Community engagement vital for rural development
SARIKEI: Deputy Minister for Urban Planning, Land Administration and Environment Datuk Len Talif Salleh urged the communities to strengthen cooperation with one another to assist the government in accelerating and bringing more development. He stated that without mutual cooperation, it would be difficult to implement any development. “If there is difficulty in implementing development, this […]
Agriculture projects help boost rural development
SIBURAN: Residents around Kampung Batu Gong Baru and Kampung Batu Gong Lama will see rapid infrastructure growth in their areas through the construction of gravel road, a new bridge and land acquisition. This is because the Greater Kuching Coordinated Development Agency (GKCDA) has earmarked RM4 million to construct a primary road to facilitate access to […]
Katibas rep calls for multifaceted approach for rural development
KATIBAS assemblyman Lidam Assan highlighted the need for a multifaceted approach to rural development and socioeconomic progress, addressing the unique challenges faced by rural communities. In his speech during the 2024 State Budget debate at the State Legislative Assembly sitting today (Nov 23), he outlined several development proposals aimed at enhancing the well-being of his […]
Sarawak govt’s commitment to rural development and infrastructure projects
KAPIT: Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan has reiterated the Sarawak government’s unwavering commitment to empower rural areas and boost economic activities. He highlighted the ongoing and continuous development of essential infrastructure, including electricity, water and roads throughout the region. “The government has approved various infrastructure projects, such as upgrading coastal roads, implementing […]
Sarawak prioritises rural for growth
KUCHING: Sarawak’s development fund is primarily aimed at improving rural areas to boost overall economic development, according to the Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) Women chief Kho Teck Wan. She responded to accusations made by Sarawak Democratic Action Party (DAP) chairman Chong Chieng Jen, who claimed that Batu Kawa was not getting a fair share […]
VTP participants drive local development
SIBU: The Village Transformation Program (VTP) participants can become important drivers of development in their areas, according to director of the State Implementation Monitoring Unit (SIMU) Felicia Tan. She said that they can play their role as ambassadors by sharing the knowledge they have gained with residents in longhouses and traditional villages. Tan said this […]
68 pct of state budget allocated for rural devt
SERIAN: The Sarawak government provides 68 per cent of the state budget for rural development. Deputy Minister of Food Industry, Commodity and Regional Development Martin Ben said the budget is specifically for the implementation of agricultural roads and rural roads. Therefore, he urged the residents to seize the opportunity from the implementation of the road […]
Kampung Bobak Sejinjang receives RM200k in rural funding
BAU: A funding of RM200,000 has been approved under the Rural Transformation Programme (RTP) for the implementation of several projects in Kampung Bobak Sejinjang. State Deputy Minister of Transport Datuk Henry Harry Jinep said the projects involved would be carried out next year. “Out of the total amount, RM10,000 will be utilised to enhance the […]
Tanjong Batu rep presents rural grants to three bodies
BINTULU: Three non-governmental organisations (NGOs) received grants for rural projects from Tanjong Batu assemblyman Johnny Pang Leong Ming in a brief ceremony held at the Tanjong Batu Constituency Service Centre here today. The three NGOs were Tugau Cycling Club, Bintulu Division Hockien Association Youth Movement and KOVA Netball Association. Tugau Cycling Club was represented by […]
Over 40 rural projects in Ngemah listed
KANOWIT: Over 40 Rural Transformation Programme (RTP) projects have been listed for the Ngemah constituency this year. Ngemah assemblyman Anyi Jana said that the projects would be implemented after a meeting between the Sibu Resident Office and the implementing agencies. “In 2022, there were over 30 RTP projects in the area. Some have been completed […]
