Author: Osman Razali

Vital for agencies to complete projects on time

SPAOH: Every agency must be prepared to move forward with new plans, determination, and direction by 2025 to ensure that approved development projects can be completed on schedule. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas stated that next year will be a challenging year, with a strong focus on completing

Call to expedite building of new health clinic

SPAOH: The Ministry of Health Malaysia (MOH) has been urged to expedite the construction of a Type Four Health Clinic (KK) here, which the government previously approved. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas revealed that the Sarawak government, through the Land and Survey Department (JTS), has completed the compensation

A cultural and commercial fiesta

DEBAK: The annual Debak Festival has proven to be a significant platform for the local community to engage in socio-economic activities. Deputy Minister of Women, Childhood and Community Development, Datuk Mohammad Razi Sitam, said the festival had made a positive impact, especially with its growing popularity among both local and

Adapt or be left behind

SARATOK: Youth must be ready to embrace the technological revolution that’s reshaping the job market, said Kalaka assemblyman Mohamad Duri. “Jobs that existed 20 years ago may have vanished, while new roles we couldn’t imagine are now essential. “We need to adapt to change with an open and future-oriented mindset,”

Nine new projects worth RM48mil approved by SADA

KUCHING: Nine new projects worth RM48 million were approved during the Sri Aman Development Agency (SADA) Steering Committee Meeting No. 4. Chairperson Datuk Seri Rohani Abdul Karim stated that the SADA Steering Committee held its fourth meeting this year at a hotel here. “The objective was to obtain approval for

Kalaka assemblyman comes to aid of elderly woman

SARATOK: Lohan Ganti, an elderly woman residing at a relative’s home near Kampung Tanjung Hulu, can now live more comfortably thanks to home repairs facilitated by Kalaka assemblyman Mohamad Duri. The project, which began a few months ago, focused on upgrading the residence of her relatives, including the room where

Khazanah Kasihnya Warisan win big in Regata Pesta Benak 2024

KUCHING: The Regata Pesta Benak 2024 saw an outstanding performance by Khazanah Kasihnya Warisan as the team claimed two prestigious titles, cementing their dominance in the traditional boat races on the Batang Lupar. On the second day of the competition, the team, led by Kadir Manap, clinched the coveted Raja

Aesthetic value of bead necklaces draws festival-goers

SIMANGGANG: At craft sales programmes, among the things that often steal women’s hearts are bead accessories such as necklaces. This is because they are very beautiful, made in various styles and boast of delicate craftsmanship. It is therefore no surprise that these items, even if they cost hundreds of ringgit,

Michelle Belveqistriya is Benak Idol 2024 champ

SIMANGGANG: Petite girl, Michelle Belveqistriya who was crowned the winner of the Benak Idol 2024 competition is ready to challenge herself to a bigger singing stage. Actively participating in many competitions, most recently she is understood to have qualified for the next stage in the reality programme, One In The

Divide JPS to fast-track rice ambitions

SIMANGGANG: A move to split the Sarawak Irrigation and Drainage Department (JPS) into two units is expected to accelerate the state’s goal of becoming a major rice producer. Batang Lupar MP Mohamad Shafizan Kepli said that the previous single-department structure was irrelevant. “By dividing the department into specialised units, I