2 April 2026 SANDAKAN: Sabah Water Department has announced a scheduled disruption to water supply in Sandakan, set to take place on Monday, 13 April 2026. The outage will begin at 8:00 AM and continue until the maintenance works are completed. The disruption is necessary to carry out essential maintenance at the Segaliud Water Treatment Plant, involving the replacement of several valves, including two 600mm sluice valves, two 600mm check valves for the Surge Vessel system, s

2 April 2026 KOTA KINABALU: Sabah Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food Industry, Jamawi Jaafar, chaired an engagement session today to discuss the issue of rice stock shortages at shops and supermarkets across the state. The meeting, held at Wisma Pertanian here, was convened following reports last week of supply shortages in retail outlets. Jamawi said his ministry is still receiving feedback from elected representatives in several districts regarding the situation on

2 April 2026 KENINGAU: Sekolah Menengah Ken Hwa Keningau has continued to register a significant improvement in performance after recording a 98.18 per cent pass rate in the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) examination, up from 96.44 per cent the previous year. Even more notably, a total of 48 candidates achieved 5A and above, including one outstanding student who obtained 10As, reflecting a marked improvement in the school’s overall academic performance. Its principal, Anthony

2 April 2026 KUDAT: The Sabah Retired Educators Association (PMPS) has introduced a strategic management approach based on the PDCA (Plan, Do, Check, Act) model, alongside the implementation of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), as part of efforts to strengthen governance efficiency and enhance organisational performance. The initiative was announced by its chairman, Dr Aslie Sahat, during the PMPS Committee Meeting No. 1/2026 held at the Kudat District Education Office here.

2 April 2026 SINGAPORE: Digital travel platform Agoda has curated a selection of jungle safari destinations across Asia, where travellers can encounter diverse wildlife and stunning landscapes. As interest in nature-based travel continues to grow, jungle safaris offer unique opportunities to explore Asia’s rich biodiversity and natural beauty within its forests and national parks. Jungle safaris offer more than mere wildlife sightings; they provide immersive experiences that

2 April 2026 KUALA LUMPUR: The Construction Industry Development Board Malaysia (CIDB) has announced that submissions are now open for the Malaysian Construction Industry Excellence Awards (MCIEA) 2026, with entries closing on 30 April 2026. As one of the most prestigious awards in Malaysia’s construction sector, MCIEA recognises organisations and individuals who do more than just construct, they elevate industry standards through excellence, innovation, and tangible impact.

2 April 2026 KOTA KINABALU: During the recent Ramadan season, Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC) hosted its renowned “Resepi Nusantara – Asian Buffet 2026”, which welcomed a total of 30,172 diners from 26 February to 18 March 2026. The event was lauded not only for the impressive attendance but also for fostering a warm and convivial atmosphere, with families, friends, colleagues, and communities gathering to share in the spirit of Ramadan. The SICC had marked a per

2 April 2026 KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has recorded no flight route cancellations to date, even as new and expanded air services continue to strengthen the country’s connectivity, Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Datuk Tiong King Sing said. He noted that the development reflects sustained confidence among international airline partners in Malaysia’s aviation and tourism sectors. “I would also like to take this opportunity to show our appreciation, as we are encouraged by the c