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Program Kecekapan-Rise Tingkat Kemahiran Golongan B40 & OKU Di Sarawak

KUCHING: Program Kecekapan-Rise mampu memperkasakan golongan B40 dan orang kurang upaya (OKU) melalui peningkatan kemahiran. Menteri Pembangunan Wanita, Keluarga dan Masyarakat, Dato' Sri Nancy Shukri berkata, program tersebut menawarkan peluang kepada peserta untuk mendapatkan sijil dari universiti antarabangsa dengan sokongan penuh British Council. “Sasaran awal kami adalah untuk melibatkan 500 peserta dari Sarawak namun setakat ini hanya 250 individu yang telah mendaftar. “Program ini menggunakan pendekatan gamifikasi terutamanya dalam literasi kewangan yang bertujuan membantu golongan OKU dan mereka yang kurang berkemampuan dari segi akademik untuk mengasah kemahiran praktikal. “Pendekatan ini diharap dapat memperkasakan mereka dalam bidang keusahawanan, membolehkan mereka berdikari dan mencari rezeki di masa depan,” katanya. Beliau berkata demikian semasa sidang media selepas melancarkan Program Kecepakan-Rise di sini, pada Selasa. Terdahulu, beliau merasmikan Majlis Tandatangan Nota Kerjasama Antara Yayasan Kebajikan Negara Malaysia dan UK-Malaysia Kecekapan Konsortium bagi Pelaksanaan Program Kecekapan-Rise. Dato' Sri Nancy menambah, program tersebut membolehkan peserta belajar secara fleksibel mengikut kesesuaian masa mereka dan turut menyediakan penilaian bagi memastikan setiap peserta memperoleh manfaat yang optimum. Beliau berkata, program tersebut merupakan fasa pertama yang dilaksanakan di Sarawak dengan harapan ia dapat diperluaskan ke negeri-negeri lain pada masa hadapan. Jelasnya, selain daripada sokongan universiti tempatan seperti Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) dan Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), program tersebut turut melibatkan kerjasama dengan Universiti Glasgow dan Aberdeen University dari United Kingdom yang berkongsi misi dalam membantu masyarakat kurang bernasib baik. “Program ini terbuka kepada mereka yang berminat dan mereka yang sudah mendaftar akan melalui proses pembelajaran dalam talian menggunakan platform yang disediakan oleh universiti-universiti antarabangsa tersebut. “Program ini juga menawarkan fleksibiliti pembelajaran yang tinggi dengan peserta diberi akses kepada bahan pembelajaran pada bila-bila masa yang sesuai bagi mereka,” ujar beliau lagi. Turut hadir, Ahli Dewan Undangan Negeri (ADUN) Tanjung Datu, Azizul Annuar Adenan, Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif Yayasan Kebajikan Negara Malaysia, Nordina Haron serta tetamu lain.-EDISI UKAS  

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2024 年美味（ NYAMAI ）砂拉越美食节 提高人民的经济水平

古晋：2024 年美味（NYAMAI）砂拉越美食节希望改善经济，并突出砂拉越的独特美食。  妇女、家庭和社区发展部长兼山都望国会议员拿督斯里南茜苏克利表示，此活动利用最近举行的第21届马运会（SUKMA），来提高砂拉越的知名度。   “这个活动也是一个为州属、人民和所有参与者增加经济的机会。“ 她解释说，这也将帮助目标群体中的人们，即其选区内的人们、社会福利受益者和妇女。” 她表示，这是一个向所有参与者展示创造力和创新的机会。 她是星期二在一家酒店举行的 2024 年 美味砂拉越美食节马来西亚日版，新闻发布会上这么说的。    也是砂拉越美食协会顾问的她表示，砂拉越非常有组织和系统地努力推广该州独特的文化和食品。  据了解，2024 年马来西亚日版 NYAMAI 砂拉越美食节将于 9 月 14 日至 15 日在砂拉越文化村举行，共有 150 家食品、艺术和手工艺品供应商和参展商参加。    NYAMAI 砂拉越美食奖也将举办 12 个类别，旨在奖励从传统摊位到奢侈品创新者的砂拉越当地企业的杰出成就。

