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Borneo Post
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Borneo Post
‘Kaamatan For All' theme promotes unity and tourism
Leonard (third from right) after the interview session at SABAHfm. – Sabah Information Department photo KOTA KINABALU (Apr 28): 'Kaamatan for All' or in the Kadazan language, Kaamatan Montok Toinsanan, has been chosen as the theme for this year's Kaamatan Festival. The Permanent Secretary of the Sabah Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food Industry, Datuk Leonard Stephen Poyong, stated that the theme was selected to strengthen unity and the spirit of brotherhood among the people of Sabah, while also enhancing national integration for all Malaysians. 'The Kaamatan Festival is celebrated by all levels of society in Sabah and Malaysia, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, background, or way of life. 'Kaamatan also reflects harmony and goodwill, in line with the Malaysia Madani concept,' he said after an interview session with SABAHfm at the Integrated Complex of the Ministry of Communications here on Monday. According to Leonard, the state-level Kaamatan Festival launch is scheduled to take place on May 1 in Tambunan, with various exciting events prepared. He mentioned that among the highlights is the opening ceremony, which will be officiated by Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor. 'In addition, various exhibition booths, including those from private and government sectors, will be set up, and the Farmers, Livestock Breeders and Fishermen's Day celebration will also be held simultaneously. 'We will also launch the Rural Agriculture Revolution project, which will be officiated by the Chief Minister,' he said. Leonard added that various programs have been organized to attract public attendance at the Kaamatan Festival launch in Tambunan, while also promoting the district as a prime tourism destination for local and international visitors. 'One of our hopes is to showcase Tambunan as a successful tourism hub through exhibitions of woven crafts, woodwork, and local products from the district. 'It also provides opportunities for residents around Tambunan, including Keningau, Sook, Nabawan and Pensiangan, to be directly involved in organizing this state-level festival,' he added.
Daily Express
26-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Express
State-level Kaamatan Festival launch in Tambunan May 1
Published on: Saturday, April 26, 2025 Published on: Sat, Apr 26, 2025 Text Size: 'The theme, chosen by the State-level Kaamatan Festival main committee, resonates deeply with the multicultural communities in the country, especially in Sabah. - Pic for illustration only Kota Kinabalu: The launch of State-level Kaamatan Festival will take place in Tambunan on May 1. Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Food Industry Sabah (Maffi), Datuk Leonard Stephen Poyong, said the decision to select a location outside of Kota Kinabalu aims to provide the surrounding community an opportunity to actively participate in organising the state-level festival. Meanwhile, the Keningau District-level Kaamatan Festival 2025, jointly organised by the Keningau District KDCA and the District Office, will be held over three days at Dataran Keningau from May 9 to 11. Deputy Chief Minister I cum Agriculture, Fisheries and Food Industry Minister, Datuk Seri Dr Jeffrey Kitingan will officiate the festival. Keningau District KDCA Coordinating Chairman cum Organising Committee Chairman Rafie Robert said this year's theme is 'Kaamatan Montok Toinsanan,' which means 'Kaamatan for All' which reflects the diversity of ethnic groups in the country. 'The theme, chosen by the State-level Kaamatan Festival main committee, resonates deeply with the multicultural communities in the country, especially in Sabah,' he said in a statement here. Rafie also said that various events showcasing traditional customs and culture would be held throughout the festival. 'This will give each ethnic group in the district an opportunity to present and display their culture, while also promoting their respective products. The public is welcome to attend and participate in the various traditional activities featured in the festival.' * 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
