Author: Nura V Lorna

‘Tender For Us’ system to be piloted by Rajang Delta Development Agency

KUCHING: The ‘Tender For Us’ system is set to be piloted this year for a project undertaken by the Rajang Delta Development Agency (Radda). Deputy Minister for Urban Planning, Land Administration and Environment, Datuk Len Talif Salleh noted that the Tabung Ekonomi Gagasan Anak Sarawak (Tegas), in collaboration with graduates

Australian High Commissioner visits Borneo Cultures Museum

KUCHING: The Australian High Commissioner to Malaysia, Danielle Heinecke, visited the Borneo Cultures Museum, here on today (July 16). During her visit, she toured various exhibits that showcase the rich cultural heritage of Borneo and engaged with museum staff. The visit highlighted the deep-rooted and enduring relationship between Australia and

Call to include Sarawak Independence Day in national curriculum

KUCHING: A local politician has called for the historical significance of Sarawak Day, also known as Sarawak Independence Day, to be included in the national history curriculum. Public Health, Housing, and Local Government Deputy Minister Datuk Dr Penguang Manggil said the move would educate future generations about the importance of

400 explore careers at roadshow

SRI AMAN: The 2024 Carnival of Education and Career Roadshow attracted approximately 400 students from SMK Sri Aman, Simanggang, Melugu, and Lingga. Bukit Begunan assemblyman Datuk Mong Dagang hoped that the youth and students will fully utilise the opportunities presented. “The Sarawak government aspires to foster a more digital workforce

MP calls for fire safety training in villages

SERIAN: The Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) has been urged to conduct fire control courses in every village to prevent major fire outbreaks. Serian MP Datuk Seri Richard Riot made the call following a recent longhouse fire in Kampung Krusen Siu here which left 43 people homeless. Riot emphasised that

Sarawak aims for full online service delivery by 2030

KUCHING: The Sarawak government aims to achieve full online service delivery by 2030. Deputy Minister of Utility and Telecommunications Datuk Liwan Lagang said the initiative seeks to streamline business processes and enhance public investment opportunities. “By 2030, we aim to achieve 100 per cent online service delivery and improved ease

Emphasis on enhancing cybersecurity policies

KUCHING: The Sarawak Multimedia Authority (SMA) is working with the federal government to develop a new act aimed at strengthening cybersecurity policies. SMA general manager Datuk Dr Anderson Tiong Ing Heng said SMA’s role is to focus on cybersecurity policy guidelines at the state level. In addition to cooperating with

Sarawak thinking about new laws to rein in social media

KUCHING: Sarawak is mulling over the implementation of a new legislation proposed by the federal government that holds social media platform owners liable for misuse, including cases involving cyberbullying. Deputy Minister of Utility and Telecommunications Datuk Liwan Lagang said the Sarawak Multimedia Authority (SMA) would review the matter and determine

Rahmah sale draws crowds

KUCHING: The spirit of festivity soared at the Sarawak State Mosque as the highly-anticipated Rahmah Sale drew eager crowds from the break of dawn during the Maal Hijrah Festival 1446H/2024. Long queues snaked through the sale site well before 8 am, with residents determined to snap up the incredible discounts

Six churches receive UNIFOR funds totalling RM1.28mil

TEBEDU: The Unit for Other Religions (UNIFOR) has disbursed RM1.28 million to six churches in villages within the state constituency. The presentation, officiated by local elected representative Dr Simon Sinang Bada, took place at the Tebedu Service Centre recently. The churches receiving funds are St. Andrew’s in Kampung Daha Kisau,