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Focus on major M’sian Cities

KOTA KINABALU: Eye for the major Malaysian cities and civil servants to revive the Sabah tourism industry. Kinabatangan-Corridor of Life-Tourism Operators Association (KiTA) President Alexander Yee reasoned that these two targets has the spending power, furthermore civil servants have been financially insulated during the Covid-19 pandemic. “For the time being, domestic market is not the…

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No ban on homestay as alleged

Kota Kinabalu City Hall director general Junainah Abbie, clarified that there is no ban on homestay businesses in the state. Homeowners can rent out their properties as long as they adhere to building plan approvals and business conditions. The response was prompted by a viral video alleging a ban due to pressure from Korean and…

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Kaamatan launch in Papar highlights unity and cultural heritage

PAPAR: May 1, 2026 The state-level Pesta Kaamatan was launched here with a strong emphasis on unity, cultural heritage and community harmony, reinforcing the harvest festival’s role as a cornerstone of Sabah’s cultural identity. The festival, themed “Kaamatan: Harvesting Unity, Celebrating Harmony”, highlights the importance of preserving traditions while strengthening bonds among Sabah’s diverse communities….

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Sabah to host Miss World M’sia 2023

The Tourism, Culture and Environment Ministry has endorsed the hosting of the Miss World Malaysia 2023 beauty pageant, in Sabah on Aug 25. Its Minister Datuk Christina Liew said she would like to see the prestigious event happening in Sabah as the contestants are regarded as tourism ambassadors. Liew stated: “We expect them to help…

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