DBKU to expand neighbourly initiative
KUCHING: The Kuching North City Commission (DBKU) will expand its Friendly Neighbourhood (KJM) initiative into areas with significant Chinese community presence, as part of its efforts to foster inclusivity through community and social programmes. Mayor Hilmy Othman said that the expansion would include Sungai Maong and Old Kuching Town, which will launched coinciding with the […]
Selangau folks gain various knowledges from community programme
SELANGAU: The Let’s Do It Right Smart Community 2023 programme organised by the Sibu Rural District Council (SRDC) was well-received by the villagers here. The programme was undertaken in efforts to empower the local community, particularly in the Sungai Bawang, Sungai Kemena, and Sungai Tau areas. Senator Datuk Dr Nuing Jeluing stated that various lectures and service counters […]
Longhouse folk get lessons on finance, sustainability
SRI AMAN: A community programme recently was held at Rumah Panjang Selepong Lop. It focused on helping local communities to manage daily expenses and savings through proper financial and accounting strategies. Programme leader and Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) economist Jerome Kueh emphasised the importance of financial and environmental literacy for sustainable communities. “Empowering financial and […]
Strong ties crucial between DBKU and community: Fazzrudin
KUCHING: It is important that the local council forms a strong relationship with the community under its jurisdiction, said Tupong assemblyman Fazzrudin Abdul Rahman. He said in the case of the Kuching North City Hall (DBKU) and the community, it has allowed for smooth implementation and delivery of projects on the ground. “This is because, […]
Rep joins residents in inclusivity programme
BY JAMES WONG KUCHING: Tupong assemblyman Fazzrudin Abdul Rahman joined residents in the inclusivity programme organised by the Kuching North City Commission (DBKU). The programme with the community, which was attended by nearly 50 residents from Sri Wangi Flat, Tupong area as well as DBKU staff, was held at the Sri Wangi Flat here on […]
Collab inked to set up bamboo plantation
KUCHING: Sarawak Timber Industry Development Corporation (STIDC) and Pertama Ferroalloys Sdn Bhd have inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a bamboo plantation and community programmes in the state. According to a statement issued today, with the MoU, the two parties intended to establish a technical team to look into establishing a bamboo plantation […]
Students put theory to practice and repair houses
KUCHING: Seventeen houses of e-kasih aid recipients in the Sekambal Lundu village have been repaired by TVET students doing community work. The programme organised by Kuching Sarawak Polytechnic (PKS) together with the Ministry of Education, Innovation and Talent Development Sarawak (MEITD) in collaboration with Lundu District Office involved 30 students from the PKS Civil Engineering […]
Harden: SUPP welcomes participation of youths in politics
SIMANGGANG: Youths who strive to create a legacy and support the struggles of Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) should be given recognition, says Datuk Francis Harden Hollis. “SUPP is a party that strives for development, the wellbeing of the people and prioritises education. “I am proud that the young people here have the passion and […]
Welfare bodies benefit from MagnumCares RM3k cash aid
KUCHING: Thirty-five welfare and charitable homes throughout the state received RM3,000 each under the MagnumCares angpow distribution community programme. Magnum regional operations manager Liew Kee Chuan said the programme benefited needy senior citizens and orphans in Sarawak. “It has always been our mission under MagnumCares to fight for the communities with great empathy, acceptance, and […]
JaPen conducts two-day community programme
KUCHING: The Kuching District Information Department (JaPen) recently conducted the Sepakat@Komuniti programme for two days to disseminate information to members of the public. It said the programme was conducted at five locations here — 10th Mile Kota Padawan Market, Everwin Batu Kawah, Moyan Square, Kampung Tengah Sungai and Aeroville. “We should follow what have been […]
