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Daily Express
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- Sport
- Daily Express
Keningau Closed Women's Volleyball Championship kicks off
Published on: Wednesday, August 20, 2025 Published on: Wed, Aug 20, 2025 By: Ahmad Apong Text Size: Some of the action during the volleyball competition on Monday. KENINGAU: The Closed Women's Volleyball Championship Trophy in Keningau kicked off at the Keningau District Council Open Futsal Court on Monday with enthusiastic participation from local teams. Liawan Assemblyman Annuar Ayub Aman said the event not only encouraged women's involvement in sports but also strengthened community ties. Advertisement He said the championship as an important platform to discover new talent among female players in the district. 'With consistent training, strong discipline and teamwork, our women athletes can rise to compete at state, national and even international levels,' he said when officiating the event. He emphasised that sports are more than just leisure activities, stressing that they serve as a medium to shape character and identity. 'Through sports, we learn values of discipline, tolerance, patience, leadership and fighting spirit are qualities that must be applied both on and off the court,' he said. Annuar also expressed his appreciation to the organisers for successfully hosting the event, which he said would further ignite the sporting spirit in Keningau. The ceremony was also attended by his wife, Tengku Adlina Marita. * 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
Daily Express
2 days ago
- Daily Express
Thousands attend peaceful rally in Keningau
Published on: Tuesday, August 19, 2025 Published on: Tue, Aug 19, 2025 By: Johan Aziz Text Size: Dr Jeffrey Kitingan joins thousands at the peaceful rally demanding justice for Zara Qairina in Keningau. KENINGAU: A light drizzle did not deter thousands of residents from flooding the Keningau Sports Complex on Saturday night in a powerful show of unity at the Justice for Zara Qairina peaceful rally. The event was held to honour the memory of 13-year-old Zara Qairina Mahathir, whose tragic case has gripped the nation and sparked widespread calls for justice. Advertisement Described as one of the largest solidarity gatherings in Sabah, the emotional night was marked by the singing of 'Negaraku' and 'Sabah Tanah Airku', symbolising a shared national grief and determination to seek justice — regardless of race, status, or political background. Among the prominent figures present were Deputy Chief Minister I and Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food Industry Datuk Seri Dr Jeffrey Kitingan and Liawan Assemblyman Datuk Annuar Ayub. They stood in solidarity with tens of thousands of Sabahans calling for accountability. Dr Jeffrey, speaking at the rally, said he was deeply moved both as a leader and a father. 'I feel sadness and outrage as a parent. The authorities must act swiftly — those responsible must be arrested and brought to justice. It doesn't matter who they are — wrong is wrong, and the law must be upheld,' he said. Annuar, echoing public sentiment, said the gathering was not a typical event — it was a heartfelt plea from the people. 'This is not just a voice — it is a cry from the heart. We don't want more children to become victims of injustice. Justice must be served, and it must be seen to be served,' he said. Despite the rain, the overwhelming turnout sent a clear message: the people will not remain silent in the face of tragedy. The rally became more than just an event — it became a symbol of national conscience, unity and determination to ensure no child suffers the same fate as Zara Qairina. * 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
Borneo Post
08-07-2025
- Politics
- Borneo Post
1,200km of ageing water pipes to be replaced in phases, says Shahelmey
