Young entrepreneurs urged to take up financial assistance
KUCHING: More youth involvement in entrepreneurship will further empower Sarawak’s economy which is heading towards digitisation. Hence the reason why the state government is giving them the opportunity via the Youth Entrepreneur Setup (YES) and Financing Programme. “The main objective of this programme is to disseminate information regarding microfinance loan assistance programmes offered by Bank […]
Emulate successful entrepreneurs
KUCHING: Youth looking to venture into entrepreneurship need to look no further than Dr Ripin Lamat to convince themselves of the potential it offers. Youth, Sports, and Entrepreneur Development Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said Ripin, who is a deputy minister, is a good example of a successful entrepreneur. “Before he was in politics […]
Data on youth entrepreneurs
KUCHING: The Ministry of Youth, Sports, and Entrepreneur Development is currently gathering data on youth entrepreneurs in Sarawak. Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah stated that this is being done through various engagements such as the townhall session. “We are going to different districts and divisions for youth entrepreneur programmes where we would gather […]
SEDC, Bank Rakyat to jointly promote entrepreneurship
KUCHING: Sarawak Economic Development Corporation (SEDC) and Bank Kerjasama Rakyat Malaysia Berhad (Bank Rakyat) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on Friday (Jan 28) to promote entrepreneur development programmes in the state. The programme will include joint promotions, development, enhancement, and capacity building among local entrepreneurs. The signing at Wisma Bapa Malaysia was witnessed by […]
Centex webinar benefits aspiring entrepreneurs
KUCHING: The key to success in the beauty and health industry is knowledge, skill and authentication, said Zunainah Zaini, owner of Putri Sejinjang Spa. “Once you have the knowledge and experience, it is important to acquire the Malaysian skill certification (SKM). With sound knowledge and accredited certification, it will smoothen the process of starting your […]
Entrepreneurs hone skills through certification courses
KUCHING: Many women in the Demak Laut constituency have successfully become entrepreneurs after undergoing certification courses to hone their entrepreneurial skills. Demak Laut assemblyman Dr Hazland Abang Hipni said the courses included skillsets in frozen foods, sweets, and personal grooming. It is open to all residents of the 28 villages in Demak Laut. “Each participant […]
Pos Malaysia moves with the times
BY SOON LI WEI Postal service steps up on entrepreneurship programme to meet e-commerce demand Pos Malaysia Bhd is offering its employees new income-generating opportunities to earn a better living. This is being done through the company’s Entrepreneurship Programme (EP) which allows their delivery personnel to become their business partners in the last-mile delivery of […]
Uplift each other, Bidayuh told
PADAWAN: The Bidayuh are told to support and uplift one another when venturing into entrepreneurship. Mambong assemblyman Datuk Dr Jerip Susil pointed out that those involved in entrepreneurship tend to develop a habit of unhealthy competitiveness. He advised Bidayuh entrepreneurs to refrain from practicing the toxic habit and reminded that wealth can be shared through […]
Business mentorship programme helps improve women’s entrepreneurship skills
KUCHING: There is a need for business mentorship programmes such as the Wanita Empowered (WE) Business Mentorship Programme to be organised to assist women, especially those in rural areas, to improve their entrepreneurship skills. Women Entrepreneurs and Professionals Association Sarawak (WEPS) president Serawa Budol said that many women entrepreneurs in particular faced challenges in carrying […]
Six social enterprises join programme
KUCHING: Tabung Ekonomi Gagasan Anak Sarawak (Tegas) welcomed six social enterprises to its first batch of Social Impact Accelerator (SIA). It is a six-month programme which aims to accelerate the growth of Sarawak-based, early-stage social enterprises (SE) in order to effectively deliver good to great impact for Sarawak and beyond. The accelerator programme is organised […]
