‘Air Kawah’ makes Ramadan debut
BY GABRIEL LIHAN AND JASMINE BADUN KUCHING: A two-year lull while the world awaited the Covid-19 threat to subside was more than enough time for enterprising businesses to come up with new ideas. Take, for instance, the fasting month of Ramadan this year which has seen the return of the Ramadan Bazaar which is well […]
Ramadan more meaningful with return of bazaar
BY ALEXANDRA LORNA & ANNABELL NAJAU KUCHING: The Ramadan month this year is more meaningful with the holding of Ramadan bazaars after a two-year lapse because of the COVID-19 pandemic, said Deputy Minister of Utilities and Telecommunications (Utilities) Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Junaidi. “With the slow progression to normal life following the nation’s transition to […]
Ramadan Bazaar at Stutong welcomed
BY ALEXANDRA LORNA & ANNABELL NAJA TOMMY KUCHING: The public are now able to visit Ramadan Bazaars after a two years’ lapse due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Yesterday, the Ramadan Bazaar near the Stutong Community Market here attracted not only Muslims but also Malaysians of other races. Due to the COVID-19 standard operating procedures (SOPs), […]
Public urged to stay vigilant
KUCHING: Satok Ramadan Bazaar today received overwhelming response from the public on its first day of operation. In light of this, Satok assemblyman Datuk Ibrahim Baki reminded the public, particularly the patrons and traders, to stay vigilant at all times. “It is hoped that they will always comply with the standard operating procedures (SOPs) set. […]
Six locations to host Ramadan Bazaar
BY GABRIEL LIHAN KUCHING: The Ramadan Bazaar will be back when fasting begins next month following a two-year pause triggered by the Covid-19 pandemic. Six locations will host the bazaar this year, according to Padawan Municipal Council (MPP) deputy chairman, Datuk Ahmad Ibrahim. Three will be organised by the local community and another three by […]
Border reopening welcome but SOPs must remain
KUCHING: People are looking forward to the country entering the endemic phase but at the same time must be mindful about adhering to SOPs and other Covid-19 guidelines. Padawan Municipal Council (MPP) deputy chairman Datuk Ahmad Ibrahim said the country’s transition to the endemic phase was a good thing as it would bring normality back […]
Food and beverage traders have no choice but to adapt
MIRI: Following the city council’s decision to not hold any Ramadan bazaar during the Muslim fasting month, food and beverage traders have turned to the Internet to do business. “You don’t have a choice really. We need to adapt to change, especially during the Covid-19 pandemic,” said one food vendor, Sofina Tan. Sofina, who has […]
Yes or no, it’s up to SMC to decide
SIBU: It is up to Sibu Municipal Council (SMC) to decide whether to continue with the plan to open the Ramadan bazaar or otherwise. This follows the decisions of Kuching and Miri to cancel their Ramadan bazaars this year. SMC held a meeting on the matter today. This was revealed by the Sibu Division Disaster Management Committee […]
No Ramadan bazaar in Miri
MIRI: This year’s Ramadan bazaar will not be held in Miri for fear of the threat posed by Covid-19. Miri City Council (MCC) said this decision was taken after assessing the current Covid-19 pandemic situation in the district in particular and the state in general. Miri district which is a red zone, has recorded double-digit […]
160 stalls for Ramadan Bazaar in Mukah
MUKAH: A total of 160 stalls will open to boost the attraction of Mukah Ramadan Bazaar soon. The bazaar will be located at Mukah Food Street which is now a site for small hawkers operating next to the Everwin Mukah Supermarket. Dalat and Mukah District Council (MDDM) mayor Kadir Jamil said the stalls would house […]
