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Ministry supports kidney patients via fund allocations

LAWAS: The Ministry of Women, Early Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development is committed to consistently assisting kidney patients in need of hemodialysis treatment. Its minister, Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah said that previously she presented a proposal to the cabinet for an allocation to support kidney patients in undergoing hemodialysis, as the costs of kidney dialysis […]

Rural folk to benefit from mainstream devt

DALAT: The State government will ensure that rural folks will not be left out from benefiting from the developments in their areas. Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development (KPWK) Minister Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah pointed out that development projects such as roads would definitely ease communication in the rural areas. “There will be a road […]

Minister’s visit brings ray of hope for unsung hero and burn victim

Minister for Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development, Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah’s recent visit to the home of Mohamad Syafiq Ali Hanaffiah has sparked a renewed sense of hope within the burn victim. On Dec 29, 2023, Fatimah embarked on a mission to understand the intricate needs of Syafiq, a young man grappling with the […]

New roads for community wellbeing

DALAT: The Sarawak government is dedicated to ensuring that rural communities are not left behind in the state’s development journey. Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development Minister Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah highlighted the importance of road infrastructure in achieving this goal. “There are roads that will connect Dalat to Sibu including Dalat Kut Road, Kut […]

School upgrading projects require ministry’s nod

DALAT: The Parent and Teacher Associations (PTA) are asked to make a letter of application to the federal Ministry of Education (MOE) before implementing a project in the school involved. Minister of Women, Early Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah said although it takes a long time, it needs to be done. […]

Fatimah: Collaborative efforts needed to address complex social issues

SIBU: Social issues and problems are too complex to be addressed in silos.In this regard, Minister for Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development (KPWK), Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah pointed out that integrated, collaborative and holistic approaches are required from all walks of life.“Be it government agencies, private and commercial organisations, non-governmental organisations (NGOs), and philanthropists. […]

Youth council plan to achieve Unicef recognition

KUCHING: A youth council will be set up as part of efforts to attain Unicef-recognised child-friendly and age-friendly city status. Women, Early Childhood and Community Well-being Development Minister Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah said the ministry is working together with the local district education office to identify potential youth to form a council consisting of Sarawakians. […]

Salvation Army gets new home

KOTA SAMARAHAN: The Salvation Army Community Complex will provide for ample space for children to play and grow besides enabling the holding of more community programmes. Minister of Women, Early Childhood and Community Well-being Development, Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah said the new complex which occupies 7.5 acres with a 60-year lease will house the organisation’s […]

Ministers discuss state currency idea

KUCHING: The idea of having our own state currency requires a comprehensive study before any decisions can be made. Women, Childhood, and Community Wellbeing Development Minister Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah said the government needs to concentrate on making Malaysia’s economy better. She highlighted the importance of identifying effective methods to boost revenue, foster a conducive […]

More safe places needed to curb baby dumping issue

KUCHING: Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah has highlighted the importance of having more safe places like the baby hatch for women to go, especially when they have the urge to baby dump. The Minister of Women, Early Childhood, and Community Wellbeing Development stressed the significance of teenage mothers having a safe place that enables them to reach […]