Author: Nurin Patra

SSEAYP Alumni Association holds 9th AGM to strengthen unity

KUCHING: The Sarawak Ship for Southeast Asia and Japanese Youth Programme (SSEAYP) Alumni Association (SAA) successfully held its Ninth Annual General Meeting (AGM) today. This marks another significant step in the association’s journey to unite, serve and develop former SSEAYP participants from Sarawak. SAA president Chew Kim Soon expressed his

Head of State graces Fatimah’s Hari Raya Open House

KUCHING: Head of State Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar, along with his wife, Toh Puan Datuk Patinggi Fauziah Mohd Sanusi, graced the Hari Raya Aidilfitri Open House hosted by Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development Minister, Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah, and her husband, Datuk Dr Adi Badiozaman

SKAS expected to continue next year, ensuring food security

KUCHING: Sarawak Basic Needs Assistance (SKAS) is expected to continue next year, says Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah. The Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development Minister said that the initiative reflects the state government’s commitment to ensuring food security for all Sarawakians. “Insya-Allah, SKAS will continue. This is a form of

SEDC strengthens ties with the media

KUCHING: The Sarawak Economic Development Corporation (SEDC) is strengthening its ties with local authorities and the media, including through a courtesy visit to Sarawak Tribune and Suara Sarawak office today. Led by SEDC Corporate Communications Department head Nur Khairanie Nasya Jasmine, along with two communications officers, Samuel James, Jesny Miduk,

TBS doles out Ramadan aid

KUCHING: Tabung Baitulmal Sarawak (TBS) reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the underprivileged through the Ramadan Welfare Programme and distribution of its Bantuan Sara Hidup Bulanan (Monthly Living Assistance) to recipients today (March 25). Its general manager, Datuk Abang Mohd Shibli Abang Mohd Nailie, said the assistance is provided once a

Aidilfitri aid, food baskets for 600 Santubong constituents

KUCHING: Yayasan Kebajikan Negara (YKN) has recently stepped up its efforts to support communities in need by providing monetary aid and food boxes to over 600 recipients in conjunction with Hari Raya Aidilfitri. Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri said the initiative aimed to support communities

Nancy assures of government help in facing disasters

KUCHING: The government has a dedicated budget to handle disaster situations more effectively. In stating this, Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri said funds from Yayasan Kebajikan Negara (YKN) are provided based on necessity. “We are always prepared with sufficient allocations to handle any unforeseen disaster,”

Running group distributes 300 packs of ‘bubur lambuk’

KUCHING: In the spirit of Ramadan, the Daybreak247 Running Group distributed approximately 300 packs of ‘bubur lambuk’ to the public today as part of their community outreach efforts. The distribution, held at Kampung Lintang and PETRONAS Jalan Astana, was a heartfelt effort to strengthen community bonds. Through the collective efforts

PERKIM distributes aid to 40 underprivileged individuals

KUCHING: A total of 40 individuals from underprivileged backgrounds received festive contributions during the Majlis Sumbangan Aidilfitri 2025 at the Samariang Service Centre, Jalan Merak today. Muslim Welfare Organisation Malaysia (PERKIM) Kuching Branch chairwoman Datuk Seri Sharifah Mordiah Tuanku Fauzi emphasised the importance of continuing to assist those in need.

Asia Carbon Conference fosters robust carbon market ecosystem

KUCHING: The collaboration between governments, industries and financial institutions is vital in fostering a robust carbon market ecosystem, says Datuk Dr. Hazland Hipni. The Deputy Minister for Energy and Environmental Sustainability said that the role of carbon markets is critical in accelerating emissions reduction. Sarawak is keen to explore innovative