OVER the past few years, Sarawak has been quietly but confidently charting its path in education. These efforts go beyond strategy — they embody a larger vision: to reclaim our identity, grow local talent, and make sure no Sarawakian is left behind in the pursuit of knowledge. And now, the
‘A great soul serves everyone all the time. A great soul never dies. It brings us together again and again.’ – Maya Angelou. She was an American poet, memoirist, and civil rights activist. She is best known for her series of autobiographies, including “I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings”,
It’s barely a week to go! Christmas is in the air, and festive cheer fills the world. Shopping malls, supermarkets, offices, and private homes are alive with giant Christmas trees, colourful decorations, sparkling lights, and joyful carols that set the perfect tone for the season. Here in Sarawak, Christmas carries
The decision by the Public Health, Housing and Local Government Ministry to review and adjust allowances for community leaders, and village chiefs (KMKK) across Sarawak starting next year is both timely and necessary. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian announced that the review is ongoing and that
‘In a democracy, the individual enjoys not only the ultimate power but carries the ultimate responsibility.’ – Norman Cousins (1915-1990). He was an American political journalist, author, professor, and world peace advocate who served as the editor-in-chief of the well-known magazine The Saturday Review for over 35 years. Cousins was
THE recent revelation of alleged crimes against and abuse of 402 children (outside of Sarawak) is shocking and deeply disturbing. The most depressing part is that, according to initial police investigations, at least 13 of them were allegedly sodomised. They were also taught to assault others sexually. It’s also mind-boggling
I recently found out something surprising: a whopping 122,062 Year One students nationwide have been chosen for a Literacy and Numeracy Intervention Programme (LNIP), kicking off just last month. Azman Adnan, the director-general of the Education Ministry, shared that this programme is meant to assist these students in mastering basic
It was a mere two weeks ago when three SMK Senibong students lost their lives after the boat they were in capsized while crossing the Kayan River from Kampung Selampit in Lundu District. Following this heart-wrenching tragedy, there have been renewed calls to expedite the construction of a bridge connecting
Seven years ago, former Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin, who was also the Education Minister at the time, announced that the country aimed to fully implement the single-session school system within the next five to 10 years. According to the proposed timeline, all schools in Malaysia, particularly secondary schools,
All new hires for the state civil service will be recruited under a non-pensionable remuneration scheme known as the ‘Contributions-Based Posts’ (CBP). Under this scheme, the new hires will contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF) retirement scheme instead of receiving a monthly pension from the government upon retirement. The
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