Sagah urges more innovation competitions to foster student creativity

SIBU: There is a need for more innovation competitions as a means to cultivate creativity among students. According to Education, Innovation and Talent Development Minister Datuk Seri Roland Sagah Wee Inn, this aligns with the government’s objective of nurturing a culture of innovation, especially among the younger generation. “I believe that through innovation competitions like […]

Potentially mesmerising Bidayuh Mystique Fest

KUCHING: The three-day Bidayuh Mystique Festival will commence this Friday (July 29) starting with Bidayuh traditional dance competition to get the ball rolling. Organised by the Segu Bunuk Penrissen Association (PSBP) the event will be held at the Parish Hall of St Paul Bunuk Church, Jalan Borneo Heights. For the first night, Deputy Minister of […]

Kapit celebrates National Sports Day

KAPIT: Bukit Goram assemblyman Jefferson Jamit Unyat yesterday (Oct 10) presented awards to the winners of various competitions held in conjunction with the National Sports Day celebration here. Kumpulan Gelima 79 took home RM200 in cash and trophies from the RC Mini Powerboat Race competition held by Wira Kapit Recreational Sports Club in partnership with […]

Al-Quran Tilawah and Hafazan competitions make comeback

KUCHING: The Al-Quran Tilawah (recital) and Hafazan (memorisation) Sarawak-level competition is scheduled to take place from April 17 to 19 (5 to 7 Ramadan 1442H) after its absence last year. “This year’s theme is Ummah Rabbani Negara Harmoni which is the same as the previous year before the Covid-19 pandemic happened. It will take place […]

Monetising heritage cuisine to drive economy

GEDONG: Heritage cuisine competitions such as the Batang Sadong Heritage Cuisine Competition do not just highlight the talents of participants but also identify new products which can bring economic value to residents in the area. Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri emphasised that monetising heritage cuisine could boost economic activities in an […]

Pustaka organises Sarawak Day competitions

KUCHING: Pustaka Negeri Sarawak is organising a short smartphone video competition, a sketches competition, and a historical research writing competition in conjunction with Sarawak Day 2020 celebration. The theme of the competitions which will be from July 26 until Aug 23 this year is ‘Sarawak Excellence 2020’ (Sarawak Cemerlang 2020). For the short video competition, […]

Pustaka organises three competitions

SARAWAK DAY 2020 ACTIVITIES KUCHING: In connection with Sarawak Day 2020, the Sarawak State Library (Pustaka) is organising three competitions which are open to the public for free. The three competitions are the ‘Sarawak Cemerlang 2020 Short Video Competition’ (Smartphone), ‘Sarawak Day Sketches Competition’ themed Sarawak Cemerlang, and ‘Historical Research Writing Competition’. With regard to […]

AFC competitions scheduled till June postponed

KUALA LUMPUR: Regional level football is not going to see a return for at least another two months, as the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has decided to postpone all matches and competitions scheduled to take place in May and June until further notice. It is due to the continued preventive measures and travel restrictions put in place by […]

No track & field competitions till green light from health authorities

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Athletics Federation (MAF) is not going to jeopardise the safety and well-being of its athletes by organising any competitions before the Covid-19 pandemic fully settles down. As much as the athletes and officials want to get back in action in the wake of the movement control order (MCO) to contain the pandemic, which […]