Author: Neville Timothy Sanders

Officials assess readiness of SK Beradek temporary evacuation centre

KUCHING: A visit was made to the Temporary Evacuation Centre (PPS) at SK Beradek on Tuesday (Oct 22) to assess its readiness for the upcoming Northeast Monsoon.The visit was led by Kuching Division Resident Dayang Joanita Azizah Abang Morshidi, accompanied by officers from the Malaysian Civil Defence Department (JPAM), representatives

TYT calls for greater focus on Sarawak’s history

KUALA LUMPUR: History is not only a reflection of the past but also the foundation for building a better future.Head of State (TYT) Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar stressed this point, urging local scholars to expand research and writings on Sarawak’s history, covering various perspectives, including the

Community pleads for more sports facilities

Kapit: Baleh assemblyman Nicholas Kudi has called for more sports facilities in the Kapit area to promote a more active lifestyle among the local community.He said that hosting more sports events would bring people together and encourage youth participation.“I aim to organise a sports carnival in the future to enliven

UNICEF conference on investing in children

KUCHING: Emphasising the pivotal theme of “Prioritising Investment in Children in a Changing Region,” the 2nd Regional Social Policy Conference convened 250 participants from 14 countries across East Asia and the Pacific. Organised jointly by the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), the Social Wellbeing Research Centre (SWRC) at Universiti Malaya,

Premier: Policies on social protection of children proof of Sarawak govt’s commitment

KUCHING: The collaboration between the state government and UNICEF on the ‘Child-Sensitive Integrated Social Protection Initiatives’ project shows their commitment to enhance social protection and nutrition for children in Sarawak. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the project aims to integrate social assistance for children with

Social protection systems for children important: Abang Jo

KUCHING: Social policy plays a crucial role in addressing issues on the well-being of a child. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the policy is not merely a safety net, but a foundation for sustainable development. “By investing in social protection systems, we can provide support

Community bonds over media event

KANOWIT: The Ngabas Menua @Kanowit programme, held recently at Rumah Taboh, Nanga Ngungun, Kanowit, was a significant event designed to strengthen ties within the rural community.Organised by Radio Televisyen Malaysia (RTM) Sibu and officiated by Ngemah assemblyman Anyi Jana, the programme aimed to foster closer relationships between the local community

Two Tamu Desa projects completed, 11 being implemented

KUCHING: The Ministry of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives has approved an allocation of more than RM1.9 million for the fist phase of Tamu Desa development in Sarawak this year. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan said the first phase of the programme involves 13 Tamu Desa locations throughout

Sarawak launches entrepreneur database system to boost business ecosystem

KUCHING: The launch of the Entrepreneur Database System Sarawak (ENBASE) serves as a one-stop platform designed to provide analysis and reports on the actual needs of the local entrepreneurial ecosystem. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan said that through ENBASE, the Sarawak government will ensure that specialised programmes,

Six houses repaired under PPRMS scheme in Tanjong Datu

LUNDU: A total of six houses have been repaired under the Sarawak Poor Housing Improvement Project (PPRMS) for Tanjong Datu constituency. This is part of 39 house repair projects, with a second phase 2023 allocation of RM500,000, some of which are still in progress. The Tanjong Datu assemblyman Azizul Annuar