Author: Noor Syahhira Hady

1.5mln jobs goal 2030, students advised

BETONG: Students, get ready for around 1.5 million job opportunities that will be available in our state by the year 2030. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas said that these jobs will be created through various programmes and plans under the post-COVID-19 Development Strategy (PCDS) 2030. One of the

Kota Sentosa church gets RM700k grant

KUCHING: The Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Kota Sentosa has received RM700,000 allocation from the Unit for Other Religions (UNIFOR). The allocation was handover by Kota Sentosa assemblyman Wilfred Yap to Father Felix Au of the church today (September 2) During the ceremony, Yap asked the church committee to provide

Kuching to host National Urban Forum

KUCHING: The fifth Malaysia Urban Forum 2023 (MUF2023) is set to take place in Kuching. URBANICE Malaysia, in collaboration with the Ministry of Local Government Development (KPKT), will organise the five-day forum at the State Library and the Hikmah Exchange Event Centre (HEEC) from November 4 to 8. Deputy Minister

Pussycat galore at Majma Hall

KUCHING: Forty-five felinophiles from across the country are looking for a purr-fect weekend at the Kuching North City Hall-Cat Fanciers’ Association (DBKU-CFA) International Cat Show. They have signed up around 81 pussycats for the Sept 2-3 event launched by DBKU Mayor Hilmy Othman at Arcum Tent, Majma Mall here. The

Nanta mulls Sarawak currency

KUCHING: Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi has sparked discussions about the prospect of Sarawak introducing its own currency in response to Malaysia’s uncertain economic climate. According to him, Sarawak may have its own currency if the national economy continues to face challenges. “If Sarawak’s economy is good, while

57 students get incentive for higher education

KUCHING: Around 57 school leavers in the Serian parliamentary constituency have been provided with monetary incentives to support their pursuit of higher education. The incentive, which totalled RM23,000, was handed out at Leort Cottage in Kampung Pichin, Serian yesterday (Sept 1) by Serian MP Datuk Seri Richard Riot Jaem. During

Nanta vows to uphold legacy of grandfather Tun Jugah

KUCHING: Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi has pledged to continue the legacy of his late grandfather, Tun Datuk Patinggi Temenggong Jugah Barieng. He affirmed his dedication to this cause, even in the face of political challenges that sometimes plague the nation. As the grandson of one of the

Full steam ahead as Sarawak embraces digitalisation  

IN the dynamic landscape of today’s world, where digital transformation has become a defining force cutting across industries and boundaries, Sarawak has emerged as a proactive player in embracing this sweeping evolution. More than just a technological shift, the state’s journey signifies a harmonious convergence of economic growth, inclusivity and

Good governance of paramount importance: STIDC

KUCHING: Sarawak Timber Industry Development Corporation (STIDC) Corporate Governance Day 2023 is aimed at raising awareness on the importance of good governance besides promoting transparency, accountability and integrity. STIDC General Manager Zainal Abidin Abdullah said apart from that, the programme also serves as a reminder to everyone to build a

Curbing corruption a responsibility for all to shoulder

KUCHING: Detecting corruption and making sure it is not repeated is the responsibility of everyone, not just anti-graft officials and auditors, said Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan. He said sharing such responsibility together will create an environment of transparency, ethical conduct and integrity. “So I urge all