Goon (centre) with PBS members during the visit to Kampung Kopungit. 16 March 2026 KOTA KINABALU: PBS Luyang Division visited Kampung Kopungit, adjacent to Queen Elizabeth Hospital I here, to distribute food baskets in celebration of Ramadan. The visit was led by Goon Thien Shang, the Special Officer for Chinese Affairs to the Deputy Chief Minister and Minister for Works and Public Utilities, who personally handed over the food hampers to members of the Muslim community. This

16 March 2026 SANDAKAN: Ar-Raudhah Islamic (SERI) Primary school in Sandakan held its 1447H / 2026M First Iftar Ceremony, bringing together members of the Management Board (Syura Council), parents, school staff, and alumni in an atmosphere of warmth and blessing. The event commenced with a Ramadan programme that included a talk delivered by the head teacher of SERI Ar-Raudhah, Al-Fadhil Ustaz Bunyamin Bakri. He reminded attendees to continue striving to perform good deeds

16 March 2026 KOTA KINABALU: The Borneo Culinary Association Sabah and Sarawak has announced the appointment of two prominent industry professionals to key leadership roles. Chef Romie Nazrul Chua has been named Director of Competition and Event, while Sharil Amir Shariff takes on the role of Director of Learning and Talent Development. Association President Dion Jee expressed confidence in their appointments, stating, “These appointments reflect our trust in their experienc

16 March 2026 KOTA KINABALU: Invest Sabah Berhad (ISB) has announced the successful completion of an extensive internal governance review, aimed at enhancing its administrative and operational procedures. The review, carried out by the Sabah State Internal Audit Department, has been submitted to the Chief Minister, the Ministry of Finance, and the Ministry of Industry, Entrepreneurship and Transport . In a statement, Datuk Roger Chin, the Chairman of Invest Sabah, affirmed t

15 March 2026 BINTULU: Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) , Datuk Tiong King Sing, attended the launch of the Sarawak Basic Necessities Contribution (SKAS) 2026 at the Dudong constituency today, emphasising the government’s ongoing commitment to support those in need. The event was organised to distribute aid directly to eligible recipients within the area, reinforcing the Sarawak Government’s efforts to ensure assistance reaches the rakyat amidst rising living

15 March 2026 KOTA KINABALU: The State Government warmly welcomes the Federal Government's proactive approach to supporting the people, including the early release of the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) ahead of Aidilfitri celebrations to aid festive preparations. Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor expressed his appreciation, noting that this move demonstrates the government’s genuine concern for public welfare, especially those in need. Additionally, he highlight

Datuk Dexter Lau (seated left) and Dato’ Sri Ricky Yaw (seated right) sign the appointment letter, witnessed by (from left) Tan Sri Dato’ Wira Ng Chen Onn, Tan Sri Dato’ Tee Tiam Lee and Datuk Lau Kok Sing; and (from right) Vith Pannhha and S. Jai Shankar. 15 March 2026 KOTA KINABALU: The Malaysia–Cambodia Business Association (MCBA) has appointed Datuk Dexter Lau, President of the Malaysia-China Chamber of Commerce Sabah and Executive Director of Kim Teck Cheong Consolidate

15 March 2026 KOTA KINABALU: Sabah’s rice supply remains adequate and at a safe level, despite recent reports of shortages in some districts across the state. Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food Industries, Datuk Jamawi Jaafar, said that current rice stockpiles in Sabah are capable of meeting the needs of the local population. He explained that the total stock becomes more stable when combined with trade stocks, wholesaler holdings, and available local rice supplies.