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UM Stunting Kit Strengthens Awareness Of Child GrowthBETONG: The launch of the UM Stunting Kit through the UM-ASSIST Bet...
04/10/2026

UM Stunting Kit Strengthens Awareness Of Child Growth

BETONG: The launch of the UM Stunting Kit through the UM-ASSIST Betong Edition 2026 programme is among the efforts to strengthen public awareness of the importance of monitoring children's growth and addressing the risk of stunting early.

Deputy Minister of Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development and Layar Assemblyman Datuk Gerald Rentap Jabu said health monitoring, balanced nutrition and physical activity must be given attention to ensure that children grow up optimally.

"Health is the most important wealth. Apart from nutrition, physical activity and exercise are also important to ensure that children's growth and mental health are at a good level," he said.

He said this when officiating the programme at Dewan Panglima Rentap, Betong, on Saturday.

According to Datuk Gerald, stunting and obesity among children must be addressed seriously as they are closely linked to dietary practices and lifestyle.

He stressed that parents play an important role in ensuring that their children receive nutritious food, as well as encouraging physical activities suitable for their age.

Datuk Gerald also emphasised that childhood and adolescence are important phases in physical and brain development, hence continuous support from families, communities, educational institutions and government agencies is needed.

Meanwhile, University of Malaya Community Engagement Centre (UMCares) Director Assoc Prof ChM. Dr Noraini Ahmad said the programme provides a community-friendly educational platform to increase public knowledge about children's growth and health.

She said aspects such as nutrition, physical activity, hygiene and an environment that supports development need attention as children's health also affects family well-being and the future of society.

She said collaboration between universities and communities allows knowledge and expertise to be delivered more closely through direct interaction with families and communities.

Also present was Betong Division Resident's representative Florence Bulan. -UKASnews

Translator: Uilson Ng

MDMD Urged To Strengthen Integrity, Prevent Abuse Of PowerDARO: Integrity, transparency and accountability must form the...
04/10/2026

MDMD Urged To Strengthen Integrity, Prevent Abuse Of Power

DARO: Integrity, transparency and accountability must form the foundation of service delivery at the Matu and Daro District Council (MDMD) to ensure that every decision and administrative matter is carried out with trust and without abuse of power.

Deputy Minister in the Sarawak Premier's Department (Integrity and Ombudsman) Datuk Dr Juanda Jaya said the local authority's staff must uphold integrity in every task, including the management of finances, records, assets and procurement.

He said integrity is not merely about complying with rules, but must be demonstrated through honesty, discipline, adherence to procedures and the delivery of services that are fair, transparent and responsible.

He said that as an agency that deals directly with the public, MDMD must ensure that the interests of the people are always prioritised in every decision and action.

He said this when officiating the MDMD Integrity Week 2026 themed "Integrity at the Core of Service, MDMD Progresses Together" at Dewan Masyarakat Daro on Thursday.

The Jemoreng Assemblyman also reminded MDMD staff to avoid abuse of power and conflicts of interest, and to make trust and accountability a continuous practice.

He welcomed the organisation of the Integrity Week, which combines elements of strengthening service ethics with aspects of health, welfare and social responsibility.

Datuk Dr Juanda hoped that the values of integrity instilled through the programme would continue to be practised in every task and action, thereby shaping responsible staff who serve as role models for the community.

Among the programme's activities were an integrity and corruption talk by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC), the Drug-Free Workplace Programme (TEKAD) in collaboration with the National Anti-Drugs Agency (AADK) Mukah Division, a mental health talk, a basic life support talk and a Blood Donation Campaign.

Also present were Daro District Officer Zul Usop, Matu District Officer Hamidah Halpi and MDMD Secretary Chiong Siew Ping. -UKASnews

Translator: Uilson Ng



282 Road Upgrading Projects Carried Out In Pujut Since 2022MIRI: A total of 282 road upgrading and maintenance projects ...
04/10/2026

282 Road Upgrading Projects Carried Out In Pujut Since 2022

MIRI: A total of 282 road upgrading and maintenance projects have been carried out in the Pujut constituency from 2022 to 2026, covering a total distance of 29.56 kilometres with an allocation of RM11.1 million.

