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NGOs conduct charity work for kidney foundation

SIBU: Three non-governmental organisations (NGOs) have combined their efforts to undertake charity work for the Sibu Kidney Foundation (SKF) recently. The three bodies are none other than Lions Club of Sibu Pahlawan (LCSP), Lions Club of Sibu Loving Care (LCSLC) and Junior Chamber International (JCI) Mandarin Sibu. They have jointly handed over bulks of aluminium […]

Dr Annuar calls for creation of light industrial park in Sibu

SIBU: The Deputy Minister of Education, Innovation and Talent Development Datuk Dr Annuar Rapaee called for the creation of a light industrial park to accommodate cottage industry operators in this area. The Nangka assemblyman brought this up while pointing out that many small business operators, particularly in his constituency, operate their businesses on the roadside […]

Dr Hazland hands over funds to 15 NGOs

KUCHING: Contributions totalling RM120,000 have been presented to 15 local non-governmental organisations (NGOs), recently. Presented by Demak Laut assemblyman Dr Hazland Abang Hipni, the funds are for the yearly activities of the NGOs in the constituency. Dr Hazland, who is also Deputy Minister for Energy and Environmental Sustainability, encouraged each beneficiary to make the best […]

Hold iconic events to showcase Kalaka

SARATOK: Non-governmental organisations (NGOs) are urged to explore activities that are synonymous with the local community, apart from newer programmes that can become iconic events for Kalaka constituency. Kalaka assemblyman Mohamad Duri said that he is paving the opportunities for the young generation through their respective NGOs to come up with matters that are suitable […]

More aid coming Uma Bakah Resettlement way

BINTULU: Fire victims at the Uma Bakah Resettlement Scheme, Sungai Asap, Belaga continue to receive attention from the government and non-governmental organisations (NGOs) to ease the burden they bear. Today, Harbour-Link Group Berhad handed over donations in the form of necessities and basic goods to the fire victims in the resettlement scheme. The contribution under […]

60 from Kakus receive MRP grants totalling RM1.331mil

KUCHING: A total of 60 recipients consisting of village development and security committees (JKKKs), non- governmental organisations (NGOs) and associations from Kakus receive a total of RM1.331mil in Minor Rural Project (MRP) grants. Aid was also given to JKKK Rh Jungan, Tamin that was destroyed in a fire last August. “Each year, approximately RM3mil or […]

Borneo Cultures Museum benchmark for other museums

The Borneo Cultures Museum (BCM) is now seen as a benchmark for other museums in Malaysia, said Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah. The museum, which was opened to the public on March 9, has received overwhelming response and the feedback from visitors has been very positive […]

Rise in drug abuse among youths a concern

AS of the third quarter of 2022, a total of 6,665 youths have been reported to be involved in drug abuse, according to Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) statistics. Minister for Youth, Sport and Entrepreneur Development, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah revealed that in 2022, a total of 670 commercial cases involved youths, according to […]

Manifesto shows commitment to anak Sarawak

BY NURA VALENTIANA LORNA KUCHING: Local non-governmental organisations (NGOs) have applauded the Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) manifesto for the upcoming 15th general election (GE15). The well-rounded and people-centric manifesto is inclusive and covers all strata of Sarawak society, they said. Federation of Chinese Associations of Kuching, Samarahan, and Serian Divisions president Datuk Richard Wee said […]

Ethnic NGOs to host Sarawak Cultural Arts Festival

MIRI: A total of 17 ethnic group associations in Miri division are to host the Sarawak Cultural Arts Festival slated to be held from Dec 10 to 11 this year. Miri Mayor Adam Yii Siew Sang said that the two-day event would be held at Miri Civic Centre featuring the cultures of the various local […]