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The Sun
an hour ago
- Business
- The Sun
Avoid SARA aid registration scams warns finance minister
KUALA LUMPUR: The Ministry of Finance (MOF) has warned the public against falling victim to scams falsely claiming to facilitate registration for the Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) aid initiative. Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan clarified that no registration is required, as eligibility is automatically determined using MyKad data. Amir Hamzah stated, 'The government will channel RM100 through MyKad 'one-off' to every Malaysian MyKad holder aged 18 and above who was born in 2007 and below. A total of 22 million Malaysians are eligible to receive this credit individually, and this measure involves an expenditure of RM2 billion.' The minister addressed concerns during the Dewan Rakyat session, responding to queries from Syerleena Abdul Rashid (PH-Bukit Bendera) regarding the SARA initiative's distribution process. He reiterated that the National Registration Department (JPN) data will be used to verify beneficiaries, eliminating the need for manual applications. Additionally, Amir Hamzah encouraged small enterprises to register under the SARA initiative to expand access to essential goods. As of July 29, over 4,500 retail premises have enrolled, offering more than 90,000 daily necessities across 14 categories, including food, medicine, and school supplies. 'Entrepreneurs only need to register with Yayasan MyKasih and comply with set requirements. We urge more registrations to widen the initiative's reach,' he said. The government also supports small businesses through micro, small, and medium enterprise (MSME) schemes to further boost economic participation. - Bernama
Malaysian Reserve
an hour ago
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
Amir Hamzah: Avoid falling prey to SARA aid registration scam
THE Ministry of Finance (MOF) has urged the public not to be deceived by fraud or scam inviting them to register for the Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) appreciation initiative announced by the MADANI government, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan (picture). Amir Hamzah said Malaysian citizens do not need to register or apply, as eligibility for the SARA aid is automatic based on the data of all adult citizens who hold a MyKad. He said the data of MyKad holders from the National Registration Department (JPN) will be used for the purpose of crediting SARA awards. 'The government will channel RM100 through MyKad 'one-off' to every Malaysian MyKad holder aged 18 and above who was born in 2007 and below. 'A total of 22 million Malaysians are eligible to receive this credit individually, and this measure involves an expenditure of RM2 billion,' he said during the Minister's Question Time session at the Dewan Rakyat, today. He was responding to a question from Syerleena Abdul Rashid (PH-Bukit Bendera) about the registration process to qualify for receiving RM100 under the SARA appreciation initiative for all. Meanwhile, replying to a supplementary question from Abdul Latiff Abdul Rahman (PN-Kuala Krai), Amir Hamzah said that the MOF welcomes the registration of more small enterprises to be involved in the sale of goods permitted under the SARA initiative. He said that as of July 29, more than 4,500 retail premises are registered, involving the sale of more than 90,000 daily necessities in 14 categories — including basic food items such as rice and eggs, household cleaning, medicines, school supplies and personal hygiene. 'They (entrepreneurs) only need to register with the Yaysan MyKasih and follow the requirements that have been set. We urge (registration), so that we can further expand the available space. 'The government also has many more opportunities to help small enterprises, including schemes involving micro, small and medium enterprises which can be utilised to boost small businesses further,' he added. — BERNAMA
New Straits Times
an hour ago
- Business
- New Straits Times
RM100 aid: Beware fake Sara assistance links
KUALA LUMPUR: The public is advised not to fall for scams or fraudulent messages inviting them to register for the RM100 Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (Sara) programme, as the assistance will be directly credited to all MyKad holders, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan. He said no registration or application is required from Malaysian citizens, as eligibility for Sara is automatic based on data from the National Registration Department (NRD). "Purchases can be made from Aug 31 to Dec 31. "This marks the first time that cash aid is extended to all adult citizens. "A total of 22 million Malaysians are eligible to receive this individual credit. "This initiative involves an expenditure of RM2 billion. "No registration or application is required, as eligibility for Sara is automatically determined based on data of all adult citizens holding a MyKad. Data from the NRD will be used for this purpose. "The public is therefore advised not to fall for scams or fraudulent schemes inviting them to register," he said during the Minister's Question Time in the Dewan Rakyat. He was responding to a question from Syerleena Abdul Rashid (PH–Bukit Bendera), who asked about the application process for the RM100 financial assistance allocated to all under the Sara initiative. Amir Hamzah said that, based on feedback, people are comfortable using their MyKad for government-related matters. He said that Sara has received positive feedback from recipients, with an average utilisation rate of 93 per cent so far in 2025. "Based on programme performance, the highest utilisation rate was recorded in Perlis at 96 per cent, followed closely by Sabah, Kelantan, Terengganu and Kedah at 95 per cent, through purchases made at registered retail stores using MyKad. "Field monitoring sessions found that recipients are generally satisfied with the Sara programme," he said. On July 22, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced that all Malaysians aged 18 and above will receive a one-off RM100 assistance through their MyKad under the Sumbangan Sara programme.