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Kerajaan Sarawak Komited Bantu JSJN Sekat Kemasukan Dadah

KUCHING: Kerajaan Sarawak akan terus komited dalam membantu pihak berkuasa menyekat masuk bekalan dadah dan bahan terlarang di negeri ini. Menteri Pembangunan Wanita, Kanak-kanak dan Kesejahteraan Komuniti Sarawak, Dato Sri Fatimah Abdullah berkata, pihak kerajaan negeri terus memberi sokongan penuh kepada Jabatan Siasatan Jenayah Narkotik (JSJN) Sarawak untuk melaksanakan Operasi Penguatkuasaan Sulit dan Operasi Penguatkuasaan Bersepadu. "Kerajaan Sarawak berharap semua pihak terus berganding bahu dan bekerjasama dalam membanteras aktiviti penyalahgunaan dadah yang kita anggap musuh nombor satu negara. "Rakyat dan Kerajaan Sarawak perlu bekerjasama sebagai pasukan yang mantap untuk memastikan bahawa isu dadah dan bahan terlarang ini ditangani secara holistik dan bersepadu," tegasnya. Beliau berkata demikian dalam sidang media Majlis-Majlis Para SUKMA XXI Sarawak 2024 dan Kejayaan Operasi Khas Jabatan Siasatan Jenayah Narkotik (JSJN) Sarawak di sini, pada Selasa. Dalam pada itu, Dato Sri Fatimah memberitahu, JSJN Sarawak telah merekodkan sebanyak 226 kes melibatkan 338 tangkapan bagi kesalahan membekal dan mengedar dadah dan bahan terlarang seluruh Sarawak dalam tempoh Januari hingga Julai 2024. -EDISI UKAS

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Graduate Sarawak Skills & Kolej Universiti i-CATS Nipak Peminta Industri

KUCHING: Graduate ari palan pengelandik enggi Perintah Sarawak baka Sarawak Skills enggau Kolej Universiti i-CATS diaku nipak guna industri, nyaup pemansang ekonomi enggau teknologi negeri tu. Premier Sarawak Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri (Dr.) Abang Abdul Rahman Zohari Tun Datuk Abang Openg madah, Perintah Sarawak chakah ngemansangka nembiak ngambika bela ngemujurka tuju penumbuh Pelin Pemansang Udah COVID-19 (PCDS) 2030. Ku iya, tu bela diperatika ba industri 'aerospace', ekonomi digital kelimpah pengawa napi ubah klimet. "Diatu Sarawak Skills nengah Kolej Universiti i-CATS udah numbuhka fakulti 'aerospace'. "Kolej Universiti i-CATS deka lebih agi ngemeratka subjek baka astronomi, fizik, kimia enggau algoritm ti nyadi sebagi ari bidang sains, teknologi, engineering enggau matematik (STEM)," ku iya madah. Iya bejaku munyi nya nengah teks ke dibacha Menteri Pelajar, Inovasyen enggau Pemansang Pengelandik Sarawak Dato Sri Roland Sagah Wee Inn maya Pengerami Konvokesyen Ke-26 Sarawak Skills & Kolej Universiti i-CATS di Palan Konvensyen Borneo Kuching (BCCK) ditu, Hari Tiga. Iya ke mega Canselor Kolej Universiti i-CATS madah, fakulti nya bisi subjek bekaul teknologi 'aerospace' nyengkaum ngaga komponen enggau kereban bilun. Ba Konvokesyen ke-26 serak tu, 982 gradute nyengkaum 663 ari Sarawak Skills enggau 319 ari Kolej Universiti i-CATS dirami. Bela bisi datai maya nya Sapit Menteri Pelajar, Inovasyen enggau Pemansang Pengelandik Sarawak Datuk Dr. Annuar Rapaee, Chairman Sarawak Skills Tan Sri Datuk Amar Dr. Abdul Aziz Dato Husain, Direktor Eksekutif Sarawak Skills & Kolej Universiti i-CATS Hallman Sabri sereta bala bukai. -EDISI UKAS