Miri City Mayor and Pujut Assemblyman Adam Yii Siew Sang said the projects were implemented in phases each year to improve infrastructure facilities and the comfort of residents.

He said that in 2022, 26 projects covering 8.38 kilometres were carried out with an allocation of RM2.4 million, followed by 48 projects spanning 6.95 kilometres in 2023 at a cost of RM2.776 million.

"In 2024, 81 projects involving 4.94 kilometres were carried out with an allocation of RM1.9 million, while in 2025, 113 projects spanning 4.19 kilometres cost RM2.13 million.

"For 2026, 14 projects covering about five kilometres are being implemented with an allocation of RM1.9 million," he said when speaking at the Rural Minor Projects (MRP) Presentation Ceremony for the Pujut DUN at the Pujut Community Service Centre here on Saturday.

According to Adam, the continuity of the projects shows that maintenance and infrastructure improvement works in the Pujut area are carried out on an ongoing basis, based on needs and annual planning.

Meanwhile, he reminded the public to be more vigilant against the misuse of social media, including the use of fake accounts, anonymous accounts, manipulated artificial intelligence (AI) content and cyberbullying.

He said the public needs to be more careful in evaluating social media content to prevent family members and friends from being influenced by manipulated information.

Adam also urged relevant parties, including the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC), to monitor such content proactively and fairly to address social media misuse.

At the same ceremony, RM41,000 from the Minor Rural Project (MRP) allocation for Pujut was channelled to 15 associations and organisations to support various activities and the needs of the local community.

Among the recipients were the Piasau Link Traditional Archery Club, Speed Chasers Motorsports Club, Kampung Piasau Utara Village Security and Development Committee (JKKK), Miri Chinese Charitable Trust Board, Miri Innovative Recreation Club (KRIM), Miri District Education Office and the Parent-Teacher Association of Sekolah Kebangsaan Pendidikan Khas Miri. -UKASnews

Translator: Uilson Ng



Sarawak Cultural Night Enlivens SKS Mukah DivisionMUKAH: The diversity of Sarawak's arts and cultural heritage took cent...
04/10/2026

Sarawak Cultural Night Enlivens SKS Mukah Division

MUKAH: The diversity of Sarawak's arts and cultural heritage took centre stage at the Sarawak Cultural Night in conjunction with the Sarawakku Sayang (SKS) Programme for Mukah Division, held at Dataran Pehin Setia Raja here on Friday.

The Sarawak Cultural Night performances in conjunction with the Sarawakku Sayang Programme 2026 were also staged by local Sarawak cultural groups and associations, in collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism, Creative Industries and Performing Arts Sarawak (MTCP) and the Sarawak Arts Council (MSS).

Among the local artists who took part were Mariani, Nizam, Sazia, Harris, Mukah Buskers, Karen Libau and Ricky Andrewson, who entertained the audience with music and vocal performances.

Sarawak's cultural diversity was also showcased through a Melanau dance by Sri Ritma Borneo Mukah, an Iban dance by the Mukah chapter of Sarakup Indu Dayak Sarawak (SIDS), and a Bidayuh dance by Warisan Permata Seni Politeknik Mukah.

In addition, the Medan Setia Raja Mukah Dragon and Lion Dance Club performed a lion dance, while the Sarawak Arts Council's dance artistes presented the Sarawakku Sayang Dance.

The highlight of the night was also enlivened by the energetic banter of emcees DJ Sonic and Ajerie Aku, who kept the atmosphere lively and entertained the crowd throughout the programme.

The finale featured a gendang bermukun performance by Kumpulan Gemersik Gendang Kampung Baru Daro, which showcased the uniqueness of the local community's traditional music.

