The ‘awakening’ of six lions
MUKAH: The Tua Pek Kong Mukah Temple here has witnessed the ‘awakening’ of six lions. This was followed when the lion’s eyes are dotted during the Lion’s Eye-Dotting Ceremony at the temple today (Jan 27). Mukah Dragon, Lion, and Wushu Association chairman Ho Ing Siong mentioned that the eye dotting ceremony is often held annually, […]
Mandatory licensing for commercial ice factories
MUKAH: All ice factories engaged in commercial ice production are required to obtain an ice licence from the Ministry of Health Malaysia (MOH). This regulation is based on Section 394A(4) of the Food Regulations of 1985.Premises involved in ice processing are also subject to specific provisions under the Food Hygiene Regulations 2009, including the implementation […]
19 football teams compete in round cup
OYA: There are 19 teams around the Mukah division participating in the YB Dato Sri Hajah Fatimah Abdullah (YBDSHFA) 9-a-side Football Competition Round Cup held at the Dalat and Mukah District Council Field (MDDM) Oya here. According to the Minister of Women, Early Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah, the organisation of […]
MP presents donations to fire victims
MUKAH: Mukah Member of Parliament Datuk Hanifah Hajar Taib has presented a sum of RM5,000 in cash donations to the villagers who were affected by the fire at Kampung Sesok Lama. She was represented by the Mukah Service Centre officer to hand over the donation to house owner Tambi Silu and family. The fire involved […]
Mukah fishermen brave rainy season to secure livelihoods
MUKAH: Despite the rainy season, fishermen continue to seek their livelihoods at sea. They do not consider rain as a challenge to obtaining fresh seafood for sale to the Mukah residents. A survey at the Mukah Wet Market fish unloading area found that many fishermen are venturing out to sea due to favourable weather conditions. […]
Early environmental education for sustainable practices
MUKAH: Acting Mukah District officer Peleadzman Ahip has stressed the importance of fostering environmental education and awareness from a young age within the community to ensure the sustainability of the environment. He pointed out the need for collaboration among the Natural Resources and Environment Board (NREB), the Environment Department, and the District Education Office. “There […]
Kaul Mukah Festival set for April 22-28
MUKAH: The iconic Kaul Mukah event is scheduled to take place from April 22 to 28 next year. Balingian assemblyman and Mukah Melanau Association chairman Abdul Yakub Arbi said the agreed-upon date was finalised during the recent Federation of Melanau Associations of Sarawak’s meeting. “During the meeting, our president has agreed that the 2024 Kaul […]
A gem in Sarawak’s heartland
BY STANLEY GONA CHEE KHIONGSARAWAK SKILLS Taking in the sights from the vantage point of the Mukah Riverfront The river, an important artery — flowing into the South China Sea — a sight to behold! The beautiful town of Mukah — a harmonious blend of modernity and tradition There’s that special feeling — a warm […]
Motorcyclist killed in accident
MUKAH: A crash involving two vehicles took the life of a 27-year old motorcyclist along Jalan Mukah-Balingian yesterday (Dec 3). A Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) spokesman said firemen from Mukah Fire and Rescue Station received an emergency call at 4.20 pm. The accident involved a collision between a sedan vehicle and a motorcycle. The […]
TVET will contribute to growth of country: Hanifah
MUKAH: Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) has been identified as an enabler that will contribute to the formation of a prosperous and inclusive developing country. Deputy Minister of Economy Datuk Hanifah Hajar Taib said with the cooperation of industry that implements TVET, the problem of skills mismatch can therefore be reduced. “We can […]
