The Borneo Post (Sabah)
CM receives new Indonesion Head of Consulate in Tawau
KOTA KINABALU: Sabah Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor on Wednesday received a courtesy call from the Head of the Consulate of the Republic of Indonesia (KRI) in Tawau, Dino Nurwahyudin, at Menara Kinabalu here. The Chief Minister’s Office, in a...
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Cops seize over 51kg meth in August ops, arrest six
KOTA KINABALU: Separate police operations in Papar and Penampang last month led to the seizure of 51.624kg of methamphetamine worth RM2.581 million. The raids on Aug 19 and 25 respectively saw the arrest of six people, including two women, said Sabah...
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Aid for fire victims
KOTA KINABALU: Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor yesterday visited the victims of the Kampung Numbak fire, and handed over RM3,000 in assistance to each Malaysian head of household to help alleviate their burden. According to him, the aid...
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Three villages burned, 3 children die
KOTA KINABALU: Three children, including a brother and sister, were found dead after being burned in a fire involving three villages with stilt houses in Kampung Lok Buta, Kampung Lok Poring and Kampung Sabang Lama, Numbak Sepanggar near here yesterday...
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25 new divisional chiefs
KOTA KINABALU: Parti Gagasan Rakyat Sabah (Gagasan Rakyat) on Saturday announced the appointment of 25 new divisional chiefs (pro tem) following the restructuring of its divisions according to parliamentary constituencies. Chief Minister and Gagasan...
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Sabah needs more skilled local workers
KOTA KINABALU: Sabah needs more highly skilled local workers to ensure its people become the main drivers of the state’s economic growth and development, said Datuk James Ratib. The Education, Science, Technology and Innovation Minister said human...
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KPDN expands vehicle maintenance subsidy
PUTRAJAYA: Motorists can receive a RM70 subsidy for vehicle maintenance at 531 participating service centres and workshops nationwide under the expanded Servis Ihsan Madani (SIM) programme. Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Minister Datuk Armizan Mohd...
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RM4.15 mln beer smuggling attempts foiled
KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah Customs Department has foiled nine attempts to smuggle beer worth RM4.15 million, including duties and taxes, through Sepanggar Port. The seizures, involving a total of 190,080 litres of beer, were made during enforcement...
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Safeguard unity and harmony
KOTA KINABALU: Sabahans have been urged to preserve the State’s unity and harmony by embracing mutual respect, wisdom and cooperation despite differences in race, religion and culture. Yang di-Pertua Negeri Sabah Tun Musa Aman said Sabah’s diversity...
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HPPNS celebration moves beyond KK
KOTA KINABALU: Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor has backed plans to take the 2026 State-level Sabah Farmers, Livestock Breeders and Fishermen’s Day (HPPNS) celebration to the districts, rather than holding it exclusively in Kota...
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Sabah needs more Child Friendly Cities
The Child Friendly City concept should be expanded to more districts in Sabah to ensure the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children are addressed comprehensively. Assistant Minister of Women, Health and People’s Wellbeing Datuk Rina Jainal said the...
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Six new railway halts now operational
KOTA KINABALU: Six new railway halts between Sembulan and Kinarut have been completed, said Deputy Chief Minister III Datuk Ewon Benedick. He said the six halts—KM 7.7 Kepayan, KM 8.1 KKIA, Taman Jumbo Petagas, Bukit Vor, Kg Lembising Putatan and Kem...
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RM500,000 boost for Sabah Aerospace TVET
KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah government has welcomed the approval of RM500,000 by the Human Resources Ministry (Kesuma) to support students pursuing Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in aerospace at the Mega Aerospace Centre (KKIP...
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Kota Kinabalu set for dual celebrations
KOTA KINABALU: Sabah will host a full-day programme for National Day and Sabah Day celebrations on Aug 31, with about 180 contingents expected to take part in the morning parade and thousands of people anticipated to gather at Dataran Bandaraya...
