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Borneo Post
07-07-2025
- Politics
- Borneo Post
Naroden leads Gedong KMKK to pay courtesy call on Premier
Abang Johari (seated centre) in a group photo with the delegation, flanked by Mohd Naroden and Rodiyah. – Photo from Facebook/Sarawakku KUCHING (July 7): A group of village chiefs and community leaders (KMKK) from Gedong District paid a courtesy call on Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg at the State Legislative Assembly (DUN) Complex today. Dato Sri Mohd Naroden Majais, the Premier's special representative in Gedong, led the 50 member-delegation, with Batang Sadong MP Rodiyah Sapiee also present. A posting on the Premier's official Facebook page Sarawakku said the meeting started at 4pm and lasted for about an hour. The meeting began with a welcoming speech by Mohd Naroden, who shared the progress enjoyed by Gedong under the leadership of Abang Johari as its assemblyman. The Premier was also briefed on the progress of several development projects in the constituency. They also recited the Al-Fatihah prayer and observed a minute silence for Abang Johari's late wife Puan Sri Datuk Amar Juma'ani Tuanku Bujang, who passed away on June 23. Abang Johari Tun Openg community leaders Mohd Naroden Majais
Borneo Post
14-06-2025
- Politics
- Borneo Post
Tiong warns against politicising community leadership appointments
Tiong is warmly welcomed by attendees upon his arrival at the Ngiling Bidai dinner last night. BINTULU (June 14): Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture Dato Sri Tiong King Sing has issued a stern warning to those attempting to exploit the roles of community leaders for political gain. Tiong, who is also Bintulu MP, stressed that KMKK (Ketua Masyarakat dan Ketua Kaum) appointments are not the property of any political party, but positions entrusted with promoting social, economic, and cultural development within their respective longhouses or villages. 'The fundamental role of KMKK is to facilitate a more progressive and systematic approach to village administration and management, aimed at creating positive change within the community,' he said. He made the remarks while officiating at the Kemena Ngiling Bidai 2025 Dinner held at Dinner World Restaurant here last night. Tiong revealed that he had recently discussed the matter with the Premier of Sarawak, who reaffirmed that all KMKK appointments must follow proper procedures, uphold due process, and reflect collective decisions. 'These appointments are not the exclusive right of any party. They are a shared responsibility for the benefit of the people as a whole,' he asserted. He cautioned against any attempt to politicise KMKK roles or to use them as bargaining chips to gain political support. 'Such actions not only insult the existing administrative system but also betray the trust of the people,' he said. Tiong reminded all parties that KMKK positions are not owned by any group, but are official appointments made through a transparent and fair selection process set by the government. 'It is a responsibility to bridge grassroots communities with the government and to improve the people's well-being. Any practice of cronyism will only damage the credibility of the institution overnight,' he warned. appointment community leaders politics Tiong King Sing
Borneo Post
13-06-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Long-awaited Kanowit ferry service nears completion, will ease rural travel
Photo shows the ferry ramp opposite Pasar Tamu Kanowit, currently undergoing repair and upgrading works. KANOWIT (June 13): The long-awaited ferry service connecting Kanowit town and SMK Sedaya in Ngemah across the Rajang River should be operational soon, said Machan assemblyman Allan Siden Gramong. Speaking at the presentation ceremony of appointment letters to community leaders (KMKK) for Kanowit District today, Allan said repair works on the ferry terminal and supporting infrastructure were currently underway and progressing steadily. 'We hope the ferry would be operational this year. It is very much needed by the people of Kanowit. 'Currently, residents travelling from Ngemah to town have to use the Kanowit-Julau-Durin Road or Penyulau-Lukut Road, which takes a long time,' he said. He added that the ferry service would significantly shorten the travel time for rural villagers accessing key facilities in Kanowit town, such as the Kanowit Hospital and Kanowit District Office. Allan also revealed his proposal to establish a Kanowit Business Integrated Centre near the ferry terminal site. The proposed centre, he said, would house service counters from key government agencies such as Rural Water Supply Department (JBALB), Sesco and Telekom Malaysia. 'We are also proposing the construction of a new community hall at the same site, as the current town hall is limited in size and facilities,' he pointed out. Allan also expressed hope that the Sarawak government would consider and approve both projects, which should help ease congestion at the current Kanowit Market, especially during the peak morning hours. 'Having an integrated business centre and a new community hall near the ferry terminal would reduce traffic and improve convenience for the people.' At the same event, appointment letters were presented to community leaders under the Machan state constituency, which included five new appointees and 13 reappointments. 'I hope all the appointed leaders would serve sincerely and with integrity for the betterment of their respective communities,' said Allan. completion ferry service Kanowit