The festivities reached a high when guests of honour and other dignitaries joined in a poco-poco dance to the song "Bekikis Bulu Betis", bringing the Sarawak Cultural Night to a lively close.

All performances that night were carried out under the supervision of the Sarawak Arts Council as part of efforts to showcase local artistes' talent and introduce the diversity of Sarawak's arts and culture to the public.

Also present were Igan Member of Parliament Ahmad Johnie Zawawi, Mukah Division Deputy Resident Badjuri Bidin, MSS Chief Executive Officer Dr Suffian Jalet and MTCP representative Dayang Morzanah Awang Hadi. -UKASnews

Translator: Uilson Ng



Kuching Aims To Host WCF World Cat Show Again In 2027KUCHING: Kuching is aiming to host the World Cat Federation (WCF) W...
04/10/2026

Kuching Aims To Host WCF World Cat Show Again In 2027

KUCHING: Kuching is aiming to host the World Cat Federation (WCF) World Cat Show again in 2027 through a bid for the international event, in a bid to widen participation among cat lovers and enthusiasts from around the world.

Kuching North City Commission (DBKU) Mayor Dato Hilmy Othman said the aspiration follows positive feedback from the WCF after discussions on the opportunity to hold the event in Kuching.

According to him, DBKU hopes to be entrusted once again to host the event, following the success of staging a world-class cat festival three years ago.

"Now, God willing, if we are given the trust once again, Kuching will resound and be able to make this a success on a bigger scale, with wider participation from all competitors from abroad," he told reporters.

He said this at the launch of the Kuching International Cat Festival (KICF) 2026 at the Kuching Waterfront on Saturday.

Dato Hilmy said hosting the event again has the potential to open the way for greater participation, further strengthening Kuching's position on the international cat event calendar.

Speaking on KICF 2026, he said the event faced weather constraints, as hazy conditions forced several planned outdoor activities to be cancelled and held indoors instead.

According to Dato Hilmy, the organisers had earlier planned to expand the scale of the festival, including increasing the involvement of cat lovers and owners through the cat parade, which received a positive response at last year's edition.

He said that despite the constraints, KICF 2026 still received participation from China, Brunei, Vietnam, Thailand, Peninsular Malaysia, Sabah and Sarawak.

The festival, held on Oct 3 and 4, features two main programmes, namely the WCF International Cat Show and MY Cat Expo 2026. The WCF International Cat Show brings together about 200 cats of various breeds, with the competition judged by three international judges from the Netherlands, Latvia and Germany.

In addition, Meow Fiesta features 41 booths offering a variety of products and services, including food and beverages, pet products and other items for sale. -UKASnews

Prepared by: Lonney Jinab
Photos: Shahril Haqim
Translator: Uilson Ng



WAK Could Be Expanded To Bintulu, Other AreasKUCHING: The WAK Festival has the potential to be expanded to Bintulu and o...
04/10/2026

WAK Could Be Expanded To Bintulu, Other Areas

KUCHING: The WAK Festival has the potential to be expanded to Bintulu and other areas in Sarawak as part of efforts to develop a network of community-based creative platforms across the state.

Sarawak Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri (Dr) Abang Abdul Rahman Zohari Tun Datuk Abang Openg said WAK's growth since it was introduced in Kuching in 2017 showed that the concept could flourish when developed together with the community.

According to him, this growth can also be seen in the staging of WAK Sibu and Miri, which are now in their third editions and have received an encouraging response from their respective communities.

"Each city develops its own identity and creative energy, while remaining connected to the larger Sarawak platform.

"Therefore, I am pleased to learn that the organisers, together with the Sarawak Ministry of Tourism, Creative Industries and Performing Arts, are exploring the possibility of taking WAK further, including potential editions in Bintulu and other areas," he said.

He said this in a text of speech read out by Minister of Tourism, Creative Industries and Performing Arts Dato Sri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah at the festival's launch on Saturday.

