Betong able to be turned into production hub for Iban’s traditional clothing
BETONG: The Betong division has the potential to be transformed into a production hub for the traditional attire and handicrafts of the Iban community. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas said that with this being realised, this endeavour would create significant business opportunities and greatly benefit the local community. “I and other elected representatives in the […]
MP urges policy for traditional attire
KUCHING: The Ministry of Higher Education should establish a clear policy that allows university students, including those from Sabah and Sarawak, to wear their traditional attire during their graduation ceremonies. Bandar Kuching MP, Dr. Kelvin Yii, said these traditional outfits should comply with modesty requirements while celebrating the diverse cultures and traditions of Malaysians. Dr. […]
Gawai Dayak celebration in Betong
CAPTION & PHOTOS BY GHAZALI BUJANG The Gawai Dayak celebration in Kampung Nanga Bangkit Ili, Spaoh in Betong, drew more than 300 locals. During the ceremony, many men are seen dressed as tribal warriors, as well as gorgeous women wearing traditional costumes. Celebrated every year on June 1 by the Dayak people in Sarawak, Gawai […]
Sikie wants government recognition for symposium
MIRI: The Ngepan Iban Symposium (SNI) should be made an official government event in the state, said Minister in the Premier’s Department Datuk John Sikie Tayai. Speaking at the closing of SNI 2023 here on Saturday night, Sikie expressed hope that it will be held in the coming years with topics other than the Ngepan […]
Help preserve ‘Ngepan Iban’ traditional attire, says deputy minister
MIRI: The ‘Ngepan’ (traditional attire) worn by Iban women needs to be maintained and preserved, says Datuk Dr Penguang Manggil. The Sarawak Deputy Minister for Public Health, Housing and Local Government stressed that this was to ensure that the traditional costume—worn for special occasions. Ceremonies, rituals and dances, among others—would not be lost to time. […]
No ‘balik kampung’? No big deal! We bring Gawai to city folk
Proud indigenous ladies serve sushi in traditional costumes KUCHING: So you cannot return to your hometown for Gawai. So what? Why not adopt a new normal? Bring Gawai to the workplace! That was exactly what the managers of Sushi Jiro restaurant in Vivacity Megamall here did when they chose to bring Gawai to their workplace. […]