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Rural Communities Must Be Ready To Reap The Benefits Of Development Projects

PALOH: Rural communities, particularly in Paloh, Kedang, and Berangan, must prepare to reap the benefits of the development projects planned to be implemented in the next four to five years. According to Deputy Minister in the Sarawak Premier's Department (Corporate Affairs, Information and UKAS), Datuk Abdullah Saidol, a major project in particular involves the construction of roads that will connect Paloh, Kedang, and Berangan to Tanjung Manis. He said this project will not only improve connectivity but also lead to additional infrastructure projects for the benefit of locals. "We have heard good news from the Member of Parliament for Tanjong Manis (Ir Yusuf Abd Wahab). “InshaAllah, within the next five years, I believe the areas will see an increase in traffic. So, be prepared (for the need) to repair the roads in villages, and so on,” he said at the Pulau Paloh Festival held here, on Monday. Earlier during the event, Ir Yusuf highlighted that physical works for the road construction project connecting Paloh, Kedang, and Berangan to Tanjung Manis is set to begin in 2026, with the tender process expected to be issued by the end of 2025. He urged the community to remain patient as the large-scale project requires time for proper execution. Meanwhile, the Pulau Paloh Festival featured various exciting activities, such as fishing competitions, netball, futsal, tug-of-war, and lucky draw events, with participation from the residents of Kampung Paloh, Kedang, and Berangan. -UKASnews

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Para SUKMA: Sibling Trio Shine For Sarawak In Swimming

KUCHING: The Jaranding siblings, Donny, Julius, and Stanley, demonstrated their commitment to Sarawak by earning a total of one gold, two silver, and two bronze medals at the Para Malaysia Games (Para SUKMA) 2024 swimming event today. Donny secured a gold in the Men’s 100m LC Breaststroke (SB13), while Julius and Stanley each earned medals in the Men’s 100m LC Breaststroke (SB12) and Men’s 100m LC Backstroke (SB12), with Julius taking home two silver medals and Stanley winning two bronze medals. Speaking to reporters after the medal presentation, the trio recalled how their vision impairments became evident at the age of nine, leading them to attend a school for special education. "During high school, people started to notice our swimming talent. We represented our school, our state, and even our country. Now, we're proud to be back representing Sarawak at Para SUKMA," Donny said. At 44, Donny mentioned this will be his last Para SUKMA due to the age limit. However, he hopes to continue contributing to the sports as a coach, with a focus on discovering new talent for new para athletes. The siblings' journey reflects their hard work and determination, and they are dedicated to supporting Sarawak’s achievements, both in and out of the pool. -UKASnews

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SEA Games Will Drive Development In Sarawak

