Author: Osman Razali

New 21-door longhouse helps resident to own a home

SARATOK: The newly constructed 36th longhouse in Kelaka constituency is now almost complete. Named as the Tinting Jelai Longhouse, it has 21 doors and is led by Chief Nyawai Guang. Kalaka state assemblyman Mohamad Duri stated that various forms of assistance have been provided by the Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS)

Lakis: Not right to take subsidies away from rich

BETONG: It is not appropriate to stop providing educational subsidies to the children of the wealthy attending top public schools. Instead, the government should consider giving different percentages of subsidies to this group, said Spaoh Islamic Charitable Trust Board (LAKIS) chairman, Dr. Abang Ismail Abang Julhi. “For example, the extremely

120 cyclists participate in Saratok Fun Ride

SARATOK: Around 120 participants took part in a 15km ride during the Saratok Fun Ride 2024, aimed at promoting cycling as a leisure activity and fostering a healthy lifestyle. Saratok Cycling Club (SCC) president Suib Jenai stated that the event’s main goal was to encourage cycling as part of a

Don’t hesitate to report child abuse or neglect: MP

BETONG: People should report to the authorities or contact the Talian Kasih 15999 if they are aware of any instance of abuse or neglect of children around them. Betong Member of Parliament Dr Richard Rapu said this is because every child has the right to be protected to live in

Skilled human capital vital for new economy

SARATOK: Free university education which will be implemented by the Sarawak government starting in 2026 demonstrates that its leaders want to produce skilled human capital. Skilled labour is needed for Sarawak’s new economy and Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has a clear vision towards this end.

Rep compliments NGOs for its charitable deeds

SARATOK: Kalaka assemblyman Mohamad Duri praised the voluntary services and commitment of non-governmental organisations (NGOs) in supporting charity and welfare activities in Saratok. According to him, the Ji Yuan Shan She Saratok Moral Education and Charity Association is one of the active organization, among many others. “The Ji Yuan Shan

Call to preserve silat as Malay heritage

SARATOK: Young people need to be taught that their involvement in the art of silat is not only for competition, but also to preserve silat as the heritage of the Malays. Kalaka assemblyman Mohamad Duri said that the Malays were famous for their martial art in the past. “Just like

Sarawak takes pride in co-hosting the 2027 SEA Games

BETONG: Deputy Minister of Youth, Sports, and Entrepreneur Development, Datuk Gerald Rentap Jabu concurred with the decision of the Ministry of Youth and Sports to have Sarawak as co-host for the 2027 Southeast Asian (SEA) Games and perceived it as a great pride and glory for the state. He stated

Govt to engage community leaders in Saratok to address human-crocodile conflicts

SARATOK: The government will continue to engage with community leaders and chiefs (KMKK) in Saratok District to raise awareness about the risks of human-crocodile conflicts. Kalaka assemblyman Mohamad Duri said the increasing crocodile population in Sarawak over the past nine years has heightened the risk of conflicts between humans and