Segulai Sejalai: Slogan aligns with PM’s efforts to unify Malaysians
During the Gawai Dayak celebration in Kuching on June 7, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced the adoption of the Iban phrase ‘Segulai Sejalai’ as the national unity slogan. The phrase, which means ‘Together in Unity’, carries a deep meaning and resonates with the spirit of unity and cooperation. “I am attracted to this […]
For completeness and correctness: “Selamat Hari Gawai Dayak” for greeting on June 1
KUCHING: There are various types of Gawai celebrations, and on June 1, which is the official Gawai Dayak day, it is appropriate and correct to greet friends and relatives with “Selamat Hari Gawai Dayak” rather than just “Selamat Gawai.” According to the Chairman of Bung Bratak Heritage Association (BBHA), Datuk Peter Minos, the Bidayuhs used […]
Foundation calls June 1 as Gawai Dayak
KUCHING: The Tun Jugah Foundation has suggested that June 1 should be called Gawai Dayak, according to a recent statement. This comes after conflicting opinions from Minister in the Premier’s Department Datuk John Sikie Tayai and president of the Sarawak Dayak Iban Association (Sadia) Sidi Munan, regarding the term “Gawai.” The foundation explained that using […]
Henry fetes Gawai guests at open house
BAU: Datuk Henry Harry Jinep and family welcomed guests, well-wishers and constituents to the closing of Gawai celebration at his open house event at Dewan Sri Singai, Kampung Sudoh here today. Henry, who is Deputy Minister of Transport and Tasik Biru assemblyman, said he organised the event as June 30 is the last day of […]
Gawai Dayak 2023 highlights
BY AWANG MUHAMMAD SYAHMI & ELLISIA TINGASS KUCHING: Hundreds of visitors flocked to the Iban Ethnic Arts Night 2023 on the sixth day of the Gawai Dayak 2023 celebration. Minister in the Premier’s Department, Datuk John Sikie Tayai, who officiate at the ceremony, expressed his satisfaction having observed that many people came to watch the […]
Deputy minister supports move to include Gawai Bazaar in tourism calendar
KUCHING: The proposal to add the Gawai Bazaar to the tourism calendar has received the support of Martin Ben, the Deputy Minister for Food Industry, Commodity and Regional Development. He noted that this year’s Gawai celebration was much bigger and livelier than ever and hoped next year’s celebration would be grander. “Deputy Premier Datuk Amar […]
Viviene Voon wins Kumang Gawai 2023
GEDONG: Viviene Voon was crowned as the Kumang Gawai 2023 in a beauty pageant held during the Gedong District Gawai Day 2023 celebration. The event took place on Saturday evening (June 18). Voon received a cash prize of RM1,500, along with a trophy and a certificate for her achievement. Merryssa Nightangle Guang secured the second […]
3,000 participants to join Niti Daun Parade on Saturday
KUCHING: A total of 3,000 people will participate in the Niti Daun Parade in conjunction with the Sarawak 60 Years of Independence and Gawai Dayak 2023 on Saturday (June 17). There will be 91 contingents taking part in the parade including associations from the Dayak communities, cultural groups as well as the Malaysia Armed Forces […]
Bukit Semuja rep: Be proud to be a Bidayuh
KUCHING: The Bidayuh culture during Gawai 2023 has not only captured the attention of locals but also attracted interest from individuals outside the community. According to Bukit Semuja assemblyman John Ilus, the black and red costumes were becoming more popular among both young and old attendees. He said that those from beyond the Bidayuh and Dayak communities, […]
Thousands join Gawai Dayak parade in Betong
BETONG: Nearly 2,000 participants comprising cultural troupes of various contingents and the general public adorned in their respective ethnic traditional attire took part in the Betong Division-level Gawai Parade here this morning. The parade started at the Betong Sports Complex at around 7.45am and will continue to proceed to the town area of Betong. The […]
