26-07-2025
Disabled woman missing for 42 years reunited with family
Dr Joachim visiting Musiah at her home.
RANAU (July 26): The plight of a 62-year-old disabled woman Musiah Kungkudu has finally come to light after being missing for 42 years.
Musiah, believed to have become homeless decades ago, was discovered living on the steps of a lodging house in Ranau. She has since been reunited with her family in Kampung Merungin.
Divorced and with an adopted child who is no longer able to care for her, Musiah suffers from a disability in her left leg and walks only with the help of a cane. She now resides in a rundown home and relies entirely on family members who work as farmers for her basic needs.
Deputy Chief Minister II Datuk Seri Dr Joachim Gunsalam recently visited Musiah at Kampung Merungin 2.
Touched by her situation, Dr Joachim who is also the Kundasang assemblyman, together with members of the Parti Bersatu Sabah (PBS) Kundasang Women's Division brought essential supplies including a mattress and food items.
He announced a special allocation to repair her home, allowing her to live in safer and more comfortable conditions.
Earlier that day, Dr Joachim held a dialogue with residents of Kampung Kazing, where he delivered a motivational speech and received membership forms from new PBS members.
He also expressed gratitude to a local resident who offered his home to serve as an operations centre for the upcoming state election.
The community outreach programme continued with the distribution of water pipes to residents of Kampung Daramakon, aimed at improving the village's water supply.
Later, Dr Joachim attended the Kampung Lampaki Community Family Day celebration at the Dolungan Campsite Recreational Park, where he welcomed more new PBS members and witnessed the handing over of membership forms by local representatives.
The event featured games and a lucky draw, bringing the community together in a festive atmosphere.
He also thanked all contributors, including donors who provided fresh vegetables from the Kundasang highlands during his village rounds.
