Give chance for Sarawakians to work at federal level
KAPIT: Civil servants from Sarawak should be given fair quotas and opportunities to work in the public sector at the federal level. In stating this, Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Sabah, Sarawak Affairs and Special Duties) Datuk Wilson Ugak Kumbong stressed that the formation of Malaysia derived not only from the states in […]
Cheongsam event brings cultural mix to the fore
BINTULU: Grace and poise took centre stage at the International Women’s Day celebration here with a cheongsam competition organised by the Bintulu Chinese Women’s Association. Tanjong Batu assemblyman Johnny Pang said the competition not only highlighted the culture of the Chinese community but also highlighted the beauty of unity and cultural mixing in Sarawak. “Cheongsam […]
Need for bigger push in educating the young
KUCHING: Minister of Education, Innovation and Talent Development Datuk Roland Sagah said there is a need for more institutions to provide education to the younger generation. A report from the Sarawak Public Communication Unit (UKAS) quoted him as saying this will consequently help modernise the main sectors in the state. He said this at the […]
2022 cargo handling of 50.73 tonnes by Bintulu Port
BINTULU: Bintulu Port Holdings Berhad (BPHB) recorded cargo handling of 50.73 tonnes for the year 2022. The Sarawak Public Communication Unit (UKAS) quoted its Group chief executive officer Datuk Mohammad Medan Abdullah as saying it was an extraordinary performance where the number showed an increase of 7.6 per cent compared to 2021. He explained that […]
Discipline and commitment important: Resident
BINTULU: Resident Nyurak Ketihas has reminded civil servants to stay disciplined and committed to carrying out tasks assigned to them. He said they should also have a broad knowledge base plus diversified skills and not only focus on one field. According to the Sarawak Public Communication Unit (UKAS) on Monday (Feb 27), Nyurak also stressed […]
Entrepreneurship key to economic prosperity, says Abdul Karim
KOTA SAMARAHAN: Entrepreneurship is the primary driver of a country’s economic growth, said Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah. The Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Minister said various entrepreneurship programmes are in place to support Sarawak’s aspirations and goal of becoming a developed state by 2030. “The ministry, through the Entrepreneur Development Division, continues to […]
Ngemah rep reaffirms commitment to channel grants
KANOWIT: Ngemah assemblyman Anyi Jana has expressed his commitment and desire to assist in the distribution of funds for drainage construction at Rumah Lakun and the purchase of kitchen equipment for its women’s bureau. Anyi said application for projects could be submitted to his service centre. A news report by the Sarawak Public Communication Unit […]
Dr Juanda willing to support hiring outside experts as teachers at religious schools
IGAN: Deputy Minister in the Premier’s Department (Integrity and Ombudsman) Datuk Dr Juanda Jaya is prepared to support the hiring of outside experts to teach Arabic to religious school students. According to a report from the Sarawak Public Communication Unit (UKAS), Dr Juanda said Arabic language proficiency is essential for religious schools. “If it is […]
Kapit Waterfront extension finally starts construction
KAPIT: The proposed riverbank and slope protection works, as well as the Kapit Waterfront extension have now started to be implemented by the appointed contractor. According to a news report by the Sarawak Public Communications Unit (UKAS), the project, which is expected to be completed in 2024, has been approved by the State Planning Authority […]
Locals want Klinik Komunity to start early
MUKAH: The community hopes that the Klinik Kommuniti located at Pasar Lama Mukah here will go back to its usual operating hours from 9am to 9pm. According to a news report by the Sarawak Public Communications Unit (UKAS), the clinic’s current operating hours are from 11am to 8pm which many locals find it inconvenient due […]