KUCHING: The Federal Government’s decision to host the 2027 Southeast Asian (SEA) Games in Sarawak, Penang, and Kuala Lumpur is seen as a smart move, creating a 'win-win' situation for these three areas. This hosting concept breaks the long-standing tradition of holding the games solely in Peninsular Malaysia, as had been done in six previous editions in 1965, 1971, 1977, 1989, 2001, and most recently in 2017, when Malaysia emerged as the overall champion. For the record, the last time the SEA Games were co-hosted with other states was in 2001, whereby Johor, Penang, and Negeri Sembilan joined forces. During the closing ceremony of the Malaysia Games (SUKMA) XXI 2024 in Kuching on August 24, Prime Minister Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim agreed that Malaysia would host the 2027 SEA Games, with Sarawak, Sabah, and Penang ready to jointly commit to the event. However, Sabah is reconsidering its proposal to co-host the games. At the opening ceremony of the 21st Para SUKMA on September 22, Minister of Youth and Sports Hannah Yeoh confirmed that only Sarawak, Penang, and Kuala Lumpur will co-host the 2027 SEA Games. The original idea came when the Prime Minister proposed the plan to Sarawak Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri (Dr) Abang Abdul Rahman Zohari Tun Datuk Abang Openg, to involve Sarawak as a co-host during an event in the nation’s capital. Datuk Patinggi Abang Zohari quickly agreed to Sarawak’s role as a co-host and announced a commitment of RM350 million to cover half of the hosting costs. Early discussions determined that 36 sports will be featured in the 2027 SEA Games, with 18 of them held in Sarawak, including the opening ceremony. The remaining sports will be split between Penang and Kuala Lumpur, with Kuala Lumpur also set to host the closing ceremony. Sarawak’s selection as the venue for the opening ceremony is seen as a significant recognition by the central government, following the state’s successful hosting of the 21st SUKMA. Holistic Sports Development From Sarawak’s perspective, hosting the 2027 SEA Games presents the best opportunity to boost holistic sports development, which will bring positive economic impact to the state. During the recent incentive presentation for the 21st SUKMA medal winners, Datuk Patinggi Abang Zohari emphasised that, for the sake of the nation’s athletes, particularly those from Sarawak, the state is willing to spend generously to co-host the SEA Games. “The cost of hosting the SEA Games is quite high, but for the development of young people, especially the youth of Sarawak, I am willing to be a co-host. “When this happens, the countries that come will certainly learn where Sarawak is, understand our status, and witness the talent of Sarawak’s youth because sports are one of the platforms for our development,” said the Sarawak Premier. Sarawak has set a target to become a sporting powerhouse in Malaysia by 2030, and the SEA Games are seen as the perfect stepping stone to accelerate this transition, in addition to Sarawak’s involvement in SUKMA since 1986. For years, the SEA Games has provided Sarawak with an important platform to nurture athletes who shine on the international stage. It has been a proving ground for local athletes before they progress to higher levels. It was on this stage that athletes like Datu Pandelela Rinong Pamg, Bryan Nickson Lomas, Daniel Bego, Welson Sim, and Watson Nyambek made their names before advancing to the Olympics. We can’t forget Datu Pandelela’s achievement when she won her first SEA Games gold medal in 2007 in Thailand at just 14 years old. At the same age, former national swimmer Daniel Bego also won his first gold medal during his debut at the 2003 SEA Games in Hanoi. The SEA Games have also been a platform for athletes like Jackie Wong, Grace Wong, and other Sarawakian sports stars to claim gold medals, proving they can compete with athletes from across ASEAN. Thus, hosting the SEA Games in Sarawak is the right move, aligning with the state government’s vision to develop competitive, calibre athletes who can make the nation proud. World-Class Sports Facilities During the National Day celebrations in Sibu, Datuk Patinggi Abang Zohari explained that Sarawak will ensure all sports facilities are upgraded in preparation for hosting the SEA Games. In addition to upgrades, Sarawak will also build a new velodrome in Petra Jaya to host cycling events. Of course, this will come at a high cost, but that is the price Sarawak must pay before reaping the benefits in terms of athlete development and sports tourism. The recently concluded SUKMA XXI saw Sarawak