Yayasan Sarawak subsidiaries present zakat contributions to Baitulmal fund
KUCHING: Three subsidiaries of Sarawak Foundation presented business zakat contributions totalling more than RM435,000 to the Sarawak Baitulmal Fund (TBS) during the Yayasan Sarawak fast breaking ceremony. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, who is also chairman of the Yayasan Sarawak Board of Trustees, witnessed the symbolic presentation held at the Satria […]
64 programmes identified under RM250 mln FTES
THE Sarawak government has set aside RM250 million for the Free Tertiary Education Scheme (FTES) which will start next year. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said 64 undergraduate degree programmes have been identified under the scheme following consultations with state-owned universities and Yayasan Sarawak. “FTES is a transformative initiative aimed at […]
Yayasan Sarawak Education Expo, a gateway to students’ future
SIBU: The Sarawak Education Expo 2025 organised by Yayasan Sarawak is offering students latest information on educational pathways, sponsorship opportunities and assistance to school leavers as well as to members of the public. Minister of Education, Innovation and Talent Development, Datuk Seri Roland Sagah Wee Inn, who represented Premier, Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari […]
Yayasan Sarawak International Secondary School in Sibu awaits Bomba green light
KUCHING: The Yayasan Sarawak International Secondary School (YSISS) in Sibu is expected to open within this year, pending final approval from the Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba). Deputy Minister of Education, Innovation and Talent Development Datuk Dr. Annuar Rapaee said students who have been accepted into the school are currently attending classes at the Kuching […]
98 athletes carry Yayasan Sarawak’s hopes at Kelantan meet
KUCHING: A total of 98 athletes from Yayasan Sarawak will compete in the 15th edition of the Pesta Sukan Antara Yayasan Negeri Se-Malaysia (PESAYA), which will be held in Kelantan starting July 10. The flag handover ceremony for the Yayasan Sarawak contingent was officiated by State Secretary and Yayasan Sarawak deputy chairman Datuk Amar Mohamad […]
YSISS Sibu awaits Bomba approval before official opening
SIBU: The Yayasan Sarawak International Secondary School (YSISS) Sibu building is currently undergoing Fire and Rescue Department (BOMBA) Occupation Permit (OP) approval before it can officially open, said Datuk Dr Annuar Rapaee. The Deputy Minister for Education, Innovation and Talent Development said that both teachers and students are currently enrolled in Kuching while waiting for […]
Jepak to house new Yayasan Sarawak International Secondary School
A Yayasan Sarawak International Secondary School will be built in the new township of Jepak. Announcing this, Deputy Minister of Education, Innovation and Talent Development Datuk Dr Annuar Rapaee congratulated the people in Jepak. “I would like to congratulate Jepak because the school will be built at the Jepak new township,” he said during the […]
Abang Johari witnesses handover of zakat contributions
KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg witnessed the symbolic handover of zakat contributions totalling RM387,439 during the Yayasan Sarawak Group’s Iftar ceremony at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) last night (Mar 12). The contributions were presented by Yayasan Sarawak Group’s subsidiary companies with Petronesa Sdn Bhd contributing RM363,426 and Sanjung […]
Yayasan Sarawak engages with Chinese schools on study aid
KUCHING: Yayasan Sarawak held a special engagement session on Monday to foster stronger collaboration with independent Chinese schools across Sarawak. Its director, Mersal Abang Rosli, said this special engagement aims to enhance public understanding of Yayasan Sarawak’s role in providing financial aid to Sarawakian students. “We believe that sharing accurate knowledge and information is the […]
Yayasan Sarawak debunks social media claims on UEC
KUCHING: Social media claims that the Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) is not recognised in Sarawak were categorically denied here today. Yayasan Sarawak board member, Datuk Richard Wee, said such erroneous information was spread on social media, when, in fact, both the Sarawak government and Yayasan Sarawak fully recognise the UEC and allow holders to join […]