8 March 2026 KOTA KINABALU: As Sabah welcomed the Year of the Fire Horse on 17 February 2026, local leaders and communities are reminded of a vital principle: before we gallop into rapid expansion, we must first ground ourselves. This year, the focus is on disciplined leadership, stability, and sustainable growth, values deeply rooted in Sabah’s natural rhythm and cultural resilience, shares CEO of AEI Wellness Sdn Bhd & QiMag Wholistic Professionals PLT, Cleopatra Lajawai.

Kohadie (right) receiving rice packs for distribution from Wasidi Wasli Deputy Manager of Kinabalu Farmers Organisation Ranau 8 March 2026 KUNDASANG: Twenty members of the Asnaf community received rice and food baskets during the Ramadan Iftar held at Walai Tokou Homestay Hall in Kg Sinisian yesterday. The recipients, identified by their village community leaders, hailed from the surrounding areas. The event was a collaborative Iftar organised jointly by the Sabah Dusun Musl

8 March 2026 KOTA KINABALU: In celebration of International Women’s Day 2026, Bronica Sikula, DAP Sabah Women Chief, emphasised the importance of equitable development for Sabah to truly empower women and strengthen the region. Bronica, who led a community initiative today by distributing flowers in six areas including Kota Kinabalu, Inanam, Kapayan, Kota Marudu, Keningau, and Tenom, said the gesture was a symbol of appreciation for women’s vital contributions to families and

8 March 2026 SANDAKAN: The stern stand by the President of Sandakan Municipal Council (MPS) president Walter Kenson in adopting a zero-tolerance policy against illegal cigarette vendors operating in the district is lauded. Vice President of the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) who is also Sandakan Municipal Council, (MPS) member Robert Chong said he support the firm stand taken by the President. Chong strongly condemned the retaliation and aggressive behaviour displayed

Eliza ( seated 2nd left) with her hotel staff 8 March 2026 KOTA KINABALU: Today, 8 March, is International Women’s Day, a worldwide celebration honouring the achievements and contributions of women across many fields, including social, economic, cultural and political development. Datuk Eliza Goh, an entrepreneur who runs a hotel, who had served as Kapitan Cina and active in Non Governmental Organisations (NGOs) shares a candid and nuanced view of the celebration. She perc

7 March 2026 KOTA KINABALU: The theme for International Women’s Day 2026, “Give to Gain,” encapsulates a reality that many women experience daily, said Datuk Jannie Lasimbang Chairwoman of Wanita Pakatan Harapan Sabah Women and International Secretary of DAP Women Malaysia. In a statement released in conjunction with the international women's day, she said women make vital yet often unseen contributions to the stability and wellbeing of families and communities. She said, mo

7 March 2026 SANDAKAN: The Sandakan Municipal Council (MPS) President Walter Kenson has issued a strong condemnation following an incident of violence against enforcement officers by a group of illegal cigarette vendors in Batu 8, Sibuga Jaya, Sandakan yesterday. In a statement, Walter expressed his outrage at the assault, describing such acts as unacceptable and emphasising that they will not be tolerated. He highlighted the ongoing concerns for the safety and well-being o

7 March 2026 TENOM: The six individuals involved in the recent railway incident between Tenom and Pangi have been presented with six new motorcycles to replace those damaged in the incident. Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food Industry and State Assemblyman for Melalap, Datuk Jamawi Jaafar, stated that the donation was made on behalf of Sabah Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor, as a gesture of concern for the welfare of rural communities facing transportat