The Sarawak Premier added that WAK's development could create opportunities beyond staging the festival, including connecting creative communities across cities, providing new platforms for artists and performers, and activating venues and public spaces.

He said the Sarawak Government therefore views WAK not merely as an events calendar, but as part of a larger creative ecosystem.

He added that every opportunity given to artists, musicians and creative entrepreneurs, including through performances, markets and collaborations, also contributes to strengthening Sarawak's creative economy.

"As WAK enters its next phase, I encourage the organisers to be more ambitious. Strengthen the links between Kuching, Sibu and Miri.

"Explore Bintulu and other communities when the time is right. Develop more Sarawak talent. Create stronger regional and international collaborations, and create pathways that can bring our creative practitioners beyond Sarawak's borders," he said.

Also present were Deputy Minister of Tourism, Creative Industries and Performing Arts Datuk Snowdan Lawan and Kuching North City Commission (DBKU) Mayor Dato Hilmy Othman. -UKASnews

Prepared by: Ahmad Daniel Faiz
Photos: Shahril Haqim
Translator: Uilson Ng



Premier Sarawak Entap Penemu Nyurutka Diri Ukai Ketegal DiansakMUKAH: Premier Sarawak, Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri (Dr) Abang...
04/10/2026

Premier Sarawak Entap Penemu Nyurutka Diri Ukai Ketegal Diansak

MUKAH: Premier Sarawak, Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri (Dr) Abang Abdul Rahman Zohari Tun Datuk Abang Openg entap penemu enggau pemutus Pengawa Bepilih Nengeri (PRN) sekali tu ti kepenudi ukai ketegal diansak, tang ketegal gaya umur.

Ku iya, pekara nya udah diterang lebuh ngulu Konvensyen Khas Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) di Miri, empai lama.

Ku iya, umur ti majak nambah meseti diterima, kelimpah tuai nengeri meseti ditampung raban ti udah dilatih.

“Makin hari, makin tuai. Enti ulih ditikal, enda ngawa tang nya enda ulih ditikal. Nya kebuah, kitai meseti nerima pekara nya.

“Dikena ngemudi nengeri, kitai meseti bisi tim. Aku enggau Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Adenan, Datuk Amar Uggah enggau ke bukai udah dilatih. Kitai ngemansang nengeri beraban lalu kitai meseti bisi raban bukai,” ku iya lebuh dirandau pemberita pengudah bejadika Program Sarawakku Sayang Sitak Mukah 2026, kena Hari Enam.

Nyaut tanya sekali ke iya ulih berundingka terus ngemudi pengudah 2030, Abang Johari madahka pemutus nya digaga bepelasarka gaya umur.

“Enda. Peda umur aku. Kita nemu berapa umur aku? 2030, 80 taun.

Nangkan nya, Tuai Indu PBB ti mega Menteri Pemansang Indu, Nembiak Mit enggau Pengelantang Komuniti Sarawak, Dato Sri Fatimah Abdullah ba jaku pengelalu iya minta Premier Sarawak berundingka baru pemutus nya.

Ku iya, iring Abang Johari agi diguna dikena nampung agenda pemansang nengeri, kelebih agi negap ekonomi, pengelantang komuniti enggau pelajar.

Ke rikod, Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Zohari nyadi Kepala Menteri Sarawak kenyau ari taun 2017 lalu nyadi Premier Sarawak kenyau ari taun 2022 nyentuk diatu.

Iya belabuh tama dunya politik ba taun 1977 lalu nyadi Kaban Kunsil Nengeri (ADUN) pengudah menang Pengawa Bepilih Mit DUN Satok ba taun 1981. - EDISI UKAS


Malam Budaya Sarawak Ngerichah SKS Sitak MukahMUKAH: Bemacham seni enggau pesaka budaya komuniti sarawak ngerichah Malam...
04/10/2026

Malam Budaya Sarawak Ngerichah SKS Sitak Mukah

MUKAH: Bemacham seni enggau pesaka budaya komuniti sarawak ngerichah Malam Budaya Sarawak serimbai Program Sarawakku Sayang (SKS) Sitak Mukah ti diatur di Dataran Pehin Setia Raja, ditu kena Hari Enam.

