Author: Fasiha Khushiri

Ministry targets full implementation of Maritime Single Window by 2025

THE Ministry of Transport is working towards the full implementation of the Maritime Single Window (MSW) system, aiming to have it fully operational in all Sarawak and Sabah ports by the first quarter of 2025. Minister Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin said the initiative is done in collaboration with the

Unimas social work students attend Sarawak DUN session for practical learning

KUCHING: A group of 86 final-year students from the Social Work Program at the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities (FSSH), Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (Unimas) attended a session of the Sarawak State Legislative Assembly (DUN) as part of their learning activities, Monday (Nov 18). This initiative was organised as part

Ministry to host global seminar to improve TVET 

THE Ministry of Education, Innovation and Talent Development is organising two significant events under the BIMP-EAGA (Brunei-Indonesia-Malaysia-Philippines East Asean Growth Area) framework aimed at enhancing Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in the region. Its Minister Datuk Seri Roland Sagah Wee said these initiatives reflect Sarawak’s commitment to advance

It’s all about evoking emotions and sparking conversations

KUCHING: Chef Dzulkarnain @ Jol Salleh’s journey into the world of gastronomy is as flavourful as the dishes he creates. Growing up in Sarawak, a place where diverse food cultures converge, the 52-year-old developed a deep appreciation for food from an early age. The distinct blend of indigenous and multicultural

Lingga rep calls for intervention over loss-making plantation

KUCHING: Felcra Berhad Batang Lupar Oil Palm Plantation in Kampung Lingga has been recording continuous losses since its establishment in 2008, causing dissatisfaction among its 122 participants and heirs, says Dayang Noorazah Awang Sohor (GPS-Lingga). Speaking during her debate on the Supply Bill (2025), Friday (Nov 15), she revealed that

Veteran journalist’s story to be told in book

KUCHING: A book about the journey and experiences of veteran journalist Datuk Dr Chamil Wariya is set to be published by February 2025 at the latest. Chamil, who is the former Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Malaysian Press Institute (MPI), said the book is currently in its final

Initiatives for farmers affected by crop, livestock damage

TWO initiatives, namely the Agricultural Disaster Fund (TBP) and the Rice Crop Disaster Fund (TBTP), have been implemented to assist farmers affected by crop and livestock damage due to disasters. Deputy Minister of Food Industry, Commodity, and Rural Development (MFICORD), Datuk Martin Ben said these initiatives are under the implementation

PWD to probe cause of sinking road: Aidel Lariwoo

THE Public Works Department (PWD) Sarawak will conduct a thorough investigation to identify the cause of the subsidence road which is located 1.5km from the Batang Sadong Bridge towards Simunjan. Deputy Minister of Infrastructure and Port Department Datuk Aidel Lariwoo said following the investigation, recommendations for repair will then be

True passion puts journalists in good stead  

KUCHING: Aspiring journalists must nurture a deep passion for their profession and be proactive in seeking unique stories, said veteran journalist, Datuk Chamil Wariya during an editorial sharing session with Sarawak Tribune/Suara Sarawak (STSS) editors, subeditors and reporters. Chamil emphasised that a true passion for journalism helps journalists from viewing

Maintenance work on Kapit indoor stadium to begin next year: Rentap

MAINTENANCE work on the Kapit indoor stadium is schedule to commence in January next year. Deputy Minister of Youth, Sports, and Entrepreneur Development Datuk Gerald Rentap Jabu said the construction period would take of eight months. “The Kapit Indoor Stadium is currently in the process of preparing tender documents which