Latest news with #MADANIWorkers'Card
Borneo Post
3 days ago
- Business
- Borneo Post
MADANI Workers' Card holders get up to 10% off first homes in Sabah
Steven Sim KOTA KINABALU (Aug 5): Holders of the MADANI Workers' Card can enjoy discounts of between 5 and 10 percent when purchasing their first home in Sabah. Human Resources (KESUMA) Minister Steven Sim said three property developers are offering these special discounts exclusively to cardholders in the state, in line with the government's efforts to help more people own their own homes. Under the initiative, Naparan Ria Sipitang is offering a 10 percent discount on more than 70 new housing projects across Sabah. Meanwhile, Roslan Hj Betaan and Fazri Aspar are each offering a 5 percent discount on terrace houses and apartments. 'KESUMA is also working with over 100 other strategic partners in Sabah to encourage more companies to extend such benefits,' Sim said in a statement Tuesday. Cardholders are also entitled to discounts of between 10 and 30 percent off non-food items, such as clothing and household essentials, at Mydin. Additionally, they receive discounts of 5 to 15 percent on stationery, school uniforms, and sports equipment from companies like Knowledge Book Sandakan and Fat Hing. In the tourism sector, strategic partners such as Mensari Enterprise, Sulap Penginapan and Hentian Budaya are offering 5 to 10 percent discounts on accommodation. Launched on May 1, the MADANI Workers' Card is now supported by 210 strategic partners nationwide, including 21 companies in Sabah. – Bernama
The Sun
3 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
MADANI Workers' Card offers 5-10% off first homes in Sabah
KOTA KINABALU: Holders of the MADANI Workers' Card can enjoy discounts of between 5 and 10 percent when purchasing their first home in Sabah. Human Resources (KESUMA) Minister Steven Sim said three property developers are offering these special discounts exclusively to cardholders in the state, in line with the government's efforts to help more people own their own homes. Under the initiative, Naparan Ria Sipitang is offering a 10 percent discount on more than 70 new housing projects across Sabah. Meanwhile, Roslan Hj Betaan and Fazri Aspar are each offering a 5 percent discount on terrace houses and apartments. 'KESUMA is also working with over 100 other strategic partners in Sabah to encourage more companies to extend such benefits,' Sim said in a statement today. Cardholders are also entitled to discounts of between 10 and 30 percent off non-food items, such as clothing and household essentials, at Mydin. Additionally, they receive discounts of 5 to 15 percent on stationery, school uniforms, and sports equipment from companies like Knowledge Book Sandakan and Fat Hing. In the tourism sector, strategic partners such as Mensari Enterprise, Sulap Penginapan and Hentian Budaya are offering 5 to 10 percent discounts on accommodation. Launched on May 1, the MADANI Workers' Card is now supported by 210 strategic partners nationwide, including 21 companies in Sabah. - Bernama
Barnama
19-07-2025
- Health
- Barnama
KUPEKMAS Urges Expansion Of MADANI Workers' Card To Pensioners
KUALA LUMPUR, July 19 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Government Pensioners' Association (KUPEKMAS) has urged the Unity government to consider extending the MADANI Workers' Card initiative to pensioners to help ease their cost of living. Its president, Datuk Omar Osman, said many retirees still support their families and require continued government assistance to manage expenses. 'Pensioners also deserve access to discounts, as many still have financial dependents. We appeal to the government, especially the Prime Minister, to extend the MADANI Workers' Card to all pensioners,' he told Bernama after the National Pensioners Day 2025 celebration at Dewan Yayasan Bena Nusa today. The membership card is issued to union members nationwide, offering various discounts and special benefits provided by over 100 participating companies. Meanwhile, KUPEKMAS deputy president Mohd Shaman Jaes urged the Ministry of Health to expedite the appointment of pensioners to the Hospital Visitors Board nationwide, so their concerns can be heard directly from the ground. Mohd Shaman stressed that having pensioners represented on the board is crucial to ensure that real issues faced by retirees regarding access to healthcare are conveyed directly to the Health Ministry. 'Healthcare is one of the main concerns for pensioners, alongside financial challenges. We want actual retirees to represent us on the board, not other groups,' he said. He added that a discussion on the matter was held with Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad in April, but appointment letters for pensioner representatives have yet to be issued. --BERNAMA
The Sun
19-07-2025
- Health
- The Sun
KUPEKMAS urges Madani Workers' Card expansion for pensioners
KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Government Pensioners' Association (KUPEKMAS) has called on the government to extend the MADANI Workers' Card benefits to pensioners, citing financial struggles among retirees. Datuk Omar Osman, KUPEKMAS president, highlighted that many pensioners still support families and need assistance with living costs. 'Pensioners also deserve access to discounts, as many still have financial dependents. We appeal to the government, especially the Prime Minister, to extend the MADANI Workers' Card to all pensioners,' he said after the National Pensioners Day 2025 event at Dewan Yayasan Bena Nusa. The card, currently for union members, provides discounts and benefits from over 100 participating companies. KUPEKMAS deputy president Mohd Shaman Jaes also urged the Health Ministry to appoint pensioners to the Hospital Visitors Board for better healthcare representation. Mohd Shaman stressed that pensioners must be directly involved in healthcare discussions. 'Healthcare is one of the main concerns for pensioners, alongside financial challenges. We want actual retirees to represent us on the board, not other groups,' he said. Despite discussions with Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad in April, appointment letters remain pending. - Bernama
Barnama
21-05-2025
- Business
- Barnama
Minimum Wage Not Sole Indicator Of Worker Welfare, Collective Agreement A Better Tool
SHAH ALAM, May 21 (Bernama) -- The minimum wage should not be seen as the only measure of worker welfare, said Human Resources Minister Steven Sim. He said the collective agreement (CA) is a more comprehensive and flexible mechanism for negotiating fair wages and benefits tailored to specific industry contexts. 'A CA carries legal weight under the Industrial Relations Act 1967 (Act 177), and employers who fail to comply can face legal action. 'It also provides legal protection for both workers and employers, forming the foundation for harmonious and productive industrial relations,' he said in a statement today. Earlier, Sim visited the National Automotive Industry Workers Union (PONSB) as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen strategic collaboration between the government and industry workers at the grassroots level. In the same statement, the Human Resources Ministry said the visit involved discussions on various issues in the automotive sector, including terms of service, current challenges, strategies to boost union membership, digitalisation of union management, and leadership training. 'The minister also highlighted several key government initiatives, including the implementation of the Progressive Wage Policy (DGP) and the launch of the MADANI Workers' Card, which has registered over 58,000 union members to date. 'This card offers a range of benefits, such as discounts on essential goods, healthcare services, and access to skills training,' the ministry added. To support union modernisation, the ministry also provided a RM25,000 grant to PONSB this year under the Trade Union Affairs Programme (PHEKS) for training and ICT equipment.
