Tuesday, 29 April 2025

Author: News Desk

32 councillors of Lawas District Council sworn in

LAWAS: A total of 32 councillors of the Lawas District Council were sworn into office for the 2025 to 2028 term during an official ceremony held  recently. The ceremony was officiated by Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan. Awang Tengah, who is also the Bukit Sari assemblyman, stressed

Abang Johari receives European parliamentarians

KUCHING: A delegation from the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) Parliamentary Committee paid a courtesy call to Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg today (Apr 22) to discuss on green energy industry. The visit was part of a week-long working trip to Malaysia in an effort to

Harness women’s talent for state development, says ICDM chairperson

KUCHING: The talents and potential of women must be fully harnessed in strengthening state development, particularly through leadership roles and active participation in strategic sectors. Institute of Corporate Directors Malaysia (ICDM) chairperson Tan Sri Datuk Zarinah Anwar noted that empowering women through capacity building and skills enhancement is key to

Fresh faces in district council to strengthen Sebuyau’s local governance

SEBUYAU: The appointment of a new line-up of councillors for the Sebuyau District Council is a strategic and significant step towards strengthening local governance and enhancing the effectiveness of service delivery to the people. Minister for Utility and Telecommunication, Datuk Seri Julaihi Narawi said the appointment brings a new dimension

31 councillors sworn in for Maradong and Julau District Council

SARIKEI: A total of 31 councillors have been officially sworn in to serve the Maradong and Julau District Council (MDMJ) for the 2025–2028 term. The ceremony, held today (April 22) at the MDMJ Conference Room, was attended by Deputy Minister for Public Health, Housing and Local Government, Datuk Michael Tiang

Saltwater threat looms as Pulau Bruit bund repairs remain in limbo

TANJUNG MANIS: Saltwater intrusion into agricultural areas in Kampung Tekajong and Bruit is raising concern among villagers as there are no signs of repair work on damaged flood bunds that had been approved for funding several years ago. Tanjung Manis MP Yusuf Abd Wahab, who expressed disappointment over the stalled

Modern aquaculture technology boosts fish yield in inland fisheries project

SERIAN: The adoption of modern aquaculture technology is playing a key role in strengthening Sarawak’s inland fisheries sector, as seen in the Red Tilapia Inland Fisheries Project operated by Syarikat Sarafish Sdn Bhd in Kampung Cina Buntak, Bedup. Minister for Food Industry, Commodity and Regional Development (M-FICORD), Datuk Seri Dr

PPKS urged to tap cooperative, energy sectors

KUCHING: The Sarawak Government Pensioners Association (PPKS) has been encouraged to explore opportunities in the cooperative and energy sectors as part of efforts to diversify its income sources and sustain its organisational activities. Deputy Minister for Energy and Environmental Sustainability and Demak Laut assemblyman Datuk Dr Hazland Abang Hipni said

Dr Juanda accredited honorary CeIO

KUCHING: Deputy Minister in the Premier’s Department (Integrity and Ombudsman) Datuk Dr Juanda Jaya has been accredited as an honorary Certified Integrity Officer (Honorary CeIO). He received his accreditation certificate from the chief commissioner of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) and chairman of the Certified Integrity Officers Accreditation Board (LPPIB),

Villagers urged to tap infrastructure gains

TANJUNG MANIS: Residents of Kampung Penipah have been urged to make full use of the completed infrastructure projects, including the Batang Lassa and Batang Rajang bridges, which are seen as having strong potential to stimulate the local economy. Tanjung Manis MP Yusuf Abd Wahab said these facilities not only ease