Shahelmey KOTA KINABALU (July 8): The Sabah State Government will replace 1,200 kilometres of ageing asbestos cement (AC) water pipes across the state in phases due to high replacement costs, said State Works Minister Datuk Ir Shahelmey Yahya. Responding to Liawan assemblyman Datuk Annuar Ayub during the State Assembly sitting on Tuesday, Shahelmey said the State Water Department (JANS) has already appointed contractors to carry out repairs on leaking and damaged pipes since last year and is implementing pipe replacement programmes in key areas such as Sandakan, Keningau and Kota Kinabalu. 'Replacing all old pipes at once would incur a huge cost, so this effort will be implemented in stages,' he explained. Shahelmey added that under the Fifth Rolling Plan (RP5) of the 12th Malaysia Plan (RMK-12), JANS is currently undertaking high-impact water supply projects: Eighteen in the West Coast, 15 in the interior, 12 in Tawau, five in Sandakan and two in Kudat. For the upcoming 13th Malaysia Plan (RMK-13), the ministry is reviewing consultant appointments to conduct district-level water supply studies. These studies will prepare short-, medium- and long-term master plans, including the implementation of a statewide Water Grid strategy to ensure access to safe and treated water. Shahelmey said proposals have also been submitted to the Ministry of Energy Transition and Water Transformation, which include: Solving long-standing water supply issues in Tawau and Sandakan, implementing a holistic Non-Revenue Water (NRW) programme for Keningau and Beaufort, replacing old and dilapidated pipes in Kota Kinabalu, Penampang, Putatan and Sandakan, and constructing pre-sedimentation tank systems at 22 water treatment plants throughout Sabah under RMK-13. Additionally, under RP5 of RMK-12, the Ministry of Rural and Regional Development has approved three water supply projects in Kinabatangan, Beluran and Pitas. On alternative water sources, Shahelmey clarified that JANS is limited by Enactment 5 of the Water Supply Enactment 2003 (Amendment 2022), which restricts the department to supplying treated water to registered users only. 'That said, JANS welcomes any alternative water supply proposals and is ready to provide technical support and cooperation to any authorised agency undertaking such efforts,' he said.
Borneo Post
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Borneo Post
Principal honoured with Keningau Kaamatan 2025 Special Award for Lifelong cultural contributions
Rozie, recognised for her lifelong contributions to Indigenous culture and education. KENINGAU (May 13): In a heartfelt tribute to her decades-long dedication to preserving Sabah's Indigenous culture, Saitinie @ Rozie Binti Gitang, 69, was honoured with the Keningau District Kaamatan 2025 Special Award. The prestigious recognition was presented during a symbolic ceremony by Datuk Robert Tawik, Vice President of the Kadazandusun Cultural Association (KDCA), who also serves as Assistant Works Minister and Bingkor Assemblyman. Also present at the event were Liawan Assemblyman Datuk Annuar Ayub Aman and KDCA Keningau Coordinator Chairman Rafie Datuk Robert. Rozie currently serves as principal and chairperson of Sekolah Adat Anak Negeri Sabah (SAANS) DSP GS Sundang Keningau. She is widely regarded as one of the earliest and most influential advocates for the preservation of Dusun language, literature, and heritage. 'This award is not mine alone. It belongs to everyone who believes that tradition and culture are not relics of the past, but the living soul of who we are,' Rozie said tearfully. Her recognition received widespread praise, with many attendees calling the award long overdue. Some even urged KDCA Central to nominate her for a state-level honour or the honorary title 'Datuk' in recognition of her outstanding contributions. Rozie's work spans more than 40 years, including key leadership roles in cultural and educational organisations. Her notable positions include: Chairperson, Kadazandusun Writers' Association (1981–1987); Chairperson, Women Writers Association, Universiti Malaysia Sabah (1998–2005); Lifetime member, KDCA (since 1998) Principal & Chairperson; SAANS Keningau (2023–2025); Deputy Director, SAANS Interior Zone (2024–2025); Chairperson, SK Luagan Alumni (2019–2025); Assistant Secretary, PKDBKS (2023–2025); Chairperson, KRT Kg Toboh Baru (2024–2025); Deputy Chairperson, Keningau Retirees Association (2019–2025) She is also an acclaimed Dusun-language writer, known especially for her work in the traditional poetic form sisindiron. Her notable publications include: Sudawil Ponontudukan (Kadazan Language Foundation, 1998 & 2000), Kirasuk Sinombiaka and 50 Other Dusun Sisindiron (2000), I Don't Speak Dusun (1995), Dusun Psychology: The Concept of Kobilangan and Lai Culture (2018), Concept of Intelligence in Dusun Society (UMS, 2016).
