Author: Alexandra Lorna

Ministry complies with SDMC’s decision on hot spell

KUCHING: Decisions regarding school operations and activities during the current hot weather will be based on Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) set by the Sarawak State Disaster Management Committee (SDMC). Minister of Education, Innovation, and Talent Development (MEITD) Datuk Seri Roland Sagah Wee Inn said the ministry will only refer to

Keen to be a teacher in Sarawak? Start applying now

KUCHING: The federal Ministry of Education (MoE) and Education Service Commission (SPP) are employing additional batches of teachers through a special recruitment initiative in a significant move to address the shortage of teachers in Sarawak. Education, Innovation and Talent Development (MEITD) Minister Datuk Seri Roland Sagah Wee Inn said the

State secretary receives courtesy visit and invitation from JaPen

KUCHING: The Malaysian Information Department (JaPen) Sarawak delegation led by its director, Helmy Hamid paid a courtesy visit to Sarawak State Secretary, Datuk Amar Mohamad Abu Bakar Marzuki today (26 July). The purpose of the visit was to discuss and invite Abu Bakar to attend and launch the ‘National Month

Premier launches Masjid Jamek’s new towers

KUCHING: The Masjid Jamek Negeri Sarawak will have new towers that will incorporate a green energy concept, equipped with solar panels and energy-efficient lighting. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg officiated the launching of the new tower model for the Masjid Jamek Negeri Sarawak during the Sarawak State

Turkish firms keen on our growth plans

KUCHING: Two Turkish companies are keen to expand their businesses in Sarawak, said Turkish Ambassador to Malaysia Emir Salim Yuksel.One of the companies already has a presence in Malaysia, he added.“We have introduced two key Turkish companies. One is already established here, while the other is exploring opportunities for collaboration,”

Rundi: Teamwork matters most in meeting targets

KUCHING: The Food Industry, Commodity, and Regional Development Ministry must embrace teamwork to foster innovative and creative ideas to achieve the aim of the state government. Its Minister Datuk Seri Dr Stephen Rundi Utom stressed the need for a clear direction and unified approach to achieve the state’s ambitious goal

Dr Yii presents RM91,196 to SMK Tabuan Jaya

KUCHING: Bandar Kuching MP Dr Kelvin Yii Lee Wuen recently donated a generous amount of RM91,196 to SMK Tabuan Jaya here. According to Dr Yii, the allocation was meant for the school to purchase new furniture as its existing ones were already worn out. “SMK Tabuan Jaya is a sports

KL approves RM191m to address city flood issues

KUCHING: The federal government has approved RM191 million for the implementation of the Integrated River Basin Development Project (PLSB) for Sungai Sarawak with the aim of addressing flood issues in several areas in the city. Energy Transition and Water Transformation (PETRA) Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said that the project

Work closely with Premier, Sim urges religious leaders

BINTULU: All religious leaders have been urged to work together with Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg to ensure social inclusivity and religious harmony thrive in the community. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian said this is essential to advance Sarawak into a progressive and

MoU inked on extending UM’s law degree

KUCHING: Efforts are underway to make available Universiti Malaya’s Bachelor of Laws (Hons) degree programme in Sarawak. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between the Ministry of Education, Innovation and Talent Development, Universiti Malaya and Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak to facilitate its launch here. The MoU also signifies