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Barnama
4 days ago
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- Barnama
HAWANA-DBP 2025 Pantun Festival Highlights Linguistic Heritage In Journalism
KUALA LUMPUR, May 31 (Bernama) -- The HAWANA-DBP 2025 Pantun Festival has successfully raised awareness on reviving Malay cultural arts, particularly within the field of journalism, says Malaysian National News Agency (Bernama) CEO Datin Paduka Nur-ul Afida Kamaludin. She said the inaugural competition proved the ability of media practitioners to express current issues through the beauty of the national language while showcasing their creativity. 'I witnessed how the pantun (Malay poetic verses) exchanged were not only amusing but also highlighted current issues in their own unique style. 'It's no easy feat, as composing pantun requires skill and a deep appreciation for the language,' she told Bernama after the event at Wisma Bernama here today. Also present were Bernama Editor-in-Chief Arul Rajoo Durar Raj, Deputy Editor-in-Chief (News Service) Nasriah Darus, Deputy Editor-in-Chief (Economic News Service) Azlina Aziz, and Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka (DBP) Language and Literature Development Department director Abang Haliman Abang Julai. Commenting further, Nur-ul Afida said the festival was not merely a competition, but a platform to empower the nation's cultural heritage. She said Bernama was committed to supporting efforts to strengthen the use of the Malay language in journalism and believed that such culture-based initiatives could bridge connections between the media, language, and society. 'I have discussed with Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka (DBP) and expressed hope that the Pantun Festival can be continued next year as the second edition in conjunction with the National Journalists' Day (HAWANA), God willing,' she said. Meanwhile, Abang Haliman praised the organisation of the pantun festival, which he described as capable of instilling deep awareness among media professionals regarding the importance of language and literature.
Barnama
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Barnama
HAWANA-DBP 2025 Pantun Festival Seeks To Preserve Heritage, Engage Youth
KUALA LUMPUR, May 31 (Bernama) -- The HAWANA-DBP 2025 Pantun Festival is more than just a competition — it serves as a platform to celebrate and preserve Malaysia's cultural heritage while cultivating interest in traditional poetry among the younger generation. TV3 personality and pantun enthusiast Ahmad Fedtri Yahya said by making the event more fun and accessible, it can attract wider participation and dispel the notion that pantun is solely for formal contests. 'As someone passionate about pantun, I want to make it something enjoyable and vibrant. For me, it's about instilling pride in our heritage. Many shy away from pantun when it's seen purely as a competition,' he told Bernama. 'That's why I brought my team — I'm the most senior, and I included young participants to give them exposure and experience,' he added. Fedtri believes the festival will continue to attract more participants in future editions, as the public begins to appreciate its significance, demonstrating the organisers' strong commitment to keeping the art of pantun alive. 'God willing, this competition will grow into a major platform. It offers an opportunity to nurture more young pantun talents,' said Fedtri, who attended the event in traditional Malay attire. Meanwhile, Astro Radio News journalist Nurul Izzati, 31, expressed hope that the contest would become an annual event in conjunction with National Journalists' Day (HAWANA) to ensure the continued relevance of pantun among youth. 'This is my first time participating. I hope it continues in the coming years. Interest in pantun is waning, so we need to elevate it once again,' she said. Malaysia Hari Ini (MHI) TV3 producer Affiq Norshamsudin shared that his involvement stemmed from a deep appreciation for the art form, which he actively practised during his school and university days.
Barnama
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Barnama
Eight Teams To Compete In HAWANA-DBP 2025 Pantun Festival
KUALA LUMPUR, May 16 (Bernama) -- Eight teams from various agencies have confirmed their participation in the HAWANA-DBP 2025 Pantun Festival, held in conjunction with the National Journalists' Day (HAWANA) 2025 celebration. According to HAWANA Secretariat, the participating teams represent the Malaysian National News Agency (Bernama), the Department of Broadcasting Malaysia (RTM), Astro News Radio, Malaysia Gazette, Sinar Harian, the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM) and Media Prima Berhad, which will be fielding two teams. 'Each team comprises four reciters, bringing the total number of contestants to 32,' the secretariat said in a statement. Organised by Bernama in collaboration with Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka (DBP), the inaugural festival aims to elevate pantun as a treasured cultural heritage that deserves to be preserved and honoured. The competition is scheduled to take place at Wisma Bernama on May 31, while the prize presentation will be held during the main HAWANA 2025 celebration at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur on June 14. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is scheduled to officiate the celebration, which will draw around 1,000 media practitioners from local and international organisations. Besides the Pantun Festival, HAWANA, organised by the Communications Ministry with Bernama as the implementing agency, will feature several events, including a pre-launch ceremony with strategic partners at Wisma Bernama on June 3, and a media forum co-organised with the Malaysian Press Institute (MPI) on June 14. In addition, a HAWANA carnival and exhibition will be held at Sunway Putra Mall here on June 13 and 14, as well as traditional-themed media sports and a roadshow to premier polytechnics in Selangor, Perak and Johor. Now in its fifth edition, HAWANA is an annual celebration that brings together media practitioners to recognise and appreciate their contributions to national development.