Barnama
2 hours ago
- Business
- Barnama
Avoid Falling Prey To SARA Aid Registration Scam -- Amir Hamzah
REGION - CENTRAL > NEWS KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Finance (MOF) has urged the public not to be deceived by fraud or scam inviting them to register for the Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) appreciation initiative announced by the MADANI government, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan. Amir Hamzah said Malaysian citizens do not need to register or apply, as eligibility for the SARA aid is automatic based on the data of all adult citizens who hold a MyKad. He said the data of MyKad holders from the National Registration Department (JPN) will be used for the purpose of crediting SARA awards. bootstrap slideshow 'The government will channel RM100 through MyKad 'one-off' to every Malaysian MyKad holder aged 18 and above who was born in 2007 and below. 'A total of 22 million Malaysians are eligible to receive this credit individually, and this measure involves an expenditure of RM2 billion,' he said during the Minister's Question Time session at the Dewan Rakyat, today. He was responding to a question from Syerleena Abdul Rashid (PH-Bukit Bendera) about the registration process to qualify for receiving RM100 under the SARA appreciation initiative for all. Meanwhile, replying to a supplementary question from Abdul Latiff Abdul Rahman (PN-Kuala Krai), Amir Hamzah said that the MOF welcomes the registration of more small enterprises to be involved in the sale of goods permitted under the SARA initiative. He said that as of July 29, more than 4,500 retail premises are registered, involving the sale of more than 90,000 daily necessities in 14 categories -- including basic food items such as rice and eggs, household cleaning, medicines, school supplies and personal hygiene. 'They (entrepreneurs) only need to register with the Yaysan MyKasih and follow the requirements that have been set. We urge (registration), so that we can further expand the available space.
The Star
2 hours ago
- Business
- The Star
No registration required for M'sians to access RM100 cash aid
KUALA LUMPUR: No registration is required for Malaysians to collect the RM100 additional aid announced recently, as the aid is automatically given to all adults with a MyKad, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan. 'No registration or application is required by Malaysian citizens, as the eligibility for the Sara cash aid is automatically based on the data of all adult citizens holding the MyKad. 'MyKad data from the National Registry Department (NRD) will be used for this purpose,' said Amir Hamzah during Minister's Question Time at the Dewan Rakyat on Thursday (July 31). He also advised Malaysians not to be fooled by any scammers or fraudsters over the RM100 aid. According to him, the RM100 aid allows a family to receive more aid if they have more family members. 'For example, a family consisting of a husband and wife, and three children above 18-years-old, will receive a total of RM500 and not RM100 per household,' he said. Amir Hamzah said the RM100 can be spent at over 4,500 registered retail outlets involving over 90,000 daily necessities in 14 categories, such as eggs, rice, medicine, and among others. 'The list of supermarkets and grocery stores is not final and since the Prime Minister's announcement on July 23, the amount has increased. 'Interested supermarkets or grocery stores that want to participate can contact MyKasih,' he added. On Wednesday (July 23), the Prime Minister announced several key initiatives as a gesture of appreciation from the government to the people, including a one-off RM100 payment under the Sara programme, a postponement of toll rate hikes for 10 highways and reduced RON95 fuel price to RM1.99 per litre. The RM100 aid can be used from Aug 31 to Dec 31, 2025.
