Merriest Gawai Dayak this year?
‘Gawai Dayak has grown beyond a mere harvest celebration. It has evolved into a force of unity and a symbol of Dayak aspiration and hope in a harmonious and free Sarawak.’ – Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg, Sarawak Premier. DEAR friends, are you counting the days to Gawai Dayak? I don’t blame you if […]
Housing among benefits of Sibu urban renewal plan for Dayak
SIBU: The Sibu urban renewal plan is expected to benefit the Dayak community here in terms of affordable housing, community halls, and so on, said Sarawak Dayak National Union (SDNU) Sibu branch chairman Chambai Lindong. According to him, the development plan will also encompass the Dayak community, as they have been working together with other communities to help […]
Keep fostering unity, helping community, Dayak bodies told
SIBU: The Sarawak Dayak National Union (SDNU) has been doing an excellent job in safeguarding the welfare of the Dayak community, particularly those living in urban areas. According to the Minister of National Unity Datuk Aaron Ago Dagang, SDNU, along with Sarakup Indu Dayak Sarawak (SIDS), have been actively committed to assisting the Dayak community. “Sibu SDNU […]
Maintain unity to attain developed state status
KUCHING: The Dayak community must continue to unite in efforts to achieve unity and help Sarawak attain the status of a developed state by 2030, said Minister of Modernisation, Agriculture and Regional Development Datuk Seri Dr Stephen Rundi Utom. At the same time, he stressed the importance of Dayak women empowering themselves in areas such […]
Dayak planters urge review of recognition of oil palm smallholders
KUALA LUMPUR: The European Union (EU) has apparently failed to understand the processes involved in the Malaysian palm oil supply chain and it has refused to recognise the existence of smallholders in the entire supply chain, said Sarawak Dayak Oil Palm Planters Association (Doppa). Its president Napolean R. Ningkos said failing to recognise the existence […]
Ex-Sri Aman MP joins Parti Bangsa Malaysia
KUCHING: Former Sri Aman MP Datuk Masir Kujat has applied to join Parti Bangsa Malaysia (PBM). This was revealed by the party president Datuk Larry Sng in his Facebook posting, today (Feb 12). “Datuk Masir Kujat and several Dayak professionals have applied to join PBM. “He (Masir) was also appointed secretary-general of the party at […]
Speak up, govt listening to Dayak concerns
KUCHING: The Dayak community has been assured that the state government is listening to their concerns particularly issues that affect them. But Food Industries, Commodities and Regional Development Minister Datuk Seri Dr Stephen Rundi Utom said the community must speak up and provide suggestions as well as solutions to the government. “If you see something […]
More Dayaks encouraged in forming enterprises
KOTA SAMARAHAN: Chairman of the Kota Samarahan Municipal Council (MPKS), Datuk Peter Minos, is encouraging more Dayaks to establish enterprises other than food and beverages in Kota Samarahan. Despite the hurdles ahead, he urged Dayak entrepreneurs to remain determined and ambitious in their careers. “Many of the large and successful Chinese business groups began small […]
Supportive environment for more women to win in elections
KUCHING: Sarawak needs a supportive environment and male allies to encourage more Dayak women to stand and win in elections. The Dayak Woman founder Venessa Sambai Usek said the traditional gender roles and adequate resources as well influence were among the two main challenges for Dayak women to win elections in Malaysia. “Moreover, we see […]
A modern twist of Ayam Pansuh at La Promenade Mall
KUCHING: The traditional ‘ayam pansuh’ dish or chicken that is often prepared and cooked in bamboo, is synonymous among the Dayak community in Sarawak especially the Iban, Bidayuh and Orang Ulu. But, have you heard of the ‘ayam pansuh’ being grilled or barbecued? Yes, at Hock Seng Lee La Promenade Mall’s Oktoberfest, one can find […]
