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Daily Express
a day ago
- Politics
- Daily Express
Youth age cap at 30 not for Sabah
Published on: Tuesday, July 29, 2025 Published on: Tue, Jul 29, 2025 By: Jonathan Nicholas Text Size: 'Age isn't the issue. It's your maturity and personality that count,' said Fairuz. Kota Kinabalu: The national youth age cap at 30 won't work in the State, said Sabah Assistant Youth and Sports Minister Datuk Fairuz Renddan (pic). 'The policy never really fit in the first place because we're already used to the age cap at 40. 'Maybe it makes sense in KL, but not here,' he said, adding that Sarawak holds the same stance. 'This idea has been around since Khairy Jamaluddin, Syed Saddiq, Reezal Merican, and now Hannah Yeoh but Sabah and Sarawak don't see the need,' he said. The federal law, passed by Parliament in 2019, has already been postponed twice and is now in its third extension. Fairuz believes enforcing it in Sabah could be counterproductive. 'We're not like the older generation where people at 35 were already stable and matured. 'Today, even in their 30s or 40s, people are still finding their sense of direction. Youth clubs hardly see new members in their early 20s. Most are in their late 20s or above,' he added. He also dismissed claims that Sabah would be left behind if it doesn't follow the federal move as opined by Federal Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh. 'We already have the Sabah Youth Development Enactment being developed with the Sabah Youth Council (MBS) tackling the transition issues,' he said. The enactment notes that only 15pc of Sabah youth are in formal groups, with policies shaped to suit the State's diverse social and cultural context. 'Age isn't the issue. It's your maturity and personality that count,' said Fairuz. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * 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
3 days ago
- Sport
- The Star
Combat sports a solution to bullying cases in schools?
PETALING JAYA: Could combat sports be a solution to bullying cases in schools? Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh has suggested that a special discussion be held among her ministry, the Education Ministry and the National Combat Sports Federation to find a solution to bullying cases in schools. Hannah stressed that relying solely on punishments such as suspensions isn't enough, and instead, students involved in such issues should be guided and provided constructive outlets like structured combat sports to redirect their energy into something positive. "With bullying cases on the rise, maybe these kids don't have the right platform, training and guidance for them to overcome their stress. We aren't sure of the factors that cause them to bully in school," said Hannah after the 2025 National Combat Sports Championship on Saturday (July 26). "We need to have a discussion to explore better ways to handle school bullying, especially in cases where the Education Ministry impose disciplinary actions like suspensions. "These children should not be given up on. We can guide them and channel their energy into combat sports where there are rules and techniques that can instil discipline in them." The championship, which saw over 2,000 athletes from all over the country compete in silat, wushu, karate, muay thai, and wrestling, showed the rise in interest in combat sports. Hannah added that combat sports athletes have performed well in regional and continental tournaments, further indicating that the country possesses the talent that can go far. "These are our future assets; if we push them aside without proper guidance, the bullying cases will repeat," she said. She also said that sports serve as an important platform to help students discover their strengths, especially those who are still exploring their abilities and interests. "It's important that children watch sports. From there, it can spark their interest. "If they don't give it a try, they will never know what they're capable of," she said.
Daily Express
3 days ago
- Politics
- Daily Express
Delaying youth age cap sidelines young voices: Yeoh
Published on: Sunday, July 27, 2025 Published on: Sun, Jul 27, 2025 By: Jonathan Nicholas Text Size: KOTA KINABALU: Federal Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh ( pic ) has cautioned that delaying the enforcement of Malaysia's youth age cap could marginalise younger voices in leadership. She said without change, individuals over 30 would continue to dominate youth platforms, resulting in repeated narratives rather than fresh perspectives. Yeoh was responding to concerns from Sabah and Sarawak over the Youth Societies and Youth Development Act 2019, which sets the youth age limit at 30. The Act will come into force on 1 January 2026 for organisations registered under the Registrar of Youth (ROY). She noted that while youth groups under the Registrar of Societies (ROS), such as Sabah's Youth Council and Saberkas, are not bound by the age cap, their leaders over 30 should consider transitioning into alumni roles to continue contributing. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * 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
Malay Mail
3 days ago
- Sport
- Malay Mail
Hannah Yeoh proposes combat sports to curb school bullying, says suspensions alone not enough
KUALA LUMPUR, July 27 — Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh has proposed that a special dialogue be held between her ministry, the Ministry of Education (MOE) and the National Combat Sports Federation to find a solution to the issue of bullying among school students. She said a punitive approach, such as suspension alone, is insufficient. Instead, students involved should be given proper guidance and opportunities to channel their energy positively through structured activities, such as combat sports. 'I want us to hold a dialogue with the MOE and the combat sports association to explore how we can better address school bullying cases, especially those where the MOE takes disciplinary action, such as suspension. 'We must not give up on these children. We can guide them and help channel their energy into sports. Combat sports are governed by rules, and through them, students can learn discipline. 'Bullying and acts of violence against fellow students are unacceptable, and we must help them understand that,' she told reporters during the 2025 National Combat Sports Championship. The championship, which began last Thursday (July 24) and concluded today, brought together more than 2,000 athletes from all over the country who competed in the five main disciplines of combat sports, namely silat, wushu, karate-do, muay thai and wrestling. Hannah said combat sports not only build physical strength but also form discipline among young people to train them to control their emotions and actions. She expressed confidence that sports serve as a powerful platform to help students discover their potential, especially those who are still exploring their interests and talents. 'By watching sporting events, a sense of curiosity and interest is sparked. That desire to try is crucial—if they don't try, they'll never know whether they have talent,' she said. Hannah believes that with the right guidance starting from school, every student has the potential to shape a successful future and ultimately become a valuable asset to the nation's development. — Bernama
The Sun
3 days ago
- Sport
- The Sun
Hannah Yeoh proposes dialogue to tackle school bullying
YOUTH and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh has proposed that a special dialogue be held between her ministry, the Ministry of Education (MOE) and the National Combat Sports Federation to find a solution to the issue of bullying among school students. She said a punitive approach, such as suspension alone, is insufficient. Instead, students involved should be given proper guidance and opportunities to channel their energy positively through structured activities, such as combat sports. 'I want us to hold a dialogue with the MOE and the combat sports association to explore how we can better address school bullying cases, especially those where the MOE takes disciplinary action, such as suspension. 'We must not give up on these children. We can guide them and help channel their energy into sports. Combat sports are governed by rules, and through them, students can learn discipline. 'Bullying and acts of violence against fellow students are unacceptable, and we must help them understand that,' she told reporters during the 2025 National Combat Sports Championship. The championship, which began last Thursday (July 24) and concluded today, brought together more than 2,000 athletes from all over the country who competed in the five main disciplines of combat sports, namely silat, wushu, karate-do, muay thai and wrestling. Hannah said combat sports not only build physical strength but also form discipline among young people to train them to control their emotions and actions. She expressed confidence that sports serve as a powerful platform to help students discover their potential, especially those who are still exploring their interests and talents. 'By watching sporting events, a sense of curiosity and interest is sparked. That desire to try is crucial—if they don't try, they'll never know whether they have talent,' she said. Hannah believes that with the right guidance starting from school, every student has the potential to shape a successful future and ultimately become a valuable asset to the nation's development - BERNAMA
