Call for setting up of weightlifting academy
MIRI: A weightlifting academy centre should also be set up here in Sarawak; similar to what has been built in Melaka. This is to unearth and groom new talents to strengthen the state’s existing squad in preparation for the Sukan Malaysia (SUKMA) in the future, said Deputy Youth and Sports Minister Datuk Gerald Rentap Jabu. […]
PBB not forcing out anyone
KUCHING: Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) has a culture where it does not force its leaders to step down. Its president Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said instead the leaders know when to pass the baton to the next candidate. “Yes, there are some PBB MPs who will not defend their seats. […]
Maiden Sarawak Handicraft & Food Series
MIRI: Programmes like the inaugural ‘Sarawak Handicraft & Food Series’ should be held regularly to fill free time and expose the young generation here to healthy activities. Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said the organising of workshop activities for sape, traditional martial arts of silat and […]
Tegas at forefront of bridging digital divide
KUCHING: Tabung Ekonomi Gagasan Anak Sarawak (TEGAS) has played a huge role in raising awareness and developing talents among Sarawak youngsters, especially in the field of digital technology and Science, Mathematics, Engineering and Technology (STEM) education. Demak Laut assemblyman Dr Hazland Abang Hipni said it will help achieve the vision and mission of Premier Datuk […]
BCF TRADEX a good business platform for young
SIBU: A total of 232 stalls have been set up at Dataran Tuanku Bujang Fasa 2 in conjunction with the Borneo Cultural Festival Sales and Exhibition Expo (BCF TRADEX) from July 8 to July 23. Its coordinator, Ling Hua Wee said that BCF TRADEX is a good platform for youngsters to venture into business. “Actually, […]
Going for the right move
A little progress each day … Chinese chess player Sim Yip How was intrigued when he first found out about the board game. Since the first time he showed an interest in the game, he has worked hard for more than three decades and has won several tournaments. Sim Yip How was always intrigued as […]
Be more aware of country’s political development, Chong tells younger generation
KUCHING: Sarawak DAP chairman Chong Chieng Jen has called on the younger generation to be more concerned about the country’s political development. He pointed out that this was even more important now that the younger generation would get to vote, thanks to Undi18. “High cost of living and inflation these days are related to politics, […]
Full support for new Youth leadership
KUCHING: Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) Beting Maro Branch Youth wing fully supports the new leadership of the PBB Youth wing to ensure the fate of the young generation is always protected. PBB Beting Maro Youth chief Awang Nashfarini Awang Sarbini said with the transition of leadership in PBB, which was seen as very mature, […]
Syed Hamzah win heralds new chapter
KUCHING: Thirty-seven-year-old Syed Hamzah Datuk Wan Hamid Edruce has made history with his election into the Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) Supreme Council. Winning his Bumiputera quota seat with 529 votes, he said grassroots members showed they are supportive of having the younger generation at higher levels in the party. He said this also showed […]
Don’t leave out youth in decision-making
THE views of the young generations should be taken into consideration in the formulation of policies and decision-making process. Former deputy chief minister Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Alfred Jabu Numpang said the young generations have potentials which should be nurtured. He commended the Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) government under Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang […]
