Development projects to advance Paloh, Kedang and Berangan
PALOH: Paloh, Kedang and Berangan in the Semop state constituency and the Tanjong Manis parliamentary constituency will continue to be developed to ensure progress in rural areas. According to Deputy Minister in the Sarawak Premier’s Department (Corporate Affairs, Information and UKAS), Datuk Abdullah Saidol, several projects under the Rural Transformation Programme (RTP) would be implemented […]
65 pct of budget allocated for rural devt
SELANGAU: The Sarawak government has allocated a total of 65 per cent of the 2024 State Budget for the development of rural areas. Minister in the Premier’s Department Datuk Seri John Sikie Tayai said that the focus in the budget is not only on basic needs such as roads, electricity, and water supply but also […]
Budget expected to focus on Sarawak’s devt
BY SITI NURAIN RATANI KUCHING: The 2023 Budget scheduled to be presented on February 24 is expected to focus on the development of Sarawak and Sabah, especially in rural areas. Simunjan assemblyman Awla Dris said that such a matter should be given prominence in Sarawak as some areas in the rural parts are still underdeveloped. […]
SMA presses for ATM facilities in rural areas
MIRI: ATM facilities are badly needed in rural places and the Sarawak Multimedia Authority (SMA) drove the point home during a meeting with Mulu assemblyman Datuk Gerawat Gala on Saturday (Feb 11). SMA general Manager Tan Seri Dr Zaidi Razak called for the prompt installation of such facilities for the convenience of rural residents. The […]
GPS may spring surprise in urban seats, says political observer
KUCHING: Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) does not face any problem in winning seats in rural areas, and may even surprise by winning some urban seats previously held by Democratic Action Party (DAP). Assistant vice-chancellor (leadership and development) of Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (Unimas), Professor Datuk Mohd Fadzil Abdul Rahman said GPS was a very strong coalition […]
Six Urda projects completed, 25 still in process
KAPIT: A total of 42 projects under the Ulu Rajang Development Agency (Urda) are being implemented to develop rural areas. Urda chairman Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi said six projects had been completed while 25 projects are still in the process and another 11 are still in the planning stage. “The Sarawak government allocated RM1.5bil […]
Better Internet access close to becoming reality
KUCHING: Sarawak is expected to see improved Internet access, especially in rural areas. This follows the launch of the Batam Sarawak Internet Cable System (BaSICS) and Tier IV Data Centre. BaSICS, privately developed by Kuching-based telecommunication company irix’s, is a submarine cable system that stretches 700km linking Batam in Indonesia with Sarawak, and landing at […]
Solar hybrid project for rural schools must go on
KUCHING: The solar hybrid project for rural schools in Sarawak should continue, said Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Minister Datuk Sri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah. “The original purpose of the project was to supply light and electricity to schools in the interior. “It will not be good if the project which is meant to […]
State sets target of 7,000 telco towers
KAPIT: Sarawak is targeting 7,000 telecommunications towers to be built in populated areas of the state. Utilities and Telecommunications Minister Datuk Julaihi Narawi said the government is very proactive in the implementation of this project to ensure the needs of the people are prioritised. “We already have a clear agenda … we don’t want any […]
I’m here to stay, says PSB veep
KUCHING: Engkilili assemblyman Dr Johnical Rayong Ngipa has shot down speculation that he is leaving Parti Sarawak Bersatu (PSB), categorically stating that there is no truth to such talk. “I’m one of the founding members of PSB and have been a staunch supporter of the party from its inception,” he said, adding; “I was instrumental […]