dominate several sports like diving, tenpin bowling, taekwondo, muaythai, and petanque, helping the state reclaim the championship after 30 years. In addition to intensive development programmes, Sarawak’s success this time was due to the athletes' training using world-class facilities both locally and abroad. The Pandelela Rinong Aquatic Centre has been the breeding ground for many Sarawakian divers who continue its namesake's legacy, including Bertrand Rhodict Lises, who made his Olympic debut at Paris 2024, Enrique Maccartney Harold, Elvis Priestley Clement, Kimberly Bong, and many more. Meanwhile, the tenpin bowling centre at Megalane Sarawak, Batu Kawa, recognised as one of the best in Asia, produced world youth champion Nur Hazirah Ramli, who helped Malaysia win the International Bowling Federation (IBF) World Youth Championship for the first time in South Korea in July. Even sports like cricket have come close to making history by winning gold at the 21st SUKMA after Sarawak built its own cricket field. Perhaps Sarawak will soon break the dominance of Terengganu or other states in cycling at the next SUKMA, especially if our athletes train at our own velodrome. It’s not impossible for Sarawak to produce another Diana Bong after the state built its own wushu centre, which was used during the recent SUKMA. This is why Sarawak didn’t hesitate when offered the chance to co-host the SEA Games, seeing the long-term benefits, particularly in terms of athletic excellence. Boosting Sports Tourism Having world-class sports facilities will give Sarawak a significant advantage, especially in driving the sports tourism sector. Every year, Sarawak hosts various international tournaments, including tenpin bowling, tennis, muaythai, badminton, boxing, Spartan races, and more. This number is expected to rise if Sarawak builds or upgrades more sports facilities for the SEA Games. Sarawak could also consider hosting other world-class sporting events after the SEA Games, as foreign countries will be confident in the state’s ability to organise such events. This is crucial to ensure that these newly built sports facilities don’t become 'white elephants,' leading to financial losses for the state government and hindering athlete development. According to current statistics, Sarawak recorded 1,615,912 visitor arrivals from January to April 2024, generating tourism receipts of around RM4.170 billion. Of this total, 997,451 were international arrivals, including those participating in sports events, while 618,461 were domestic arrivals. These numbers will continue to increase annually if the Sarawak Government organises more international sporting events. Driving Economic Growth Hosting the SEA Games will pave the way for Sarawak to accelerate the acquisition of MASwings to establish its own airline. According to Datuk Patinggi Abang Zohari, Sarawak’s airline will be operational by 2027 to facilitate the travel of athletes from other countries in the region to the state. He also mentioned that Sarawak needs to fast-track the completion of the Autonomous Rapid Transit (ART) system by 2027 to provide convenient transport for athletes travelling between venues. “I believe that by 2027, Sarawak’s public transport system, especially the ART, will be fully operational, making movement around the city easier,” he said. The SEA Games will also bring economic benefits to the hospitality, accommodation, and various related sectors. As part of the early plans, the Sarawak government has approved the construction of three more international-standard hotels to be developed by private companies. As the minister responsible for tourism, Dato Sri Abdul Karim said these hotels will help accommodate the influx of visitors to Sarawak, particularly during the SEA Games. Putting Sarawak On The World Map Sarawak has already proven its capability by successfully hosting the  SUKMA XXI, with some comparing the opening ceremony to the Olympic Games in Paris. The commitment and dedication shown in hosting SUKMA XXI serve as a solid testament to Sarawak’s readiness to co-host the SEA Games. As Datuk Patinggi Abang Zohari explained, hosting the SEA Games is not only a platform for national athletes to gain international exposure. More importantly, it will put Sarawak on the sporting map of ASEAN, raising the state’s profile as a host for prestigious global sporting events. Without a doubt, much preparation is needed, and Sarawak must start now to ensure the success of the inaugural hosting of this event, especially the opening ceremony, will be the most grand and impressive in the history of the SEA Games. -UKASnews