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Sabah’s Segaliud Lokan Forest Reserve proves environmental restoration and commercial forestry can coexist – KTS Group MD
KOTA KINABALU: A longterm commitment to forest management, backed by stable policy, secure tenure and strong regulatory oversight, has enabled the Segaliud Lokan Forest Reserve (SLFR) to demonstrate that environmental restoration and commercial...
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Malaysia, Indonesia step up haze cooperation
KOTA KINABALU: Malaysia and Indonesia are stepping up cooperation to monitor hotspots and prevent open burning as the region enters a hotter and drier period linked to El Nino, said Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Minister Datuk Seri...
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Be responsive, integritydriven in administration
KENINGAU: Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor wants district officers (DOs) and assistant DOs to consistently practise a responsive, proactive and integrity-driven work culture, while being bold in adopting new approaches. He highlighted...
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Sabah blue economy eyed for Budget
TAWAU: Mechanisms for the blue economy being developed by the Sabah Government have the potential to be included in Budget 2027 to strengthen marine-based sectors and create new economic opportunities in the state. Second Finance Minister Datuk Seri...
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‘Defend human dignity, protect peace’
SANDAKAN: Peace must be protected by defending human dignity, resolving disputes without violence, and refusing to ignore the suffering of others, said Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor. “We must reject the hatred, dehumanisation and...
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Sabah eyes Tuaran expansion for Kinabalu Geopark
TUARAN: The Sabah government is studying a proposal to expand the Kinabalu Unesco Global Geopark (KUGGp) to include parts of Tuaran, following findings highlighting the district’s geological, ecological and cultural significance. Chief Minister Datuk...
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Sabah International Expo 2026 targets over 30,000 visitors
KOTA KINABALU: More than 30,000 trade visitors, delegates, members of the public and participants from 15 countries are expected at the Sabah International Expo 2026 (SIE2026), to be held here from Sept 2 to 6. The Malaysian International Chamber of...
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Musa: Sabah syariah reforms should include greater professionalism, accountability
KOTA KINABALU: Sabah’s syariah judicial system is undergoing significant transformation, with reforms in infrastructure, judicial appointments, and legislation aimed at strengthening the courts and making them more responsive to the needs of...
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Hajiji vows equal devt across Tuaran
TUARAN: Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor has reiterated his commitment to ensuring that all four state constituencies under the Tuaran parliamentary seat receive development on par with other areas in Sabah. As a chief minister from...
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Hajiji: Speed up projects for people
KOTA KINABALU: Some of the issues affecting the people raised during the recent Sabah State Legislative Assembly sitting must be resolved quickly through the implementation of high impact and low-cost “low-hanging fruit” projects, said Datuk Seri...
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Sabah seeks Tawau-Tarakan flights revival
TAWAU: The Sabah government is seeking to revive the Tawau-Tarakan flight route to Indonesia, which has been suspended since the COVID-19 pandemic, in a bid to boost the tourism and economic sectors of both regions. State Assistant Minister of...
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UCSF urged to attract more foreign students
KOTA KINABALU: University College Sabah Foundation (UCSF) should consider opening its doors to international students as part of efforts to enhance its global reputation, promote knowledge exchange and generate economic benefits for the local...
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AKPS busts RM3.42mln frozen meat scam
KOTA KINABALU: The Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS) has seized 12 containers carrying frozen animal products worth an estimated RM3.42 million at Sepanggar Port. The seizure was the result of an enforcement operation targeting...
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Sabah seeks lower ESSZone advisories
KOTA KINABALU: Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor wants the positive security developments in the Eastern Sabah Security Zone (ESSZone) to be communicated more effectively to foreign missions, including embassies and high commissions in...
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PROTUNe companies record RM1.4m sales
KOTA KINABALU: Young Entrepreneurs Programme (PROTUNe) companies recorded total sales of RM1.4 million and net profits of RM380,098.41 throughout the nine-month 2025 programme, reflecting the potential of the initiative in developing creative,...
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RM662,088 smuggled goods seized
The Royal Malaysian Customs Department (JKDM) Sabah seized subsidised controlled goods and untaxed cigarettes worth RM662,088.26 including tax in five cases throughout July. Sabah Customs director Dr Ahmad Taufik Sulaiman said two men in their 40s...
