BETONG: Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (Unimas) has reaffirmed its commitment to admit underprivileged students even if they cannot afford to pay tuition fees upfront. Unimas vice-chancellor Professor Datuk Dr Mohamad Kadim Suaidi stated that one of the university’s policies is allowing financially challenged students to register without paying fees at the
KUCHING: Universiti Malaysia Sarawak is in a good position to offer courses that would augment the state government’s efforts to bring about a skilled-driven economy. Deputy Minister of Women, Children and Community Welfare Development Datuk Mohammad Razi Sitam said since there is still a shortage of students entering the Technical
TRANSLATED BY ANNABELL NAJA TOMMY KABONG: A new mosque may soon be constructed in Kampung Sessang due to the deteriorating condition of the existing Masjid Ar-Rahman. Kabong assemblyman Mohd Chee Kadir, said that for the time being, residents are encouraged to use the Abdul Taib Mahmud Community Hall for prayers.
TRANSLATED BY ANNABELL NAJA TOMMY SIMANGGANG: Five smart traffic lights will be installed under the Sri Aman Divisional Development Agency (SADA) to improve safety and alleviate growing traffic congestion here. SADA chairman Datuk Seri Rohani Abdul Karim said about 15,000 vehicles pass through the town’s main road daily. The figure
TRANSLATED BY ANNABELL NAJA TOMMY SIMANGGANG: Deputy Minister for Education, Innovation and Talent Development, Datuk Francis Harden Hollis, highlighted the potential of youth in Sri Aman to excel in various sports. He cited inspirational athletes like bodybuilder Buda Anchah and Muay Thai fighter Daeloniel McDelon Bong, better known as Kilat
SARATOK: Kalaka assemblyman Mohamad Duri has urged the public to remove the stigma of solely relying on the Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) in the event of a fire. He stressed the importance of owning a fire extinguisher as a proactive measure. According to him, today’s society tends to think
DEBAK: The government is ready to assess appropriate assistance as an effort to support cooperative initiatives to develop abandoned land in Saribas. Deputy Minister for Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development, Datuk Mohammad Razi Sitam expressed his happiness with the desire of several local cooperatives who intend to expand the
DEBAK: With the monsoon season approaching, the Malaysian Civil Defense Force (MCDF) here is on high alert for possible flash floods, especially during high tides. Debak District MCDF Officer Lieutenant Nur Fikry Usop said that several villages face the threat of flash floods every year. Despite the government’s efforts in
SIMANGGANG: The Sri Aman House Gallery, officially opened on Oct 2, has begun welcoming visitors, both locally and from abroad. Its uniqueness and historical significance make it one of the tourism products in the area. The gallery commemorates the 50th anniversary of the Sri Aman Declaration between the Sarawak government
TRANSLATED BY ANNABELL NAJA TOMMY SARATOK: The Roban Festival is scheduled to take place from Nov 10 to 12, featuring 19 major events. Among the highlights will be the Jaguh Lumba Perau Sungai Seblak boat race and a tug-of-war on water. The iconic “Pansuh Tiga Serumpun” competition will also be
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