Author: Noor Syahhira Hady

Investing in early childhood education vital

KUCHING: Embracing inclusivity in early childhood is not only a moral imperative but also a strategic investment in the long-term success and well-being of a nation, said Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan. The Deputy Premier noted that in Sarawak’s journey to reach its goal of a developed state by

State envisages landscape that leaves no child behind

KUCHING: The just concluded Sarawak Preschool International Convention 2023 is a testament to Sarawak’s shared commitment to the well-being and future of its youngest citizens. Women, Early Childhood and Community Well-being Development Minister Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah said it underscores the fundamental importance of creating nurturing, inclusive environments where every

Laila Gallery opens at Wisma Sabati

KUCHING: History was made at the Association of Wives of Ministers and Assistant Ministers of Sarawak (Sabati) building with the official launching of the Laila Gallery here on today. The gallery named in honour of the founder and the first president of Sabati, the late Datuk Patinggi Laila Taib, was

Sabati gets monetary aid from Petros, state govt

KUCHING: Petroleum Sarawak Berhad (Petros) and the Sarawak government have channeled RM1 million and RM300,000 respectively to the Association of Wives of Ministers and Assistant Ministers of Sarawak (Sabati). According to Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, the said funds were channeled to aid the association in

PSB seating unchanged in DUN session

KUCHING: Despite Parti Sarawak Bersatu (PSB)’s recent support for the Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) candidate in the Jepak by-election, their elected representatives will retain their current seats in the upcoming State Legislative Assembly (DUN) session. DUN speaker Tan Sri Datuk Amar Mohamad Asfia Awang Nassar said that this decision follows

New Bills to pave the way for Sarawak

KUCHING: Sarawak will be the first state in Malaysia to introduce and table the Ombudsman Bill, 2023 and Environment (Reduction of Greenhouse Gases Emission) Bill, 2023. In announcing this, State Legislative Assembly (DUN) speaker Tan Sri Datuk Amar Mohamad Asfia Awang Nassar pointed out the significance of the Bills for

DUN to sit Nov 20-29; Premier to table State Budget

KUCHING: The upcoming State Legislative Assembly (DUN) sitting is poised to be a landmark one as it will see the tabling of the State Budget 2024, two new Bills and two amendment Bills. DUN Speaker Tan Sri Datuk Amar Mohamad Asfia Awang Nassar said aside from the Supply Bill, the

Free Miri Country Music Fest

KUCHING: The 10th edition of the Miri Country Music Fest (MCMF) is back with free admission for all. Minister for Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah announced that the festival is scheduled to take place on Dec 1 and 2 at Coco Cabana, Miri.

Sarawak Youth Day to feature youth talents

KUCHING: Sarawak Youth Day (HBS) is set to make an impactful return, featuring a range of activities aimed at highlighting the talents of Sarawakian youth. The programme, scheduled from Dec 1 to 3, will take place at Dewan Suarah Kapit, as announced by Minister for Youth, Sport and Entrepreneur Development,

SAINS partners with Ant Group Digital Technologies to explore mobile government development

KUCHING: Sarawak Information Systems (SAINS) has inked a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Ant Group Digital Technologies to collaborate on the development of mobile government solutions, leveraging innovative technologies from Ant Group Digital Technologies.  According to a statement, the collaboration aims to explore the adoption of advanced technical solutions, including