Kuching Car Free Morning programme delayed for Ramadan
BY NEVILLE TIMOTHY SANDERS & SHARIFAH NONG-JASIMA KUCHING: The Kuching North City Hall (DBKU) has announced a postponement of the Kuching Car Free Morning programme, with DBKU mayor Hilmy Othman stating that the delay is to respect the holy month of Ramadan. “The programme will begin sometime in May, right after Hari Raya Aidilfitri. I […]
70 orphans, less privileged kids receive Ramadan goodies
SIBU: Seventy orphans and less fortunate children received food baskets and ‘duit raya’ at the Ihya Ramadan programme here yesterday. According to Pertubuhan Kebajikan Islam Malaysia (PERKIM) Sibu Branch chairman Datin Sharifah Zaidah Syed Abdul Aziz, it was the association’s annual programme during the month of Ramadan. “Food packet donations are from the Farley Foundation, […]
Ministry shares Ramadan’s blessings with the less fortunate
KUCHING: The ‘Iftar bersama Komuniti Rentan’ programme has brought cheer to 60 less fortunate people in conjunction with the Ramadhan month. Women, Early Childhood, and Community Wellbeing Development Minister Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah pointed out that the programme is one of their commitments to the social inclusivity agenda to ensure that the vulnerable communities are […]
Increase youth participation in social events in Sibu
SIBU: The youth’s involvement in various social activities, such as the distribution of bubur lambuk during the month of Ramadan, should be intensified. Bukit Assek assemblyman Joseph Chieng Jin Ek said through their involvement in such activities, they will better understand the culture and practises of other communities. Chieng said that by understanding the culture […]
I-CATS students and lecturers spread cheers at charity home
KUCHING: A group of 62 students and 12 lecturers from the Faculty of Tourism and Hospitality at i-CATS University College visited Rumah Amal Nur Murni as part of its Berkah Ramadhan program. According to the faculty’s dean, Ellderea Grace, this is an annual program that takes place during the month of Ramadhan. The program’s objective […]
Food wastage expected to last till end-Syawal
By Nur Syahidayah Mahasan KUALA LUMPUR: Every year during Ramadan, tonnes of food end up in the trash, with the seasonal phenomenon expected to last till end-Syawal as Malaysians hold open houses to keep the traditional Raya spirit alive. This year’s Hari Raya Aidilfitri open houses are expected to be as joyous as last year […]
Padawan cops distribute iftar meals to needy and public
PADAWAN: The core duty of the police force is to ensure safety and security of the community but this task has not stopped the law enforcers from carrying out community work, especially during Ramadan. Not wanting to miss out on the opportunity to improve police-community partnerships, the Padawan district police headquarters distributed meals to the […]
Over 200 people receive Jelajah Ramadan Sarawakfm donations
SADONG JAYA: A total of 220 people received donations in conjunction with the Jelajah Ramadan Sarawakfm. The programme was held at Dewan Datuk Patinggi Haji Abdul Rahman Yaakup here, and aimed at helping the needy in view of the upcoming Aidilfitri celebration. Batang Sadong MP Rodiyah Sapiee said she hoped such similar programmes would be […]
Mohd Syahazizamir and Hapipah Julaihi are champs
KUCHING: Qari Mohd Syahazizamir Sahmat and Qariah Hapipah Julaihi were adjudged winners in their respective categories at the Samariang constituency Al-Quran recitation contest which ended on Sunday night. Both managed to captivate the hearts of the judges after competing for three nights with 26 other contestants from various branches. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang […]
SABERKAS Semop branch to empower area’s youth
DARO: Sarawak United National Youth Organisation (SABERKAS) Semop branch will be organising more youth empowerment programmes for young people in the area here. Its chairman Datuk Abdullah Saidol said the programme includes knowledge sharing covering entrepreneurship and agriculture sector. “In addition, allocation also will be given to hold programmes including during the month of Ramadan,” […]
