02-06-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
Ministry extends digital empowerment schemes to rural Sarawak
KUALA LUMPUR: The Digital Ministry has extended its digital empowerment initiatives to rural Sarawak through an outreach programme at Rumah Collins in Selangau, Sibu.
Organised by Digital Nasional Bhd (DNB), the Jelajah Digital Rumah Panjang initiative introduced hands-on solutions to help local communities leverage digital tools for economic and social development.
Highlights of the programme included the 'eKelas Usahawan' talk by Maxis Bhd, a financial literacy session by SME Bank, and a TikTok Shop bootcamp, designed to equip rural entrepreneurs and youth with digital marketing and e-commerce skills.
CyberSecurity Malaysia (CSM) also conducted a session to promote awareness on online safety and responsible digital behaviour.
The event was attended by Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo and his deputy Datuk Wilson Ugak anak Kumbong.
Both leaders reiterated the ministry's commitment to extending digital inclusion to all parts of the country, including remote regions in Sarawak.
Gobind said every community, no matter how remote, should have equal access to digital tools and opportunities.
"We are here not just to launch programmes, but to listen, learn, and build meaningful connections that shape our national digital agenda," he said.