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329kg drugs seized
SEMPORNA: Police arrested a husband and wife after seizing 254.35 kilogrammes (kg) of syabu in a raid at an oil palm plantation in the district on July 13. Sabah Police Commissioner Datuk Jauteh Dikun said the raid, conducted at about 4am, was carried...
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Tawau water woes to end soon
TAWAU: The water supply issues affecting residents in this district are expected to be resolved once the RM450.5 million Phase III Tawau Water Supply Scheme project is completed, said Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor. He said the...
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Sabah secures 40 pct stake in FLNG
KALABAKAN: The Sabah government is expected to receive a 40 per cent stake in the floating liquefied natural gas (FLNG) facility project in Sabah under an agreement to be signed with Petroliam Nasional Berhad (Petronas) soon, said Chief Minister Datuk...
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JKR diverts traffic following bridge closure in KK
KOTA KINABALU: A bridge at KM2.850 along Jalan Tun Fuad Stephen has been closed with immediate effect after a serious structural defect was discovered during an inspection by the Sabah Public Works Department (JKR). In a public notice issued on...
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Sabah allocates over RM100 mln scholarships
KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah government continues to strengthen its human capital development agenda by allocating more than RM100 million for the Sabah State Government Scholarship (BKNS) this year. The scholarship will benefit thousands of students...
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Shafie to appeal five-week jail sentence for contempt of court
KOTA KINABALU: Parti Warisan president Datuk Seri Panglima Mohd Shafie Apdal will appeal against his conviction for contempt of court after the Kota Kinabalu Sessions Court sentenced him to five weeks’ imprisonment on Wednesday. The court, however,...
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RM70.6 mln Lok KawiKinarut road upgrade
PAPAR: The RM70.6 million upgrading project for Lok Kawi Road from the Sabindo Roundabout to SMK Kinarut is expected to ease traffic congestion and enhance road safety along the rapidly developing Lok KawiPengalat-Papar corridor. Chief Minister Datuk...
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3 Tawau schools shut amid floods
TAWAU: Three schools in the district have been ordered to close temporarily following flooding in several areas caused by continuous rain since Saturday. The affected schools are Sekolah Kebangsaan (SK) Kuala Apas, SK Batu 22 and Sekolah Rendah Agama...
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Sabah increases aid for non-Muslim institutions to RM90 mln
SANDAKAN: Financial assistance for Chinese independent schools, mission schools and non-Muslim religious bodies in Sabah has more than doubled to RM90 million this year, up from RM43 million in 2020. Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor said...
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Hajiji orders swift response to Tawau floods
KOTA KINABALU: Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor has directed the Sabah Disaster Command Centre to closely monitor the flood situation in Tawau after the district was declared a disaster zone following widespread flooding. The flooding,...
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BICAM widens justice access through mediation
KOTA KINABALU: The Borneo International Centre for Arbitration and Mediation has launched its Pro Bono Mediation Initiative to provide individuals and small businesses with greater access to professional dispute resolution services. The initiative was...
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Sabah Assembly passes nine Bills
KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah State Legislative Assembly passed nine Bills during its four-day sitting from July 20 to 23, including three new enactments, five amendment Bills and the Supplementary Supply Bill 2026, which provides an additional RM1.61...
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Sabah affirms firm stance on immigration autonomy
The Sabah state government is firm in its stance that the enforcement of the Malaysia Border Control and Protection Agency Act 2024 (Act 860) must not erode the state’s immigration autonomy, the State Legislative Assembly was told on...
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SMJE contributes RM89.461 million to Sabah govt
KOTA KINABALU: An RM89.461 million contribution from SMJ Energy Sdn Bhd’s (SMJE) to the Sabah government was presented at the State Legislative Assembly Building here on Monday, witnessed by Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor. During the...
