Author: Nurul Shima Shahminon

TVET to equip workforce with data management, digital marketing skills

BINTULU: A skilled and semi-skilled workforce is expected to be developed through Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) by 2030. Minister of Education, Innovation, and Talent Development (MEITD) Datuk Seri Roland Sagah Wee Inn, who announced this, referred to a study conducted by Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) in 2014,

Prompt repayment benefits longhouse communities

BINTULU: The Sarawak government remains committed to assisting longhouse communities through the Longhouse Loan Scheme (SPRP), introduced since 1978, while emphasising the importance of loan repayments to ensure the sustainability of the scheme. Chairman of the Housing Development Corporation (HDC), Abdul Yakub Arbi, stated that up until September this year,

Tiong: Explore recreational fishing tourism in Bintulu

BINTULU:  Non governmental organisations and the maritime community here have been encouraged to explore the potential of recreational fishing tourism. Member of Parliament for Bintulu, Datuk Sri Tiong King Sing, stressed that the development of this industry is important for the local economy. The Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture

Killer croc is finally captured

TATAU: Two large crocodiles were successfully captured with the help of a seasoned reptile handler in a desperate bid to find the remains of a young girl who was believed to have been devoured by one of them. Indet Senabong, a renowned crocodile expert from Rumah William Beragung, Paku, Betong,

BIKF booth vendors donate RM10K to five PIBGs

BINTULU: Five Parent and Teacher Associations (PIBG) from primary schools around Bintulu received donation of RM2,000 each from the Borneo International Kite Festival (BIKF) 2024 Vendor Booth Committee. The schools are PIBG Sekolah Kebangsaan (SK) Kuala Nyalau, PIBG SK Sungai Tisang, PIBG SK Jepak, PIBG SK Ulu Segan, and PIBG

An economic booster for local traders

BINTULU: Bintulu Borneo International Kite Festival (BIKF) plays an important role as a platform for local entrepreneurs and small traders to promote their products, besides contributing to the town’s overall economic growth. Deputy chairman of the Bintulu Development Board (BDA), Datuk Haidar Khan Asghar Khan, said this festival became an

BIKF puts Malaysia on world map

BINTULU: The Borneo Bintulu International Kite Festival (BIKF) is now one of the main catalysts in driving the tourism sector here, thus supporting the promotion of the “Malaysia Truly Asia” brand on the international stage. Minister of Tourism, Creative Industries and Performing Arts, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, said

Climate change global threat with major impact on Sarawak, says Jepak rep

BINTULU: Jepak assemblyman Iskandar Turkee has described climate change as a global threat that also has a major impact on Sarawak. He noted the importance of immediate action to protect the ecosystem and ensure the sustainability of future generations. He said the effects of climate change such as increased temperatures,

MLNG helps longhouse fire victims

BINTULU: Malaysia LNG Sdn Bhd (MLNG) recently came to the aid of the  fire victims at Rumah Nura Buling, Sungai Teban, Labang. The contributions, under MLNG’s Disaster Assistance Program, were presented by Sarawak’s Minister of Food Industry, Commodity and Regional Development, who is also Kemena assemblyman, Datuk Seri Dr Stephen

28 countries join BIKF, showcase spectacular kite displays

BINTULU: The Borneo International Kite Festival (BIKF) in Bintulu serves as the perfect platform to foster unity and appreciate cultural diversity among communities. Jepak assemblyman, Iskandar Turkee, said that the 17th edition of BIKF with the theme ‘Unity Through Flight’ was not just an event, but an avenue to celebrate