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Borneo Post
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Borneo Post
Pekit Kumang Gawai Tatau 2025 returns June 14
Registration is open until June 10 via QR code. BINTULU (May 29): The vibrant Gawai Dayak spirit will shine once again at the much-anticipated Pekit Kumang Gawai Tatau 2025, set for June 14 at Dinner World Restaurant here. This cultural pageant, aimed at preserving and promoting Iban traditions, invites Sarawakian women of Dayak descent from Kakus constituency to compete in beauty, intelligence, and cultural knowledge, while adorned in traditional Iban attire. The 'Kumang' winner will receive RM3,000, a crown, sash, trophy, finger flower, and certificate. The 'Lulong' (second winner) and the 'Selinggar Matahari' (third winner) will take home RM2,500 and RM2,000, respectively, along with a crown, sash, trophy, finger flower, and certificate each. Meanwhile, consolation prizes of RM500 and a certificate will be given to other finalists. Registration is open until June 10 via QR code. A rehearsal will be held at 10am on June 15, with the final event at 6pm on the same day. Eligible participants must be Dayak women aged 18 to 30, single, fluent in Iban, and first-time Kumang participants. Traditional Iban attire is mandatory, and all expenses are self-funded. A preliminary round will be held on June 12 if entries exceed 10. For inquiries, interested participants can contact Tuai Rumah Esther Ansai on 012-8085898 or Tuai Rumah Gilbert Ngadi Melaka on 019-8577799. beauty pageant lead Pekit Kumang Gawai Tatau
The Star
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Star
Nani Saban takes Kumang Gawai Dayak Sibu 2025 crown
Nani (seated), flanked by Nelly (left) and Amenda, beams with joy after securing the top three spots in the Kumang Gawai Dayak Sibu 2025 competition on Saturday night. SIBU: The radiant charm and grace of Nani Saban from Sekuau captured the hearts of the judges, earning her the coveted Kumang Gawai Dayak Sibu 2025 on Saturday (May 24) night. The contest was the highlight of the Sibu Dayak pre-Gawai celebration. Nani's triumph was met with cheers and applause as she was crowned the evening's queen, walking away with RM4,000 in cash, a glittering crown, sash, trophy, hamper and a certificate of participation. The first runner-up title, Lulong, was awarded to Nelly Mujan Rogelio from Sungai Asap, Belaga. She received RM3,000 in prize money, along with a sash, trophy, hamper and certificate. Meanwhile, Amenda Alannie Ambrose Luta from Pasai Siong, Sibu, took home the Selinggar Matahari (third place) title, winning RM2,000 and the accompanying prizes of a sash, trophy, hamper and certificate. Seven other finalists Natasha Malviana Nyandang, Fravelian Jelika Radi, Adreana Filsie Sanau Anselm, Manisha Vyonnie Gelebat, Juliana Ungan Merayang, Olivia Ceilo Oliver and Anesonia Aking — were each recognised with a RM800 cash prize and a certificate of participation. The awards were presented by Sri Aman MP, Datuk Seri Doris Sophia Brodie. Joining her were political secretary to the Premier of Sarawak Susan Clement Ingun, president of the Sarakup Indu Dayak Sarawak (SIDS) Datuk Alice Jawan and chairperson of SIDS Sibu Angelyn Uchi Maseng.