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Sabah accelerates shift towards renewable energy
KOTA KINABALU: Sabah aims to raise renewable energy to 50 per cent of its generation capacity mix by 2035 under the Sabah Energy Roadmap and Master Plan 2040 (SE-RAMP 2040), said Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor. Hajiji said this when...
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RM3.4 million frozen food seized
KOTA KINABALU: The seizure of 12 containers of frozen food worth an estimated RM3.4 million underscores the effectiveness of enforcement efforts to safeguard food security and consumer confidence, said Sabah Agriculture, Fisheries and Food Industry...
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Sabah intensifies support for special needs
KENINGAU: The Sabah government will continue to support efforts that strengthen collaborative networks which expand access to education, early intervention and support services for children with special educational needs, said Chief Minister Datuk Seri...
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Anwar slams resistance to national reforms
NILAI: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the biggest challenge in implementing national reforms stems not from a lack of technology or expertise, but from the reluctance of certain quarters to embrace change, including among members of the...
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Customs busts RM1.3 mln pangolin scales smuggling
SANDAKAN: The Royal Malaysian Customs Department (JKDM) Sabah has foiled an attempt to smuggle 100 kilogrammes of pangolin scales worth an estimated RM1.3 million, believed to have been destined for export through Sandakan Airport. The seizure was...
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‘Fuel subsidy system queries underway to meet Sabah’s realities’
RANAU: Improvements to the implementation of the Budi Diesel subsidy mechanism in Sabah are expected within the next two or three weeks following ongoing engagement sessions between the state state government and relevant federal...
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Sabah aims for STEM hub status
KOTA KINABALU: Sabah aims to become the leading Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education hub in East Malaysia through a proposal to establish a state-level STEM Centre here and 24 district branches statewide. Sabah Education,...
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Hajiji: Sabah open for business
KOTA KINABALU: Sabah welcomes serious investors to come and establish win-win partnerships, said Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor. According to him, Sabah’s economic transformation has been remarkable. “We have grown from an economy...
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Closer monitoring of PBT
TAWAU: The Sabah Ministry of Local Government and Housing (KKTP) does not rely solely on written reports but conducts onsite visits throughout the state to monitor the performance of local authority (PBT) councillors. Its Minister, Datuk Dr Mohd...
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Youth driving Sabah’s future together
TAWAU: Youth are no longer merely future leaders but have become idea generators, economic drivers, innovation leaders, community leaders and strategic partners of the government in shaping Sabah’s development, said Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji...
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Sabah renews affordable housing commitment
KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah government remains committed to ensuring every Sabahan has access to quality, affordable and sustainable housing, said State Local Government and Housing Minister Datuk Dr Mohd Arifin Mohd Arif. He said the ministry would...
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Sabah pushes fairer diesel subsidy mechanism
KOTA KINABALU: Sabah is seeking federal refinements to the Budi Diesel subsidy mechanism to better reflect on-the-ground realities, particularly in rural areas and the food production sector. State Agriculture, Fisheries and Food Industry Minister...
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Domestic violence remains serious in Sabah
TAWAU: A total of 531 domestic violence cases have been recorded in Sabah so far this year, with more than 50 cases reported in Tawau alone, highlighting the continued seriousness of the issue. Assistant Minister of Women, Health and People’s...
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United civil service powers SMJ 2.0 success
KOTA KINABALU: The success of realising the aspiration of Sabah Maju Jaya (SMJ) 2.0 Development Plan lies in the strength, commitment and capability of the entire civil service to work as a well-coordinated team, said Sabah State Secretary Datuk...
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95 unregistered childcare centres in Sabah
KOTA KINABALU: Datuk Julita Majungki has urged parents to prioritise registered childcare centres (taska) to ensure the safety and wellbeing of their children, while stressing the urgent need to expand childcare capacity in Sabah. The Sabah Minister...
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22,000 additional quota applications approved
KOTA KINABALU: Nearly 200,000 owners of diesel-powered pickup trucks and jeeps have been approved for an additional 100 litres of subsidised diesel under the Budi Madani Diesel (Budi Diesel) programme, bringing their total entitlement to 300 litres per...
