Peatland advocate seeks solid ground for TROPI
KOTA SAMARAHAN: Datuk Dr Lulie Melling is a woman in a hurry. Quite understandably. With the clock ticking towards her retirement she is trying her level best to put the Sarawak Tropical Peat Research Institute (TROPI) on solid footing. The challenge at hand is getting the organisational set-up done in a way that it is […]
Palm oil mill damaged in Kota Samarahan fire
KOTA SAMARAHAN: A late night fire broke out at a palm oil mill in Lubok Bunting yesterday (Sept 10). The 11.15 pm blaze caused about 50 per cent damages to the thresher drum in the palm kernel processing area. Fortunately, no injuries or structural damages were reported. A spokesman for the Fire and Rescue Department […]
‘One-month rule’ for contractors to speed up projects
KOTA SAMARAHAN: Contractors working on development projects in Sarawak have been given a one-month rule to demonstrate their commitment to project completion. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas announced this rule to ensure timely progress on various infrastructure projects. “For example, the rule applies to a 7km road project from Kampung Tanjung Bako road […]
SDMC advises against open burning
KOTA SAMARAHAN: Residents are strongly advised to avoid open burning, especially during the hot weather, to keep the haze from worsening. Sarawak Disaster Management Committee (SDMC) chairman, Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas, highlighted concerns over unhealthy levels of air pollution reported in areas such as Sri Aman, Serian, and Kuching. “We’ve requested the Fire and […]
Active youth and club win Perdana Awards
KOTA SAMARAHAN: Kelab Belia Sejati Sadong (KBSS) was crowned champion in the youth organisation category of the Perdana Award in conjunction with the State Level National Youth Day 2023 here today. The club won a cash prize of RM10,000 thanks to their involvement in over 16 community and social activities. As for the individual male […]
State to host ministry-level games
KOTA SAMARAHAN: The Sarawak government has welcomed the federal Youth and Sports Ministry’s (KBS) plan to have the state host the KBS recreational games at the end of this year. Minister of Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said the issue was brought up during a recent visit by representatives […]
UiTM Sarawak and Universitas Panca Bhakti strengthen ties
KOTA SAMARAHAN: The signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM) and Universitas Panca Bhakti (UPB) Pontianak, Indonesia, is being hailed as a historic moment for both institutions.UiTM Sarawak rector Datuk Dr Jamil Hamali pointed out that this event signifies a strong commitment between the two esteemed parties to foster academic […]
Expects efficient services at new Puspakom centre
KOTA SAMARAHAN: The Ministry of Transport is satisfied with the facilities and services at the new Puspakom Kota Samarahan branch and expects a more efficient customer service when fully operational. Minister of Transport Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin commended Puspakom Sd Bhd for setting up its own new centre in Kota Samarahan at the Kota […]
Al Malik mosque in Kota Samarahan open to devotees
KUCHING: The Al Malik mosque at Taman Uni Garden, Kota Samarahan is finally open to devotees in the area. The mosque which cost over RM3 million was officially opened by Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg after performing the Friday prayers today. With 660 square metres, the mosque is able to accommodate […]
Minos: Build star-rated hotel in Kota Samarahan
KUCHING: The Kota Samarahan Municipal Council (MPKS) is proposing that a big developer group consider setting up a star-rated hotel under its jurisdiction as part of its oncoming huge project. MPKS chairman Datuk Peter Minos said such a facility is very much needed, especially when institutions of higher learning like Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) and Universiti […]