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Sarawak Guna Rumput Hasilkan Tenaga Boleh Diperbaharui, Pertama Di Rantau Asia Tenggara

KUCHING: Sarawak sekali lagi bakal mencipta sejarah apabila menjadi negeri pertama di rantau Asia Tenggara memperkenalkan kaedah penggunaan rumput untuk menghasilkan tenaga boleh diperbaharui. Premier Sarawak Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri (Dr) Abang Abdul Rahman Zohari Tun Datuk Abang Openg berkata, penanaman rumput seluas 800 ekar di Bintulu menyaksikan rumput hibrid tropika ditukarkan kepada biojisim dan dijadikan sebagai bahan mentah untuk menghasilkan tenaga termasuk tenaga boleh diperbaharui yang boleh dituai dalam kitaran tiga bulan. “Kalau dilihatkan, kita merupakan yang pertama di Asia Tenggara menghasilkan tenaga boleh diperbaharui menggunakan rumput. Ini bermakna kita di Sarawak boleh menanam rumput untuk dijadikan sebagai bahan untuk menghasilkan elektrik. "Bukan sahaja untuk kerbau atau lembu yang secara tradisinya kita ketahui sebagai sumber untuk menghasilkan tenaga elektrik yang dapat menggantikan arang batu sebagai biojisim, tetapi saya ingin berkongsi bahawa Sarawak sudah menghasilkan sumber tersebut (menggunakan kaedah ini),” jelasnya. Beliau berkata demikian ketika berucap dalam Majlis Joint International Conference 2024 – Jabatan Tanah Dan Survei di sebuah hotel terkemuka di Kuching pada Selasa. Tambah Premier Sarawak, dengan adanya kaedah baharu ini, rakyat kini boleh memilih sama ada ingin menanam kelapa atau rumput bagi menjana pendapatan. Jelasnya, rakyat yang mempunyai tanah yang sesuai boleh memilih komoditi yang mampu menjana pendapatan lumayan sekali gus dapat mengeluarkan mereka dari kelompok kemiskinan. Turut hadir Timbalan Premier Sarawak Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan, Setiausaha Tetap Kementerian Sumber Asli dan Pembangunan Bandar Sarawak Datu Abdullah Julaihi, Pengarah Jabatan Tanah Dan Survei Sarawak Awang Zamhari Awang Mahmood, Dekan Fakulti Alam Bina dan Juruukuran Universiti Teknologi Malaysia Professor Doctor Kherun Nita Ali serta tetamu kehormat yang lain. -EDISI UKAS  

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Timuran Kembangan Rangkul Anugerah JCI Malaysia Sustainable Development Award

KUCHING: Projek ‘Responsible ReSourceLution’ yang dilaksanakan oleh syarikat tempatan, Timuran Kembangan Sdn Bhd antara yang menerima pengiktirafan berprestij, Anugerah JCI Malaysia Sustainable Development Award 2024. Penyampaian anugerah disampaikan oleh Timbalan Menteri Ekonomi Malaysia, Dato Hanifah Hajar Taib yang diadakan di Setia Alam, Selangor pada Isnin. Dalam ucapannya, Dato Hanifah Hajar berkata bahawa pemain industri di Malaysia perlu memfokuskan ke arah mencapai Matlamat Pembangunan Kemampanan (SDG) 2030 dengan mengambil kira corak cuaca dunia berubah dengan drastik kebelakangan ini. “Fenomena bencana alam menuntut keprihatinan semua pihak kerana ia sudah mula menjadi krisis bencana pada peringkat global. “Satu demi satu bencana di seluruh dunia termasuk Malaysia perlu menjadi titik permulaan kepada pelbagai pihak untuk berganding bahu menangani krisis ini,” katanya. Sementara itu, Pengerusi Projek Timuran Kembangan Dato Rahman Lariwoo berkata pengurusan sisa inovatif dan komprehensif ini mentransformasikan sisa kepada sumber bernilai melalui penggunaan secara bertanggungjawab. Menurutnya, projek inovatif itu memfokuskan kepada pengedaran dan penggunaan Minyak Gas Ringan (LFO) dan minyak masak yang diguna semula. “Projek ini bertujuan merevolusi amalan pengurusan sisa dengan mempromosi penggunaan lestari, mengurangkan impak alam sekitar dan memupuk ekonomi sekular. “Timuran Kembangan telah muncul sebagai pengedar terbesar bahan bakar bersih di Sarawak yang mengamalkan pengurusan sisa secara bertanggungjawab. “Dengan mempromosi penggunaan LFO dalam industri dan sistem dandang komersial, Timuran Kembangan membantu pelanggan meningkatkan kebolehpercayaan dan prestasi peralatan mereka dengan mengurangkan impak alam sekitar.” Beliau berkata demikian dalam satu kenyataan pada Selasa bagi mengulas mengenai perkara itu. Katanya, LFO yang mempunyai kecekapan tinggi namun rendah pelepasan karbon menjadikannya penyelesaian tenaga lestari terbaik berbanding minyak berat dan arang batu. Konsep projek tersebut adalah dengan mengumpul minyak masak dari perniagaan makanan dan restoran untuk menangani sisa tersebut memasuki sistem pembentung dan memusnahkannya, ujarnya. “Dengan menggunakan teknologi kitaran terkini, projek ini memastikan minyak tersebut dikumpul secara efektif, diproses dan digunakan semula sebagai produk bernilai seperti biodesel dan pelincir industri. “Minyak masak terpakai itu akan ditukar kepada minyak bio, sumber tenaga diperbaharui yang boleh mengurangkan pelepasan karbon hingga 90 peratus berbanding minyak berasaskan petroleum. “Melalui pendekatan holistik dalam pengurusan sisa ini, Timuran Kembangan sedang menerajui perubahan positif di rantau ini, menyumbang kepada masa depan yang lebih lestari, bersih dan efisien,” ujar Dato Rahman lagi. Pada masa sama, beliau menyeru kerjasama daripada Kementerian Kerajaan Tempatan Sarawak untuk menyokong usaha pihaknya bagi memastikan projek tersebut dapat terus dilaksanakan dengan efisien. Selain itu, beliau turut mengajak masyarakat untuk menyokong usaha Timuran Kembangan mewujudkan alam sekitar yang bersih dan bebas dari pencemaran untuk manfaat generasi akan datang. Selain Timuran Kembangan, penerima lain untuk anugerah berprestij tersebut adalah projek NASA Space Apps Sarawak 2023 yang dilaksanakan oleh Kementerian Pendidikan, Inovasi dan Pembangunan Bakat (MEITD) dan projek ‘iBuyBack’ yang dilaksanakan oleh Majlis Bandaraya Kuching Selatan (MBKS). Pengarah Urusan Timuran Kembangan Johnny Ting Su King hadir bagi menerima anugerah berkenaan. - EDISI UKAS

