NGOs) in conjunction with the PETRONITA Orchid Run and Ride 2024 held here yesterday. The NGO recipients were the Sarawak Kidney Association, the National Cancer Society of Malaysia, the Sarawak Thalassemia Association and Bintulu Nursery Special Care Ward. […]