Wednesday, 16 April 2025

Author: News Desk

RM230,000 allocated for Kampung Melayu Lubok Antu development

SRI AMAN: Kampung Melayu Lubok Antu is set to experience a surge in development following the announcement of substantial allocations by Sarawak International Trade, Industry and Investment Deputy Minister, Datuk Dr Malcolm Mussen Lamoh. He said that there are two significant allocations for the development of the area, including RM30,000

Jerijih SPK lot owners urged not to sell land for long-term benefits

SARIKEI: Residents of Kampung Jerijih involved in the Village Expansion Scheme (SPK) have been urged not to sell their land lots to ensure long-term benefits, including the chance to own homes. Deputy Minister of Urban Planning, Land Administration and Environment Datuk Len Talif Salleh said the Sarawak government has allocated

Knights of Sacred Heart School: A lifelong duty to serve

SIBU: All alumni of Sacred Heart School carry the title of a Knight of Sacred Heart School Old Students’ Association (SHOSA), symbolising a lifelong duty to the school, says its president Penghulu Yong King Sung. “The title is not merely an honorary designation; it is a call to duty –

Nanta: Expedite repair of hazardous roads along Jalan Sipan/Temalat

SONG: Immediate repair works on hazardous slopes and landslide-hit areas along Jalan Sipan/Temalat must be expedited to ensure public safety, especially ahead of the upcoming Gawai Dayak celebration, says Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi. The Works Minister stressed that although the road falls under the jurisdiction of the state government,

Cascading dam in Gaat to boost connectivity and local economy

BALEH: The cascading power dam project in the Gaat area is set to be a game-changer for local development and connectivity. Deputy Digital Minister Datuk Wilson Ugak Kumbong said unlike large-scale projects such as the Murum Dam, the cascading dam will require less land and promises greater integration with the

Uggah: Be patient as flood aid is being disbursed

SPAOH: Flood victims who have yet to receive financial aid from the government have been urged to remain patient, as the disbursement process is still underway. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas explained that the Resident and District Offices are currently verifying data to ensure payments are properly processed.

New longhouses key to improving well-being

MARUDI: The construction of longhouses here is a key focus among elected representatives to ensure rural communities are not left behind in the state’s development and progress. Deputy Minister in the Sarawak Premier’s Department (Labour, Immigration and Project Monitoring), Datuk Gerawat Gala, said the initiative aligns with the state government’s

Increased tariffs expected to affect Sarawak’s SMEs

KUCHING: The increase in tariffs by the United States of America (USA) on Malaysian goods is expected to have an impact on Sarawak’s trade performance, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs) involved in the downstream processing of commodities such as palm oil, timber and specialised manufacturing products. Sarawak Patriots Association

Kampung Tambirat to host youth empowerment programme from 9-11 May

KUCHING: Yayasan Perpaduan Sarawak (YPS) is bringing back its rural youth empowerment initiative, ‘Youth for Hope, Action and Rural Vitality Through Empowerment and Sustainability 2.0 (Y-HARVEST 2.0)’, which will take place from May 9 to 11 at Kampung Tambirat, Asajaya. The three-day programme is designed to bridge the urban-rural divide

Modern farming technology to reduce risk of ASF

SERIAN: Adopting the latest technology in pig farming can significantly lower the risk of livestock diseases, especially African Swine Fever (ASF). According to Minister of Food Industry, Commodity and Regional Development, Datuk Seri Dr Stephen Rundi Utom, modern pig farming farm uses a closed enclosure system that ensures a controlled