Pemerindang Malam Budaya Sarawak serimbai Program Sarawakku Sayang 2026 mega dikemujur raban enggau Serakup Main Asal Sarawak nengah kerejasama Opis Menteri Dagang Temuai, Industri Kreatif enggau Seni Pemerindang Sarawak (MTCP) sereta Kaunsil Seni Sarawak (MSS).

Entara artis menua ti ngambi bagi iya nya Mariani, Nizam, Sazia, Harris, Mukah Buskers, Karen Libau enggau Ricky Andrewson ti merindang bala pengusung nengah pemerindang muzik enggau belagu.

Bemacham budaya Sarawak mega dibantai nengah pemerindang tanda Melanau ari Sri Ritma Borneo Mukah, ajat Iban ari Sarakup Indu Dayak Sarawak (SIDS) Pampang Mukah sereta tanda Bidayuh ari Warisan Permata Seni Politeknik Mukah.

Pia mega, Kelab Tarian Naga enggau Tarian Singa Medan Setia Raja Mukah mandangka tanda singa seraya Artis Tari Majlis Seni Sarawak mandangka Tanda Sarawakku Sayang.

Pemerindang malam nya mega richah nengah hos DJ Sonic enggau Ajerie Aku ti merindang bala pengusung sepanjai program nya diatur.

Malam kepenudi ngemata pemerindang gendang bermukun ari Kumpulan Gemersik Gendang Kampung Baru Daro ti mandangka penyelai seni muzik asal komuniti menua.

Pengerami nya majak richah lebuh temuai dipebasa enggau temuai bukai bela betanda poco-poco ti diiring lagu Bekikis Bulu Betis, seraya nutup Malam Budaya Sarawak enggau richah.

Semua pemerindang malam nya dikemujur nengah Kaunsil Seni Sarawak dikena mandangka penau artis sereta bemacham seni enggau budaya Sarawak ngagai komuniti.

Bela datai, Kaban Parlimen Igan, Ahmad Johnie Zawawi, Sapit Residen Sitak Mukah, Badjuri Bidin, Tuai Pegawai Eksekutif MSS, Dr Suffian Jalet sereta pengari MTCP, Dayang Morzanah Awang Hadi. -EDISI UKAS

Pendidikan Awal Penting Cegah Penyalahgunaan Dadah BAU: Pendidikan dan kesedaran mengenai bahaya dadah serta penyalahgun...
04/10/2026

Pendidikan Awal Penting Cegah Penyalahgunaan Dadah

BAU: Pendidikan dan kesedaran mengenai bahaya dadah serta penyalahgunaan substans perlu diterapkan sejak di bangku sekolah bagi membolehkan golongan remaja mengenal pasti risiko dan membuat keputusan tepat ketika berdepan tekanan serta cabaran kehidupan.

Timbalan Menteri Pengangkutan Sarawak (Sungai dan Laut) merangkap Ahli Dewan Undangan Negeri (ADUN) Tasik Biru, Datuk Henry Harry Jinep berkata, intervensi awal penting memandangkan golongan remaja kini terdedah kepada pelbagai cabaran termasuk tekanan emosi, buli, penyalahgunaan substans dan tingkah laku berisiko.

Menurutnya, pendedahan pada peringkat awal penting ketika golongan berkenaan sedang melalui fasa pembentukan pemikiran, sikap dan keupayaan membuat keputusan.

“Apabila kita bercakap tentang kesihatan remaja, kita sebenarnya sedang bercakap tentang keluarga dan masyarakat kita pada masa akan datang.

“Sebab itu saya melihat program seperti ‘Muda, Sihat, Selamat’ sebagai satu usaha yang baik untuk memberikan pendedahan kepada remaja lebih awal,” katanya.

