Sarawak’s OBYU Foundation donates RM1.6 mill to Perbadanan Wakaf Selangor
SHAH ALAM: The OBYU Foundation recently present its contribution of RM1,600,928 million to Perbadanan Wakaf Selangor for the development of a new mosque at Eco Ardence, Setia Alam, Selangor. The foundation’s contribution was presented by its Board of Trustees member Datuk Ahmadi Yusoff and Mohamad Nadziff Bustar, as stated in its press release. “Perbadanan Wakaf […]
Premier opens RM32 mil Masjid Al-Madinah Al-Husna
SIBU: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has named the new mosque in Sibu Jaya which costs RM32 million, Masjid Al-Madinah Al-Husna. According to Abang Johari, the mosque stands as an iconic structure in Sibu Jaya due to its unique kite-like design and distinctive colours. “Its colour sets it apart; the design […]
Serian mosque construction reaches 30 per cent completion
SERIAN: The ongoing project to complete the remaining construction of Masjid Bahagian Serian has achieved a 30 per cent completion milestone. According to Bukit Semuja assemblyman John Ilus, the construction, valued at RM7.9mil, faced delays under the previous contractor due to the Covid-19 pandemic. “The responsibility of completing the new mosque has been handed over […]
King officiates at mosque ground-breaking ceremony in Telok Melano
TELOK MELANO: The earth-breaking ceremony for Masjid Al-Sultan Abdullah here was officiated by Yang Di Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Bilal Shah today. The project costing over RM 5 million is expected to be completed by the end of 2024. According to Tanjung Datu assemblyman Azizul Annuar Adenan, the mosque is named after the […]
Al Malik mosque in Kota Samarahan open to devotees
KUCHING: The Al Malik mosque at Taman Uni Garden, Kota Samarahan is finally open to devotees in the area. The mosque which cost over RM3 million was officially opened by Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg after performing the Friday prayers today. With 660 square metres, the mosque is able to accommodate […]
Premier approves RM6.5 mln for mosque at SGH
KUCHING: The Sarawak government has allocated RM6.5 million to build a mosque at Sarawak General Hospital (SGH) here. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the government has agreed to build the Masjid Al-Mushtasfa for the convenience of patients and staffs to perform prayers. “The hospital director, Dr Ngian Hie Ung together […]
Kampung Tebaang Daro to get several projects worth RM5.22mil
DARO: Kampung Tebaang will be the site of several projects totalling RM5.22mil this year. According to Daro assemblyman Safiee Ahmad, among the projects that were approved were the RM4.6mil new mosque and the RM350,000 futsal court. “Other projects are the upgrading of the village hall costing RM120,000, and the improvement of village roads costing RM150,000.” […]
Queen officiates at Tunku Azizah Iskandar Mosque in Pahang
BENTONG: Raja Permaisuri Agong Tunku Azizah Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah today officiated at the Kampung Baru Mosque here, which was renamed the Tunku Azizah Iskandar Mosque. She was accompanied by Pahang Regent Tengku Hassanal Ibrahim Alam Shah Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah. Pahang Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Wan Rosdy Wan Ismail and other leaders from the […]
RM17 million new mosque opens after pandemic delay
KUCHING: The new Masjid Ikhwanul Islam Taman Sukma has now officially opened its doors to the community. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said the mosque which was built at a cost of RM17 million can accommodate as many as 3,000 worshippers at a time. “This mosque was built to replace the old mosque […]
Incorporate ethnic designs in new mosques
By Natasha Jee & Amyra Varkisa SIBU: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has suggested building mosques with architectural designs that represent Sarawak’s multi-ethnic background. He said he has already discussed with Nangka assemblyman Dr Annuar Rapaee that possibly in newly developed areas where there are non-Muslims, mosques with architectural design of […]
