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Daily Express
23-04-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
One-off Sabah State Education Fund aid for 194
Published on: Wednesday, April 23, 2025 Published on: Wed, Apr 23, 2025 Text Size: Group photo of TPNS recipients. Kota Kinabalu: The State Government's unwavering commitment to strengthening the education sector is further reinforced through the Sabah State Education Fund (TPNS) Presentation Ceremony at Menara Kinabalu, Tuesday. The ceremony saw 194 receiving one-time assistance to ease their educational expenses, including students, teachers and school representatives affected by the recent flood disaster. At the same ceremony, University College Sabah Foundation (UCSF) also received an allocation of TPNS funds to be distributed to its students, in line with ongoing efforts to broaden access to higher education for Sabah youths. The ceremony was graced by Science, Technology and Innovation Minister cum TPNS Implementation Committee Chairman Datuk Dr Mohd Arifin Mohd Arif. Also present were Yayasan Sabah Director Dato' Sri Gulamhaidar Khan Bahadar and other members of the TPNS Implementation Committee. The financial assistance reflects the State Government's deep concern for the challenges faced in the aftermath of a disaster. It is a testament to the Government's unwavering commitment to ensuring that no individual is left behind in their pursuit of education, even in the face of adversity. The event was further enlivened by the TPNS Aidilfitri celebration, which brought together more than 400 guests, including TPNS recipients, their family members, educators and guests. The festive atmosphere provided a meaningful platform to foster relationships and acknowledge the contributions of all parties involved in advancing education in Sabah. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
The Star
22-04-2025
- Business
- The Star
Yayasan Sabah 2025 education sponsorships now open for applicants
KOTA KINABALU: Eligible students, especially those from Sabah, are invited to apply for education sponsorships including scholarships, bursaries and study loans from Yayasan Sabah for the 2025 academic session. Yayasan Sabah director Datuk Seri Gulamhaidar Khan Bahadar said the initiative is to offer financial support to Sabahan students pursuing studies at certificate, diploma, bachelor's, master's and doctorate levels. 'This sponsorship initiative aims to open up more educational opportunities for talented Sabahans. "We prioritise students from Sabah as we are committed to seeing more of them succeed academically and professionally,' he said in a statement on Monday (April 21). The sponsorships available include the Sabah State Excellence Scholarship (BCNS) for top SPM 2024 students, as well as scholarships for higher education in both public and private institutions across various fields such as Agriculture, Architecture, Quantity Surveying, Entrepreneurship, Dentistry, and Islamic Studies. There are also overseas scholarships for studies in countries like Indonesia, Egypt and Russia. Gulamhaidar also noted that study loans are available for students who do not qualify for scholarships or bursaries. He encouraged eligible students to take advantage of this opportunity to further their studies. 'Education is the key to future success, and this programme reflects Yayasan Sabah Group's commitment to supporting the higher education needs of Sabahan youth. 'It not only eases the financial burden on parents but also enables students to continue their studies without obstacles,' he added. He hoped that these initiatives would help more Sabahan students realise their dreams and contribute to the state's development. Interested applicants can apply online via the Sabah Education Sponsorship Portal (PTPS) at The application deadline is June 30. Completed forms must be submitted to the Education Development Division, Yayasan Sabah Group, Level 5, Menara Tun Mustapha, Teluk Likas, Kota Kinabalu. For more information on eligibility criteria and available sponsorships, applicants can visit or contact the Education Development Division at 088-421123/125/126/127/128.
