24 February 2026 KOTA KINABALU: The controversy surrounding the Sabah Maju Jaya (SMJ) Rumah Mesra project should not be misconstrued as a failure of the state government’s policies, said pro-Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) activist Aksyah Haji Nasrah. He emphasised that the recent detention of a civil servant by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has understandably caused concern among the public, but urged people not to jump to conclusions prematurely. “This case is

24 February 2026 KUALA LUMPUR: Sabah has taken a significant step towards enhancing its autonomy in environmental management through a courtesy visit to the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) in Kuala Lumpur. Datuk Jafry Ariffin, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Environment for Sabah (KePKAS) , met with Minister of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability, Datuk Seri Arthur Joseph Kurup, to discuss the realisation of Article 95C o

23 February 2026 TENOM: The Semarak Ramadan Programme for the Melalap State Constituency, themed “Fragrant Compassion, Gracious Deeds”, has been organised to strengthen religious activities and community welfare initiatives ahead of the month of Ramadan. The programme also saw a contribution of RM20,000 presented to the Tenom District Dakwah Fund. The contribution was handed over by the Melalap State Assemblyman, Datuk Jamawi Jaafar, and received by the Chairman of the Tenom

Left to right: Neomi Salikup, Edna Stacy Sumandi, Priscilla Moses Gukim 23 February 2026 PENAMPANG: Winners of the recent book writing competition have expressed their happiness with the results and thanked the Kadazandusun Language Foundation (KLF) for organising the event. The winner was Neomi Salikup from Kg Taginambur, Tamparuli, whose book titled 'Sondihon Do Koposion' secured first prize of RM7,500. She believes that winning the competition provides great encouragement

23 February 2026 KOTA KINABALU: The fourth edition of the Sabah International Food Expo (SIFEX 2026) is set to return from 24 to 26 April 2026 at the Sabah International Convention Centre.(SICC) , promising its biggest showcase yet. Widely regarded as the largest food exhibition in East Malaysia, SIFEX 2026 will feature 312 booths representing more than 400 food and beverage brands from Malaysia and across the region, according to organising chairperson Datuk Khatijah Bachtiy

23 February 2026 KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah Retired Educators Association (PMPS) has opened new membership registration to retired teachers throughout the state in an effort to strengthen welfare networks and enhance the role of experienced educators in community development. Its President, Dr Aslie Hj Sahat, said the move is part of the association’s ongoing efforts to bring together retired teachers so that they may continue contributing their experience, expertise and servic

Datuk Seri Christina Liew (second from left) stirring Yee Sang alongside other community leaders during FCAS’s Pesta Ang Pao 2026 celebration. 23 February 2026 KOTA KINABALU: Former Minister of Tourism, Culture and Environment, Datuk Seri Christina Liew, participated in the traditional Yee Sang for prosperity during the Pesta Ang Pao FCAS 2026 held at Sabah Hakka Hall on Saturday evening. She was joined by prominent community leaders and dignitaries at the celebration organis

23 February 2026 BINGKOR: Local residents have once again voiced serious concerns over the condition of the , which is reportedly prone to collapse whenever heavy rain occurs, despite having undergone several rounds of repairs previously. Based on community observations, the road structure at the affected location sustains damage each time there is prolonged rainfall. Although repair works are carried out, the same problem recurs when subsequent heavy rain sets in. Community