The Borneo Rainforest Lodge (BRL), nestled in Danum Valley, has always emphasised the importance of guests’ safety during their stay in this pristine wilderness. For that, BRL, a subsidiary of The Yayasan Sabah Group of Companies has conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation training course recently for its staff. The week-long course was held in collaboration between Lahad…
AirAsia, in collaboration with Kota Kinabalu International Airport (KKIA), hosted an engaging community programme for 40 students and teachers from Maktab Rendah Sains Mara (MRSM) Kota Kinabalu. This further reinforces its commitment to community upliftment and education. This programme aims to provide underprivileged students with a unique, educational experience related to air travel, sparking interest…
Eleven youth have completed their eight-month hospitality training programme under the hospitality engagement learning programme (HELP), which was conducted in collaboration between the Sabah Human Resource Development Department (JPSM) and Borneo Rainforest Lodge (BRL). The trainees were given hands-on practical training in housekeeping, front office, and environmental sustainability as well as learnt about the culinary…
The Sabah Local Government and Housing Ministry (KKTP) and the Institute of Landscape Architects Malaysia (ILAM) are bidding to host the International Federation of Landscape Architects (IFLA) World Congress in 2031. Both bodies also plan to attend the 2025 IFLA Congress in France next year. Deputy Chief Minister II and Local Government and Housing Minister,…
The Asia Triathlon Cup 2024 will be held on 2 November 2024 at Tanjung Aru Beach, featuring 63 elite athletes from 13 countries and 150 age-group athletes. The competition includes 43 men and 20 women from Japan, Australia, the United States, Great Britain, Uzbekistan, and various Southeast Asian nations. They will compete in a gruelling…
Sabah is making strides in promoting itself as a prime destination for international business and tourism. Kota Kinabalu City Hall Mayor, Dato’ Sri Dr Sabin Samitah, highlighted that the recent 2nd BigSabah Sale demonstrated strong interest from neighbouring countries, reinforcing efforts to position Kota Kinabalu as a hub for regional trade and cultural exchange. Held…
Sabah’s tourism sector is set to gain from the mobile home caravan initiative by Sabah Credit Corporation (SCC), aimed at bolstering rural tourism. This innovative Goway Series caravan, priced at RM120,000 and unveiled at the Big Sabah Sale event at Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC), is designed to offer a new, comfortable travel experience for…
The federal government has allocated RM270 million to enhance public transportation across Malaysia, aiming for efficient and sustainable options. At the launch of Kumpool Sabah at Universiti Malaysia Sabah, Sabah Commercial Vehicle Licensing Board (LPKP) Chairman Vivian Wong Shir Yee emphasized the importance of a robust transport network in Kota Kinabalu, which connects people to…
The BigSabah Sale has become a key platform for promoting local products and fostering international business collaborations. Tourism, Culture, and Environment Minister Datuk Seri Christina Liew emphasised the event’s role in boosting the tourism and business events (BE) industries, attracting visitors, creating jobs, and stimulating the local economy. She spoke during the launch of the…
Two key roads, Jalan Tamparuli-Kiulu near Kampung Malangang and Jalan Kiulu-Lawa Mandau near Kiulu town, have been severely affected by frequent road collapses caused by landslides. The inaccessibility has significantly impacted the community and the local tourism sector. During a site visit, Kiulu assemblyman Datuk Joniston Bangkuai, alongside Public Works Department (JKR) contractors, assessed the…