Author: Goh Pei Pei

Farming indoors for a bountiful yield

WHEN Kelvin Teo decided to set up a small vertical farm in his apartment room about five years ago, some joked about it, saying it was a silly idea. They were wondering why someone would venture into indoor farming, growing greens using LED lights,  especially in Sarawak, where there is

Government ensures minimum wage while promoting progress pay

KUCHING: The government has made clear that the RM1,500 minimum wage will remain despite the introduction of the new proposed progressive wage. Human Resources Minister V. Sivakumar said that the minimum wage will serve as the foundation of the wage structure, ensuring a fair outcome for everyone involved. “Even with

Talks continuing on labour law amendments

KUCHING: The Human Resources Ministry is in the midst of discussion with the Sarawak government regarding amendments to the Sarawak Labour Ordinance to be consistent with the Employment Act 1955 (Amendment) 2022. Its Minister V. Sivakumar said there were several matters and issues needed to be ironed out before a

Energy to be mainstay of state’s economy

LONDON: Sarawak’s focus on green and renewable energy would make the energy sector the mainstay of the state’s economy by 2030 and beyond. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the development of all other sectors was consequent upon the growth of the energy industry. He said this during

Eat for a Purpose in aid of sick children

KUCHING: The Society for Critically Sick Children (S.O.S Kids) will be hosting a private fundraising event to celebrate its incredible 10-year journey of helping critically sick children and their families to cope with their illness and creating awareness among the public. Themed “Eat for a Purpose”, the exclusive event will

“Eat for a Purpose” event in aid of sick children

KUCHING: The Society for Critically Sick Children (S.O.S Kids) will be hosting a private fundraising event to celebrate its incredible 10-year journey of helping critically sick children and their families to cope with their illness and creating awareness among the public. Themed “Eat for a Purpose”, the exclusive event will

Turning gaming hobby into a career in e-sports

KUCHING: Kelvin Unting who began gaming when he was 14 years old has never thought of starting his career by coaching others on how to play video games competitively. He was merely playing for fun, mostly with friends after school without any serious efforts. Speaking to New Sarawak Tribune recently,

Power theft: SEB nabs cryptocurrency mining operator

KUCHING: More than 20 cases of electricity theft have been discovered this year, 12 of which have been brought to court.Sarawak Energy Berhad said most recently, a cryptocurrency mining operator in Pujut, Miri was caught stealing electricity.Sarawak Energy’s utility arm Syarikat Sesco Berhad and the Ministry of Utility and Telecommunication

STIDC awarded BrandLaureate Best Brand for Sustainable Forest Management category 

KUCHING: The Sarawak Timber Industry Development Corporation (STIDC) adds another feather to their cap after accepting the prestigious award at BrandLaureate Best Brand for 2022-2023 in the Nation Pride category for Sustainable Forest Management in Kuala Lumpur on Aug 16. STIDC general manager Zainal Abidin Abdullah said the award was a

Propelling Sarawak’s e-sports to greater heights

It is not just about gaming; e-sports is now a booming industry, creating promising careers and potential businesses   KUCHING: Electronic sports or e-sports has grown into a multimillion dollar industry in recent years; creating career opportunities, such as professional players, coaches, team managers, referees, game designers, media and writers,