Preserving an indigenous treasure – the Oroo’ language
By Dr Tariq Zaman, Ph.D The Oroo’ language, an invaluable cultural treasure passed down through generations among the Penan people in Sarawak’s dense jungles, faces a dire risk of fading into obscurity amid the digital age and changing lifestyles. In this article, we delve into the ongoing efforts to digitise and preserve this unique indigenous […]
Ethnic groups no longer referred to as ‘others’
BETONG: The gazetting of the Constitution (Amendment) Act 2022 [Act A1642] especially involving clauses (6) and (7) of Article 161A of the Federal Constitution is very important so that Sarawak ethnic groups will no longer be referred to as ‘others’. Betong MP Datuk Robert Lawson Chuat described the amendment to the term ‘indigenous’ under Article […]
SBC inks sharing agreement with locals
BY SITI NURAIN RATANI PADAWAN: The Sarawak Biodiversity Centre (SBC) signed a Benefit Sharing Agreement (BSA) with two indigenous communities today. The indigenous communities comprise the Bidayuhs from Kampung Semadang, Penrissen and Ibans from Simon Longhouse, Lubok Antu. SBC chairman Datuk Amar Jaul Samion said the agreement was crucial in cultivating the spirit of shared […]
