RM353 mln for numerous development projects in Kapit
KAPIT: The Sarawak government today has approved a sum of RM353 million to implement various development projects in the division. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said one of the development projects is to alleviate traffic congestion in Kapit. “We notice that Kapit is rapidly developing following the completion of roads, and […]
Agong birthday sparks excitement in host Kapit
KAPIT: People here are thrilled that Kapit has been selected to host the State-level official birthday celebration of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong this year. Kampung Data Layang chief in Belaga, Awing Igo expressed his gratitude for the honour given to Kapit. “We as locals should be proud of the honour given to Kapit in organising […]
Birthday celebration to showcase unique Kapit
KAPIT: The State-level birthday celebration of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong is finally held physically here after a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Kapit Division has been selected as the host for this year’s celebration where several programmes will be held from June 5 to 6. According to Sarawak Public Communication Unit (UKAS), the […]
Gawai queen crown goes to longhouse lass
KAPIT: Vanessa Teresa emerged as the champion of Kumang Gawai Kapit last Sunday (May 22). The 18-year-old lass from Laso longhouse, Nanga Entawau defeated nine other contestants. She took home RM2,500 plus a 42-inche television, beauty vouchers, a trophy and a hamper. The Lulong name and Selinggar Matahari were won by Clara Presila Moses and […]
Family mart gives Kapit residents more options
KAPIT: A new Family Supermarket has opened to give more options on daily necessities to residents here. Its opening was officiated at by the Minister of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs, Datuk Sri Alexander Nanta Linggi today. “The Family Supermarket offers Kapit residents the option to get a variety of daily necessities at affordable and […]
Keluarga Malaysia Sales in Kapit on May 21-22
KAPIT: The Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs (KPDNHEP) will be organising the Keluarga Malaysia Sales Programme on May 21 and 22 at the Kapit Civic Centre car park. The Keluarga Malaysia Sales Programme (PJKM) is one of KPDNHEP’s initiatives aimed at alleviating the cost of living of the people. According to a Sarawak […]
Satellite town proposed to ease congestion
KAPIT: A host of problems have emerged here following the completion of a new road which, ironically, provides better connectivity. Chief among them is the growing congestion in the town and a pressing need for a bus terminal to handle the increase in bus services. State Transport Minister Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin, who is […]
Kapit sets up digital database
KAPIT: The Kapit Divisional Digital Database (KDDD) which was set up by the Kapit Division administration team is like a bank that stores data, information, and profiles of the Kapit Division, said State Secretary, Datuk Amar Jaul Samion. He gave the explanation at the launching of the KDDD according to the Sarawak Public Communication Unit […]
18 items under price control scheme
KAPIT: A total of 18 items will come under the Maximum Price Scheme for the Festive Season ahead of the Hari Raya celebrationDomestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Ministry branch head here, Englebert Inggath Desmond Japar, said the scheme will be enforced for 11 days from April 26 to May 6. According to him, the maximum […]
Woman loses RM3,700 in love scam
KAPIT: A woman who befriended a so-called civil engineer was left RM3,700 poorer after she fell prey to a love scam syndicate recently. District police chief DSP Freddy Bian in a statement, said the incident happened on Apr 16 after the 31-year-old victim had met a man on social media. “After that, the victim got […]