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Karnival HIP Tingkat Penguasaan Bahasa Inggeris Pelajar Sarawak

SERIAN: Karnival Program Penghayatan Tinggi (HIP) adalah salah satu usaha untuk meningkatkan penguasaan bahasa Inggeris dalam kalangan pelajar. Menteri Pendidikan, Inovasi dan Pembangunan Bakat Sarawak, Dato Sri Roland Sagah Wee Inn, berkata program ini menjadi tonggak penting dalam usaha berterusan meningkatkan standard kecekapan bahasa Inggeris di sekolah-sekolah Sarawak. Beliau menekankan pentingnya bahasa Inggeris bukan sahaja dalam pendidikan tetapi juga dalam dunia pekerjaan. “Bahasa Inggeris merupakan bahasa utama dalam sains, teknologi, dan perniagaan, menjadikannya kunci untuk membuka peluang dalam pelbagai bidang di peringkat antarabangsa. "Kerajaan Sarawak, melalui Kementerian Pendidikan, Inovasi dan Pembangunan Bakat (MEITD), komited untuk memastikan pelajar bersedia dalam menguasai bahasa Inggeris. "Ini terbukti melalui inisiatif seperti Program Dwibahasa (DLP) Sarawak dan HIP yang dilaksanakan di sekolah-sekolah,”katanya. Beliau berkata demikian semasa berucap merasmikan program itu di sini pada Selasa. Dalam pada itu, Dato Sri Roland turut mengumumkan pelancaran Program Peningkatan Pendidikan Sarawak (SEEP) pada 1 Ogos yang bertujuan untuk membantu pelajar yang lemah dalam subjek teras seperti Sains, Matematik, Biologi, Kimia, Fizik dan lain-lain. “Program ini menyediakan tuisyen tambahan untuk pelajar Tingkatan 3, 4, dan 5, dengan matlamat untuk meningkatkan prestasi SPM di Sarawak,”tambah beliau. Dato Sri Roland juga menekankan bahawa menguasai bahasa Inggeris tidak mengurangkan kepentingan Bahasa Malaysia sebagai bahasa kebangsaan. Sebaliknya, ia memperlihatkan kepelbagaian budaya dan keupayaan kita untuk berjaya di peringkat global tanpa melupakan akar budaya kita.-EDISI UKAS