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Youth encouraged to embrace entrepreneurship

SARATOK: The youth are being urged to actively explore business opportunities, either through direct involvement or part-time engagement. Kalaka assemblyman Mohamad Duri highlighted that many young individuals have achieved success in the business world, serving as inspiration for others. He noted that, on average, these youth are willing to seize opportunities, in addition to making […]

Youth shape sustainable tourism in Sarawak

KUCHING: The youth play crucial role in shaping the future of the tourism sector through sustainable and responsible practices. Deputy Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Datuk Sebastian Ting said that young people have the power to influence their peers and society by setting examples in protecting and preserving Sarawak’s unique natural and […]

Retired soldier, architect use RMAF aircraft model kits to foster patriotism among youth

KANGAR: A deep interest in military assets prompted a retired soldier and an architect to start building their collection of Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) aircraft models as a way to encourage young people to appreciate the struggle of national heroes in safeguarding the country’s security and sovereignty. Major (Rtd) Wan Hashim Wan Ahmad, 60, […]

Saribas Club youth urged to embrace state development strategies

KUCHING: Saribas Club’s youth members were urged to acquire in-depth knowledge and understanding of the state’s Post COVID-19 Development Strategy (PCDS) 2030 and the Betong Division Development Agency (BDDA). Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas advised the youth members to familiarise themselves with these initiatives to actively participate in relevant programmes. “The PCDS 2030 […]

Youth urged to rally behind Kuching’s cleanliness efforts

KUCHING: Residents of this city, particularly the youth, are urged to continue supporting local authorities in maintaining the city’s cleanliness and upholding its reputation as the cleanest city. Deputy Minister of Utility and Telecommunication II (Utility) Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Junaidi said the task of keeping the city clean requires a collective effort from all […]

Youth in politics: opportunities and realities

‘A pessimist sees the difficulty in every opportunity; an optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty.’ – Winston S. Churchill, former British Prime Minister. THERE is something to be said about young people being given positions of power. At the same time, there is also something to be said about having valuable experience and the […]

Youth must be proactive in facing digital world

SIBU: Youth are urged to be more prominent, dynamic, proactive, and aspire to transcend local boundaries, especially in the digital world. Deputy Minister of Public Health, Housing, and Local Government Michael Tiang Ming Tee said that the youth should always be prepared for social renewal in facing the increasingly challenging changes. “The fact is, our […]

15 participants gain experience in sape playing   

BY ELLISIA TINGASS KUCHING: A total of 15 participants joined the Sape Camp 2023 organised by Yayasan Perpaduan Sarawak (YPS), which was held at the Waterfront Kuching Amphitheatre on Thursday evening (June 22). According to YPS, the participants had the opportunity to get to know, learn and play the Sape music instrument. “Fifteen participants, aged […]

Youth urged to continue party’s struggle

SARIKEI: The younger members of Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) have been called upon to continue the party’s struggle. Deputy Minister of Natural Resources, Environment and Climate Change Datuk Seri Huang Tiong Sii said since the establishment of the party in 1959, it has fought for the interest of the people in the state. “As […]

Saberkas sets up village unit to lead youths

TEBEDU: A Sarawak United National Youth Organisation (Saberkas) unit has been set up for Kampung Kujang Sain. Tebedu assemblyman Dr Simon Sinang Bada said he had entrusted the chairman of the unit, Randy Lungak, to carry out the responsibilities and roles to the best of his ability in ensuring the unit remains relevant and trustworthy. […]