Rep allocates another RM200,000 to school
KUCHING: Kota Sentosa assemblyman Wilfred Yap will be allocating another RM200,000 to upgrade and repair the facilities of SMK DPHA Gapor, Jalan Stampin here. The rural transformation programme (RTP) fund was allocated during his visit to the school to identify a suitable site as well as to gather inputs and suggestions from the representatives of […]
RM100k allocated to repair SK Major General Datu Ibrahim hall
KUCHING: A sum of RM100,000 has been allocated to repair the hall of SK Major General Datu Ibrahim. Kota Sentosa assemblyman Wilfred Yap Yau Sin said this as he requested officers from the Public Works Department (JKR) to gather input and suggestions from the representatives of the school and to speed up the preparation of […]
Substantial budget for Sibu’s redevelopment
SIBU: Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg announced a significant allocation for the town’s development. The Premier said that while he is unable to disclose the exact amount at this stage due to ongoing planning, he assured that a substantial investment has been earmarked for Sibu. “I promise you; I’m committed to ensuring […]
Road to link Bandar Mutiara Tebedu to villages
SERIAN: An allocation of RM150 million has been approved to construct a new road from Kampung Temong to Kampung Sibakar in Tebedu. Tebedu Assemblyman Dr. Simon Sinang Bada said the project aims to connect Bandar Mutiara Tebedu to the surrounding villages. “After the construction is completed, it will provide an opportunity for land cultivation that […]
RM4 mil allocation to upgrade tourism infrastructure
KUCHING: About RM4 million is allocated to improve tourism infrastructure under the Sri Aman Development Agency (SADA). Deputy Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Datuk Snowdan Lawan said there are several places of attraction such as Wong Jaban, Wong Radak and Wong Telanjing waterfalls which have gained popularity among the local people as […]
Budget allocation wins praise from Premier
BINTULU: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg is pleased with Budget 2024’s allocation for Sarawak. While Sarawak had hoped for a larger sum, he acknowledged the budget’s constraints. “To me, the allocation for Sarawak is acceptable. What’s crucial is that Sarawak has a representative in the Inland Revenue Board (IRB). This is […]
East Malaysia’s allocation sees modest rise
KUCHING: Sabah and Sarawak’s allocation in Budget 2024 remains relatively small, despite a slight increase. Malaysian Academy of Science Fellow Datuk Dr. Madeline Berma noted that Sabah received RM6.6 billion, or 7.3 per cent of the total, while Sarawak was given RM5.8 billion, equivalent to 6.4 per cent. “The federal government had allocated RM12.4 billion […]
Research and AI to get substantial funding
KUCHING: The state government will give substantial allocation for research activities, including Artificial intelligence (AI) in Sarawak. Although Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg did not disclose the exact amount of the allocation, he assured that it will be included in the state’s next budget. “In the next budget, we will of […]
UNIFOR allocates RM320k to worship houses
MIRI: The Unit for Other Religions (UNIFOR) has allocated RM320,000 to two houses of worship here. Transport Minister Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin presented cheques to the Senadin Methodist Preaching Centre for RM200,000 and to the Tudan Methodist Church for RM120,000 recently. Lee said this allocation demonstrates Sarawak’s commitment to supporting various religious establishments in […]
River beautification project gets RM1 million allocation
PADAWAN: An allocation of RM1 million has been approved for a project to beautify the vicinity of Annah Rais River. Deputy Minister of Transport (Aviation and Road) Datuk Dr Jerip Susil said this is an effort to preserve the natural beauty and sustainability of the river. “The project will be implemented under the Greater Kuching […]
