Friday, 28 March 2025

Author: Fasiha Khushiri

Azam Sarawak strengthens media collaboration

KUCHING: Angkatan Zaman Mansang (Azam) Sarawak is committed to recognising and strengthening the role of media in delivering development information to the public. This initiative aims to foster closer collaboration with media partners to ensure accurate and comprehensive dissemination of information regarding Sarawak’s ongoing development efforts. Azam Sarawak Board of

Single mothers rebuild lives, hopeful as Raya approaches

KUCHING: Single mothers came together to air their struggles at the Persatuan Pembangunan Insan Sarawak (PPIS) programme here recently. It turned out to be a platform for single mothers to share their stories of resilience and hope ahead of the upcoming Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebration. Among those who shared her

Festive season Maximum Price Scheme aims to benefit traders and consumers

KUCHING: The Sarawak government is implementing the Festive Season Maximum Price Scheme (SHMMP) to create mutual benefits between traders and consumers, especially in addressing economic challenges during festive seasons. Deputy Minister in the Sarawak Premier’s Department (Law, MA63 and Federal-State Relations), Datuk Sharifah Hasidah Sayeed Aman Ghazali said SHMMP is

City police earn praise from mayor

KUCHING: Mayor of Kuching South City Council (MBKS) Datuk Wee Hong Seng, paid a courtesy visit to the Padungan, Sekama and Central Police Stations in conjunction with Police Day today (Mar 25), to extend warm wishes and express appreciation to the police personnel for their dedication and commitment in safeguarding

Fatimah calls for bigger effort on organ donation awareness

KUCHING: There is a need to step up awareness on organ donation to dispel misgivings and bring about greater understanding among the public. Women, Childhood, and Community Well-being Development, Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah, said a lack of understanding on the organ donation process has given rise to various concerns. Among

Sarikei MP attends bubur lambuk and dates distribution programme

SARIKEI: Deputy Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Minister Datuk Seri Huang Tiong Sii attended the bubur lambuk and dates distribution programme in conjunction with Ramadan. The event was organised by Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) Repok Branch and held at Taman Selera Baji Jaya, here yesterday. The initiative, which saw

Asnaf community, tahfiz students feted at iftar event

KUCHING: Tabung Baitulmal Sarawak (TBS) hosted the Majlis Iftar Perdana to support asnaf and tahfiz students on Friday night. The Majlis Iftar Perdana Bersama Asnaf was held at Dewan Majma’ Tuanku Abdul Halim Mu’adzam Shah here, organised by Tabung Baitulmal Sarawak (TBS) to celebrate the asnaf community and tahfiz students

‘Riuh Raya’ debuts with fresh festive vibes

KUCHING: The music video Riuh Raya, featuring talented Sarawakian artistes, was officially released on YouTube yesterday (March 21), bringing a fresh perspective to the national hari raya music scene. Showcasing Sarawak’s rich cultural identity, local talents, and the festive spirit of hari raya, Riuh Raya is the brainchild of Arabyrd,

Borneo Laboratory’s ‘On Reciprocity’ explores art of giving back

KUCHING: Over an immersive five-day journey, Borneo Laboratory convened 22 global changemakers at Think & Tink here for On Reciprocity, a transformative exploration of reciprocity as a cornerstone of collaboration, community-building and environmental stewardship. These platforms encouraged participants to reimagine how reciprocal practices can shape innovative approaches to thinking, living

Effective strategies vital to mitigate traffic issues

KUCHING: Transport Minister Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin emphasised the urgent need for effective urban traffic management strategies to address rising vehicle ownership and congestion in Sarawak. Speaking at the Sarawak Urban Traffic Management Committee (SUTMaC) Meeting No. 1/2025 held here recently, he underscored the importance of coordinated efforts among