KUCHING: The upcoming state-level Hari Belia Sarawak 2024 in Mukah aims to achieve a unique milestone by attempting a record for “The Most Bottle Caps Used on a Wall Mural”.
Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said this initiative is strongly supported by the community in Mukah, who have generously contributed bottle caps for this purpose.
“At the same time, the Ministry can realise the green sustainability campaign outlined in the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) and the Post-Covid-19 Development Strategy (PCDS) 2030.
“This year, we are set to break another record through the involvement of youth from the Mukah Division as last year in Kapit, we achieved the Malaysia Book of Records for the largest state flag made from bead embroidery, measuring 4.89 meters by 2.44 meters,” he said during a press conference on the upcoming Hari Belia Sarawak 2024 here Tuesday (Nov 26).
Earlier, Abdul Karim said that Hari Belia Sarawak 2024 is scheduled to take place from Dec 4 to 8 for the first time in Mukah Division at Kingwood Beach Resort, featuring the theme Neon and Beach Festival.
“The highlight of the event will be the Belia Negara Award presentations for Male and Female and Sarawak Registered Youth Associations.
“The purpose of these awards is to recognise and appreciate individuals and organisations who have contributed to Sarawak society, either individually or as an association.
“Through this, we hope to encourage more youths to engage in community programmes,” he said.
He said the youth eligible to receive the awards this year will be presented with a trophy, certificate, and cash prizes, namely Belia Negeri Awards (Individual) offering RM5,000 each for the Male and Female categories and two categiries under Persatuan Belia Negeri Awards offering RM10,000 for the winner and RM7,000 for second placing.
Additionally, he said various youth activities will be held, including five types of youth-focused activities such as Sports, Marketplace, Arts, Recognition, and Team Building.
“Among the activities for Youth Development will include the main opening ceremony, which will be held on the Dec 7 (Saturday).
“Beside the Malaysia Book of Record programme, there will also be a Soul Concert attended by Malaysian artiste Amy Search, along with performances by Masmona from Sabah, local artistes such as Norafizah Buzman and Melanau singer Haris Abdullah.
“This will include motivational talks by Lasykar, public arts, carolling, and more,” he said.
He added that for Entrepreneurial Development, there will be a youth business bazaar, mind and therapy VR sessions, and on the e-hailing industry and GIG economy.
“For Sports Development, activities will include a 5km fun ride, waterpolo, glamping, and meet-and-greet sessions with our sports icon Sapok Biki, who will join us,” he said.
