21-07-2025
Kuching Got Talent gets RM40,000 boost from Sports Toto
(Front, third left) Yip hands over a mock cheque to Wee, as officials from Sports Toto and MBKS look on. — Photo by Roystein Emmor
KUCHING (July 22): The Kuching Got Talent 2025 (KGT2025), making its return for the 11th edition as part of the Kuching Festival, has received RM40,000 in sponsorship from STM Lottery Sdn Bhd (Sports Toto).
Kuching South Mayor Dato Wee Hong Seng said Sports Toto had remained a loyal and longstanding partner of the Kuching Festival for over 30 years, supporting various programmes aimed at promoting community engagement, youth participation and cultural development.
'Their unwavering support has enabled us to bring this event to life each year, providing opportunities for our people to discover and develop their talents in a positive and supportive environment.
'Corporate social responsibility plays a vital role in building a vibrant, inclusive society, and Sports Toto has continuously exemplified how businesses can contribute meaningfully.
'Their contributions to Kuching Got Talent go beyond financial – it is an investment in our community, in our future, and in the dreams of many aspiring individuals,' he said during a press conference at MBKS here yesterday.
For KGT2025, total of 160 entries involving some 220 participants have been received across four categories: 'Singing' – Age 12 and Below and Age 13 years and Above; 'Dancing'; and 'Other Talents'.
Auditions were held on July 5 and 6 at the MBKS Auditorium, resulting in 61 participants being shortlisted for the semi-finals, which is scheduled this Aug 9 at the MBKS Theatre.
The grand finale, featuring the Top 35 finalists, will be staged on Aug 10.
Also present during the ceremony yesterday was Sports Toto's Kuala Lumpur headquarters' external communications, communications and sustainability manager Yip Bing Tsong. kuching got talent lead sponsorship sports toto Wee Hong Seng
