Ministry provides financial assistance to PAWE
KUCHING: The Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development (KPWKM) is encouraging the establishment of Senior Citizens Activity Centres (PAWE) in Sarawak. Its minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri said in Sarawak there are only 13 activity centres for the elderly and that the number is inadequate to accommodate the elderly here. “So, we encourage the […]
Residents gather for Premier’s iftar visit
GEDONG: Despite the intense heat, Gedong residents, from all ages and backgrounds, eagerly anticipated the arrival of Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. The Premier was scheduled to join the community here for the breaking-of-fast at Al Kawthar Gedong Mosque today (April 6). Upon his arrival at around 6 pm, Abang Johari […]
Fire victims receive financial assistance
KUCHING: In response to the fire on March 8, which destroyed five shoplots and a vehicle at Jalan Ewe Hai, near Carpenter Street, the Bandar Kuching Service Centre has allocated RM 59,800 for the 15 fire victims. Bandar Kuching MP Dr Kelvin Yii said that the beneficiaries include building owners, business and residential tenants, as […]
Mambong service centre championing empathy
SIBURAN: Mambong assemblyman Datuk Dr. Jerip Susil graciously handed over a financial assistance today to the owner of a fabric shophouse at Mile 17 Jalan Kuching-Serian which was ravaged by fire yesterday. Jerip made a visit to the fire victim shophouse, Chong Vui Miau to assess the extent of the damage and offer support in […]
Satok rep pledges RM50,000 to SJK Chung Hua No. 4
KUCHING: Satok assemblyman Datuk Ibrahim Baki has pledged RM50,000 to repair SJK Chung Hua No. 4’s smart school facilities after they were damaged by a thunderstorm recently. “I hope the financial assistance will enable students to study and work hard, and ensure that Sarawak will be an advanced state in the future,” he said. Ibrahim […]
Three charitable organisations receive RM10,000 each
KUCHING: Vivacity Megamall continues to give back to the society by presenting financial assistance of RM10,000 each to three charitable organisations. Sarawak Hun Nam Siang Tng, The Committee of Management of Kuching Chung Hua Primary School No 1 to 6, and Chung Hua Middle School (CHMS) Education Foundation received the mock cheque from Coramax Mall […]
Be aware of opportunities to venture into business, women told
KUCHING: Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas has called on women wanting to venture into business to know and study the various opportunities, potentials, programmes, and assistance available. He said government departments and agencies offered many programmes, including training and guidance as well as financial assistance. Uggah said this when officiating at a skill and entrepreneurship programme, […]
Association urged to help Lawas youngsters in state’s capital
KUCHING: Persatuan Anak Jati Lawas (JATI) has been called upon to fulfil its responsibility by providing assistance to Lawas youngsters who travelled to the state’s capital for medical or educational purposes. According to Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan, the assistance (which could be in terms of welfare, advice, guidance, and others) would help […]
Tabung Baitulmal Sarawak spent RM30.18mil to help needy students
MIRI: Last year, Tabung Baitulmal Sarawak (TBS) spent some RM30.18mil, helping students from low income groups. TBS general manager Datu Abang Mohd Shibli Abang Mohd Nailie said assistance was given to students to help them during their first month in the institutions of higher learning upon receiving their offer letter. A total of 16,920 students […]
Kpg Sg Alo fire victims get RM5,112 donation
MUKAH: Kampung Sungai Alo fire victims received a donation of RM5,112 from the Setia Raja Mosque through its Tabung Seruan Bantuan Kebakaran yesterday (March 3). The victims also received basic necessities in addition to financial assistance. Also distributed at the event was a contribution from Datuk Hanifah Hajar Taib, Deputy Minister of Economy, and Mukah […]