Borneo Post
06-06-2025
- Politics
- Borneo Post
Nanta hands over appointment letters to 46 community leaders in Song District
Lidam Assan (third left) presents a Letter of Appointment to the Ketua Kampung of Gelam Song, Hossein Damin as others look on. KAPIT (June 6): Minister for Works and Kapit MP Dato Sri Alexander Nanta Linggi on Thursday afternoon presented Letters of Appointment to 46 community leaders (KMKK) in the Song District during a ceremony held at the Song District Office meeting room. Among the recipients were 34 Tuai Rumah and Ketua Kampung, along with one Penghulu and one Pemanca, who received renewal letters for continued service. Ten newly appointed Tuai Rumah also received their appointment letters. In appreciation of their service, eight outgoing community leaders who had reached the mandatory retirement age of 76 were presented with certificates of appreciation. Nanta congratulated both the reappointed and newly appointed leaders, urging them to serve with integrity and dedication. 'For the newly appointed community leaders, you were chosen by the people because they believe you are capable of leading. I urge all of you to work closely with government agencies, the District Officer, and elected representatives such as Katibas assemblyman Lidam Assan and myself, to drive development in your respective villages,' he said. During the same event, Nanta and Lidam each contributed RM30,000 to the Song District Community Leaders' Association to support its ongoing activities. They also conducted a symbolic handover of a longboat equipped with a 30HP engine to the Song Fire and Rescue Team, enhancing its ability to respond to emergencies in the interior regions along the Rejang, Song, and Katibas Rivers. Also present at the event were Song District Officer Harry Bruce Edwin, Watson Awan Jalai (Political Secretary to the Premier of Sarawak), and Ambrose Abong Bugek (Political Secretary to the Minister for Works). alexander nanta linggi community leaders letters of appointment Lidam Assan
Borneo Post
26-05-2025
- Politics
- Borneo Post
New community leadership proposal to be tabled by special committee in Q3 2025
Sikie speaking during today's DUN sitting. KUCHING (May 26): The Sarawak government has reviewed 923 applications for new community leader posts from all divisions across the state, says Minister in Sarawak Premier's Department Dato Sri John Sikie Tayai. According to him, this proposal for these Ketua Masyarakat and Ketua Kaum (KMKK) posts will be tabled at the Special Committee on the Management of KMKK Affairs meeting, set for the third quarter of this year. In Sarawak 'Ketua Masyarakat (community leader) hierarchy, the post of 'Ketua Kaum' or 'Ketua Kampung' corresponds to village headman, similar to 'Tuai Rumah', who leads a longhouse. Going up are the 'Kapitan' (clan/neighbourhood/group chief), the 'Penghulu' (sub-division or settlement chief), the 'Pemanca' (district or regional chief), and the highest 'Temenggong' (paramount leader). Adding on, Sikie said the applications were reviewed based on general guidelines, including jurisdiction area size and the rising number of households. One general criterion for the creation of a Ketua Kaum post would be the minimum of 20 households in a village, or 20 'doors' (units) in a longhouse. 'The Sarawak government is aware of the need to increase the number of KMKK positions across the state. 'This is to further enhance the effectiveness of government service delivery to the people,' he said in his winding-up speech at the DUN sitting earlier today. On salary and allowance adjustments for KMKKs, the Kakus assemblyman said the last revision made by the state government was in 2018, which set an increase of RM100. 'As such, a new proposal to revise the salaries of community leaders and the allowances for Ketua Kaum has been tabled at the special committee meeting, which has decided that the proposal should be further detailed. 'This is to ensure the proposed rates are reasonable and commensurate with the responsibilities and roles of KMKKs,' he said. In this respect, Sikie said the government acknowledged the increasingly important roles and responsibilities of KMKKs in line with the state's aspiration of achieving the developed status by 2030 under the Post Covid-19 Development Strategy (PCDS) 2030. community leader DUN sitting John Sikie Tayai Ketua Masyarakat lead