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SMJ 2.0 drives Sabah talent development
KOTA KINABALU: The state government remains committed to strengthening human capital development through the Sabah Maju Jaya (SMJ) 2.0 Roadmap, said Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor. “This will help produce a stronger pipeline of skilled...
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Masidi champions TVET for future careers
RANAU: Students should pursue fields with strong job market demand, particularly technical and vocational education and training (TVET) and skills-based courses increasingly sought by industry. In saying this, Sabah Deputy Chief Minister II Datuk Seri...
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Cops monitor KK rallies, remind legal compliance for public safety
KOTA KINABALU: Police have only received one notification for the planned ‘Bangkit Sabahan 2.0’ peaceful assembly scheduled to take place around Kota Kinabalu on this Saturday (July 4). However, no notification has been submitted by the organisers of...
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Blueprint to strengthen biodiversity governance
KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah Government continues to strengthen biodiversity governance, the bioeconomy agenda and biotechnology through the implementation of the Sabah Biotechnology Action Blueprint 2024–2034, Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji...
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SMJ 2.0 drives workforce transformation
KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah government is committed to strengthening human capital development through the implementation of the Sabah Maju Jaya (SMJ) 2.0 Roadmap to produce more skilled workers capable of meeting the needs of future industries, including...
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Foreign tourism operators use local nominees
SEMPORNA: The Eastern Sabah Security Command (ESSCOM) has detected foreign tourism operators using local nominees for the operation of resorts, including accommodations, in Semporna. Its commander, Datuk Victor Sanjos said that the survey and initial...
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Regatta Lepa promotes Sabah culture
SEMPORNA: The lepa boats sailing majestically in the annual Lepa Regatta Lepa Festival in the waters of this district are not merely a symbol of maritime traditional aesthetics; instead, they serve as an important medium for introducing cultural...
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Regatta Lepa drives Sabah tourism
SEMPORNA: The State Government is planning various programmes under the Visit Sabah Year 2027 that will serve as a catalyst in strengthening Sabah’s brand as a world class tourism destination, said Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor. He...
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Sabah, S’wak strengthen partnership
KOTA KINABALU: Stronger collaboration between Sabah and Sarawak is essential to advancing Borneo’s industrial development, entrepreneurship and regional trade, said Sabah Deputy Chief Minister III Datuk Ewon Benedick. Ewon, who is also Sabah Minister...
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Sabah needs more maritime workers
KOTA KINABALU: Sabah continues to lag behind other states in terms of maritime workforce despite its vast coastline and natural advantages, said Deputy Chief Minister Datuk Ewon Benedick. The Minister of Industrial Development, Entrepreneurship and...
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RM24.2m smuggled cigarettes seized
TAWAU: The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) thwarted an attempt to smuggle duty-unpaid cigarettes worth RM24.2 million during an operation in waters south of Pulau Sipadan, Semporna, on Tuesday. The operation, conducted under Op Sejahtera...
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BUDI Diesel system to curb leakage
KOTA KINABALU: Efforts to curb fuel smuggling through the implementation of the BUDI MADANI Diesel (BUDI Diesel) programme will enable diesel subsidies to be distributed more fairly while delivering greater benefits to eligible Malaysians, said Second...
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Diesel subsidy reform saves RM2b
PUTRAJAYA:The implementation of the BUDI MADANI Diesel programme (BUDI Diesel) at a subsidised price of RM2.10 per litre of diesel from July is expected to generate savings of up to RM2 billion annually through the reduction of fuel subsidy...
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Subsidised diesel price to drop
BINTULU: The MADANI Government will reduce the price of subsidised diesel for Malaysians to RM2.10 per litre starting July 2026, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. He said this was implemented through the reform of targeted diesel subsidy...
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Upko urges unity among Sabah parties
RANAU: Stronger cooperation among Sabah-based local parties is essential to ensure development initiatives for the people in Ranau are implemented smoothly, said United Progressive Kinabalu Organisation (Upko) president Datuk Ewon Benedick. He called...
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