Beliau berkata demikian ketika berucap semasa Majlis Penutupan Program Sihat Remaja ‘Muda, Sihat, Selamat’ Peringkat Daerah Bau di Dewan Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan (SJK) Chung Hua Bau pada Sabtu.

Datuk Henry menambah, usaha menangani penyalahgunaan dadah dan substans tidak boleh digalas oleh satu pihak sahaja, sebaliknya memerlukan kerjasama menyeluruh melibatkan keluarga, sekolah, agensi kerajaan, pihak berkuasa dan komuniti.

Katanya, pendekatan Community Development and Intervention Centre – One Stop Committee bagi Menangani Isu Dadah dan Substans (CDIC OSC MIDS) turut memberi penekanan kepada aspek pencegahan, pendidikan, intervensi, rawatan dan pemulihan secara bersepadu.

“Masalah dadah dan substans bukan sesuatu yang boleh diselesaikan oleh satu agensi sahaja.

“Apabila semua pihak memainkan peranan masing-masing dan saling bekerjasama, kita akan lebih mudah mengenal pasti masalah lebih awal dan membantu mereka yang memerlukan,” katanya.

Dalam pada itu, beliau turut memberi perhatian terhadap kemunculan New Psychoactive Substances (NPS), termasuk bahan yang boleh disamarkan dalam bentuk produk cecair atau peranti v**e.

Menurutnya, perkembangan berkenaan menuntut pendidikan pencegahan sentiasa dikemas kini bagi memastikan golongan muda memahami bentuk ancaman baharu dan risiko yang mungkin dihadapi.

Pada masa sama, ibu bapa dan penjaga disaran meluangkan lebih banyak masa berkomunikasi dengan anak-anak, memahami cabaran yang mereka hadapi serta memberikan sokongan sewajarnya sekiranya berdepan masalah.

Beliau turut menekankan kepentingan sokongan berterusan daripada keluarga dan komuniti kepada individu yang telah menjalani proses rawatan dan pemulihan bagi membantu mereka kembali menjalani kehidupan secara normal.

Sehubungan itu, Datuk Henry berharap kerjasama antara sektor kesihatan, pendidikan, keluarga, agensi kerajaan dan komuniti di Daerah Bau terus diperkukuh supaya usaha pencegahan serta intervensi terhadap penyalahgunaan dadah dan substans dapat dilaksanakan secara berterusan.

Beliau turut merakamkan penghargaan kepada semua pihak yang menjayakan Program Sihat Remaja ‘Muda, Sihat, Selamat’ yang menjadi platform meningkatkan kesedaran golongan muda mengenai aspek kesihatan, kesejahteraan dan keselamatan diri.

Turut hadir, Pegawai Perubatan merangkap Ketua Seksyen Pembangunan Kesihatan Keluarga, Dr Nazibah Baharin mewakili Pegawai Kesihatan Bahagian Kuching; Pegawai Daerah Bau, Eddy Nayoi; Pegawai Kesihatan Daerah Bau, Dr Irwilla Ibrahim dan Penolong Setiausaha, Fauziah Keepli mewakili Setiausaha Tetap Kementerian Wanita, Kanak-Kanak dan Kesejahteraan Komuniti serta Majlis Pembangunan Sosial Sarawak.-EDISI UKAS



砂拉越拟定M40群体房屋模式以主要城市为目标万年烟：砂拉越政府正在拟定专门针对M40群体的可负担房屋模式，并选择民都鲁作为试点项目地点，之后再将该方法扩大至其他城市地区。完整新闻，请点击以下链接：https://ukas.sarawak.g...
04/10/2026

砂拉越拟定M40群体房屋模式以主要城市为目标

万年烟：砂拉越政府正在拟定专门针对M40群体的可负担房屋模式，并选择民都鲁作为试点项目地点，之后再将该方法扩大至其他城市地区。

完整新闻，请点击以下链接：
https://ukas.sarawak.gov.my/web/subpage/news_view/49933




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