Author: Annabell Naja Tommy

Comprehensive aid programmes for all

KUCHING: A community celebration of unity and well-being, the “Hari Kesejahteraan Bersama” carnival showcased a variety of aid programmes designed to support Sarawakian families. Deputy Minister for Women, Childhood and Community Development I Datuk Rosey Yunus said the government is committed to alleviate financial burdens, particularly for new mothers and

Motac seeks tax cuts to spur local travel

BINTULU: Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture (Motac), Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing, has proposed the reintroduction of personal income tax reduction incentives and special exemptions in anticipation of Visit Malaysia Year 2026. He said that this initiative aims to encourage Malaysians to vacation domestically, thereby boosting the local economy.

Rubiah: Don’t sweep mistakes under the carpet

KOTA SAMARAHAN: Deputy Minister of Rural and Regional Development Datuk Rubiah Wang has warned civil servants against sweeping mistakes under the carpet  just to safeguard their department’s image. She said this was unethical and should not be done by any head of agency or department. According to her, in carrying

Drum fest lights up the night

KUCHING: Thousands lined the banks of the Sarawak River last night (Nov 2) to witness the grand finale of the Sarawak Drum Festival (FGS) 2024. The Regatta Cultural Stage was the epicentre of a dazzling display of cultural performances. The night was filled with a diverse range of musical performances,

Workshop on upholding business excellence, value your customer

KUCHING: The Malaysia Productivity Corporation (MPC) Sarawak is adopting significant steps to enhance productivity and modern management practices among local organisations through its Business Excellence (BE) initiative.This effort aims to foster competitiveness and sustainability across various sectors.Dr Mazlina Shafi’i, director of MPC Sarawak, highlighted the importance of customers as key

Indian community wants Deepavali bazaar as annual event

KUCHING: The Indian community here is looking forward to more organisation of Deepavali bazaars in the future. This is because such bazaars provide a platform to showcase traditional Indian food, culture, and festive customs. During a visit by Sarawak Tribune on Sunday, it was observed that the first ever Deepavali

AZAM holds beach clean-up to support environmental conservation

KUCHING: AZAM Sarawak held the “Anak Pantey” programme at Pantai Pasir Pandak near here recently, engaging 103 participants, including local residents, youth volunteers, and various agencies, in a community-led beach cleanup to support environmental conservation. Deputy Minister of Utility and Telecommunication, Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Junaidi, who officiated at the

Savour the taste of tradition

KUCHING: The WAK Festival 2024 kicked off yesterday (Oct 25) at The Borneo Hotel with “The Art of Food,” a three-day culinary celebration showcasing Borneo’s rich food culture. This event, a collaboration between The Borneo Hotel, CHASS, and UCCN Kuching City of Gastronomy, highlights the region’s diverse culinary traditions, indigenous

Mall’s kolam adds festive touch to Deepavali

KUCHING: This year, AEON Mall Kuching has embraced the theme “Pragmatic Deepavali,” emphasising the festival’s message of renewal and self-improvement. Deepavali is a time for strengthening relationships, showing generosity, and embracing positivity. The festival’s core principles of light overcoming darkness, renewal, and communal harmony resonate deeply, encouraging everyone to incorporate

Bintulu Port Holdings Berhad inks MoU with MAXIS at IDECS24

BINTULU: Bintulu Port Holdings Berhad (BPHB) recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with MAXIS during the Sarawak International Digital Economy Conference (IDECS24). BPHB was represented by chief executive officer Ruslan Abdul Ghani and BPHB group information technology general manager Ramzi Shafiee. Meanwhile, MAXIS was represented by the head of