Author: Neville Timothy Sanders

Sarawak projects record RM14.2 bln in revenue  

SARAWAK anticipates a revenue of RM14.2 billion for 2025, the highest revenue ever projected for the state. This strong revenue outlook projects the state’s continued commitment to enhance fiscal sustainability. In his address at the second reading of the Sarawak Budget 2025 today, Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari

Sarawak Tribune digital reporter aims to become lecturer in five years

KOTA SAMARAHAN: Sarawak Tribune digital reporter Edwinnie Einstein Unji Edwin aspires to become a lecturer within the next five years. A graduate with a Bachelor’s Degree in Strategic Communication (Hons), Edwinnie plans to pursue a master’s degree to achieve his goal. “That being said, I am going to do my

Istana Budaya brings Malaysian Traditional Orchestra to Sarawak

KUCHING: The Malaysian Traditional Orchestra (OTM) of Istana Budaya is set to expand its presence in Sarawak this month with two major programmes under the OTM Outreach Programme: Sounds of Malaysia (SOM). In a press release, Istana Budaya announced its signature event, OTM On The Streets @ Kuching Waterfront, and

Single mother with three children gets aid from Hope Place

KUCHING: Hope Place Kuching has been relentless in helping those in need of help regardless of race, religion and creed. In its press statement recently, Hope Place has extended assistance and support to a single mother, Isafarina Rapaiee. The 34 year old single mother lives with her three young children

70 teams for Saint Thomas Carolling Cup 2024

KUCHING: Seventy teams are expected to participate in the first ever Saint Thomas Carolling Cup 2024. Organised by Persatuan Kebajikan Masyarakat Stakan Kuching, the event marks the first year it is being held in conjunction with the upcoming Christmas Parade at Kota Sentosa here. Vice president Valentine Yong said the

Student with dwarfism feels at home   

KOTA SAMARAHAN: Ng Qi Jing, a 23-year-old business and economics student with dwarfism, shared that the people in Kuching are not only kind but genuinely friendly, making her feel especially welcomed. Qi, from Selangor, shared that the time she spent studying at Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) had been a positive

Unimas graduate overcomes challenges, credits parents and perseverance for success

KOTA SAMARAHAN: Twenty-three-year-old business and economics graduate Lim Yu Han has mastered sign language from an early age to communicate with his hearing- and speech-impaired parents, Lim Joo Dong and Wong Siok Ting. As the couple’s only child, Yu Han explained that he learned body language and lip-reading alongside sign

618 Business and Economics graduates celebrate success at 28th Unimas convocation

KOTA SAMARAHAN: The morning session of the 28th Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) Convocation Ceremony today celebrated the achievements of 618 graduates from the Faculty of Business and Economics, who received their Bachelor’s degrees. The session was officiated by Unimas vice-chancellor Professor Dr Hata Rasit. In his speech, Hata commended the graduates

Samarahan to host family fun run on Sunday

KOTA SAMARAHAN: Over 700 people are expected to participate in the Samarahan Family Fun Run 2024 this Sunday (Nov 10). Organised by MakanSari Food Street and supported by the Kota Samarahan Municipal Council (MPKS), the event is being organised to encourage a healthy lifestyle. “Whether participants are seasoned runners or

Nov 23-24 musical to showcase endless love

KUCHING: A musical, “De Musical Theatre of Laila Majnun,” will take place here on Nov 23-24. In a press release Sang Rawi Production said the captivating musical will bring to life the timeless and tragic love story of two lovers – Laila and Qaish – whose deep passion transcends all