(Part 2) THE revival of the sape is only one part of a broader cultural resurgence taking place across Sarawak. Beyond this iconic instrument, a deeper movement is growing, led by musicians who carry ancestral memory while reimagining indigenous identity through sound. These artistes are not only preserving their heritage.
KUCHING: Sarawak’s ties with the Federal Government were reaffirmed during the State Gawai Dinner, with the Premier highlighting a recent joint declaration on gas distribution and federal-state cooperation as a step forward in mutual understanding. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the declaration reflects a shared
KUCHING: The Rainforest World Music Festival (RWMF) has long been celebrated for its global music genre. Although the main spotlight is on the music festival, this year the backdrop of the scene highlighted Sarawak’s living heritage through traditional textiles and indigenous spirits showcased by proud local artisans. Among the featured
KUCHING: A brief afternoon drizzle marked the start of the Rainforest World Music Festival (RWMF) 2025, but it did little to cool the excitement as over 5,000 festival-goers gathered at the Sarawak Cultural Village for the opening day of Sarawak’s most iconic cultural festival on Friday. Now in its 28th
KUCHING: The Rainforest World Music Festival (RWMF) 2025 roared to life on opening night yesterday (June 20) as Otyken, an indigenous Siberian band, headlined the first evening with a performance that brought ancient traditions to the modern stage. Led by Andrey Medonos, the band’s founder and creative director, Otyken represents
KUCHING: Under the towering trees of Santubong, where music mingles with mist and culture echoes through the rainforest, the Rainforest World Music Festival (RWMF) once again drew together musicians and travellers from across the globe, each finding connection in rhythm, heritage, and Sarawak’s unforgettable charm. Among the musicians was Django
KUCHING: The Rainforest World Music Festival (RWMF) is a powerful celebration of Sarawak’s culture, unity, and global appeal, reflecting its journey from humble beginnings to an international event. Speaking on the first day of the festival in Santubong, Deputy Minister for Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Datuk Gerald Rentap Jabu
KUCHING: Job seekers and students in Sarawak will have access to more than 1,561 job openings at the 11th edition of Sarawak Career and Training (S-CaT) Fair 2025, to be held on July 5 and 6 at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK). The event, organised by the Ministry of
KUCHING: Sarawak’s homegrown semiconductor firm, SMD Semiconductor, is inviting young Sarawakians with a passion for technology and innovation to explore careers in chip design and semiconductor engineering at the upcoming UNIMAS Talent Recruitment and Career Exhibition (TRACE 2025). The event, taking place on June 17 and 18 at DeTAR, Universiti
KUCHING: Hundreds of Kuching residents turned up at CityOne Megamall today for Medical Camp 2025, a major community outreach offering free, inclusive and accessible health services. Launched by Kota Sentosa Assemblyman, Wilfred Yap Sau Sin, the event brought together 40 participating partners and organisations to close healthcare gaps for the
