Afternoon fire renders family of four homeless
MUKAH: A family of four in Kampung Penakup Tengah Hilir here, found themselves homeless today (Apr 4) following a devastating blaze that engulfed their home. The incident, which occurred at 12.52 pm, fortunately resulted in no injuries or casualties as the family successfully evacuated to safety. A spokesman for the Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) […]
RM15m to set up eco park in Mukah
MUKAH: Plans are underway to introduce an eco park here with RM15 million allocated for the purpose, approved by the Rajang Delta Development Agency (RADDA). Balingian assemblyman Abdul Yakub Arbi said the proposal will be a boon to the tourism potential of the area, attracting both domestic and international tourists. “With this project, it (the […]
Mukah CNY festival this Saturday
MUKAH: A Chinese New Year festival will be held here at Dataran Pehin Setia Raja this Saturday. Mukah district administrative officer Nolin Gendang said the programme will feature various activities aimed to bring together residents of Mukah and also from surrounding areas. “These include Lion Dance performances, Dragon Dance, singing, dancing, the Miss Cheongsam competition, […]
Kaul Festival takes place from April 22 to 28
MUKAH: The Melanau community’s iconic event, the Mukah Kaul Festival, this year will take place from April 22 to 28. Meanwhile, Serahang Kakan Kaul will be held on April 20. According to Balingian assemblyman, Abdul Yakub Arbi, who is also chairman of Mukah Melanau Association, the date has been agreed by the Federation of Sarawak […]
The ‘awakening’ of six lions
MUKAH: The Tua Pek Kong Mukah Temple here has witnessed the ‘awakening’ of six lions. This was followed when the lion’s eyes are dotted during the Lion’s Eye-Dotting Ceremony at the temple today (Jan 27). Mukah Dragon, Lion, and Wushu Association chairman Ho Ing Siong mentioned that the eye dotting ceremony is often held annually, […]
Mandatory licensing for commercial ice factories
MUKAH: All ice factories engaged in commercial ice production are required to obtain an ice licence from the Ministry of Health Malaysia (MOH). This regulation is based on Section 394A(4) of the Food Regulations of 1985.Premises involved in ice processing are also subject to specific provisions under the Food Hygiene Regulations 2009, including the implementation […]
19 football teams compete in round cup
OYA: There are 19 teams around the Mukah division participating in the YB Dato Sri Hajah Fatimah Abdullah (YBDSHFA) 9-a-side Football Competition Round Cup held at the Dalat and Mukah District Council Field (MDDM) Oya here. According to the Minister of Women, Early Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah, the organisation of […]
MP presents donations to fire victims
MUKAH: Mukah Member of Parliament Datuk Hanifah Hajar Taib has presented a sum of RM5,000 in cash donations to the villagers who were affected by the fire at Kampung Sesok Lama. She was represented by the Mukah Service Centre officer to hand over the donation to house owner Tambi Silu and family. The fire involved […]
Mukah fishermen brave rainy season to secure livelihoods
MUKAH: Despite the rainy season, fishermen continue to seek their livelihoods at sea. They do not consider rain as a challenge to obtaining fresh seafood for sale to the Mukah residents. A survey at the Mukah Wet Market fish unloading area found that many fishermen are venturing out to sea due to favourable weather conditions. […]
Early environmental education for sustainable practices
MUKAH: Acting Mukah District officer Peleadzman Ahip has stressed the importance of fostering environmental education and awareness from a young age within the community to ensure the sustainability of the environment. He pointed out the need for collaboration among the Natural Resources and Environment Board (NREB), the Environment Department, and the District Education Office. “There […]
