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Belfast Telegraph
2 days ago
- Belfast Telegraph
‘Winding down' UDA men still up to their necks in drug dealing and beatings
Gangsters running rampant in Rathcoole powerbase Despite claims from the South East Antrim UDA that it is winding down, it remains business as usual for the terror gang in its Rathcoole powerbase. Sunday Life has learned that a teenager beaten up at an Eleventh Night bonfire in the Diamond area was set upon by senior UDA figures, not loyalist bandsmen, who they falsely blamed to take attention off themselves.
The Sun
4 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
UDA expands Bumiputera business access with KKS UDA Vista initiative
JOHOR BAHRU: UDA Holdings Berhad (UDA) is enhancing business opportunities for the Bumiputera community through its Kedai Kos Sederhana (KKS) UDA Vista initiative. The project, introduced under the Johor State Housing Development Corporation (PKPJ), provides 62 commercial units at accessible prices starting from RM200,000. Each unit spans approximately 1,200 square feet, featuring a modern and practical layout suitable for various business activities. UDA President and Chief Executive Officer Johari Shukri Jamil highlighted the strategic location of the project in Bandar UDA Utama. 'Applications can now be submitted via the Johor eRumah system,' he said during the launch at the Johor Property Expo 2025 (JPEX 2025) in Angsana Johor Bahru Mall. The initiative includes a low down payment scheme, with UDA covering legal fees for Sale and Purchase Agreements (SPA) and Loan Agreements. Johari Shukri emphasized that KKS UDA Vista aims to facilitate Bumiputera entrepreneurship and support micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). 'This effort strengthens the local economy and stimulates Johor's property sector growth,' he added. As an agency under the Ministry of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives (KUSKOP), UDA remains committed to expanding Bumiputera property ownership. Beyond KKS UDA Vista, the company is offering various properties, including terrace houses, shop-offices, and serviced apartments, starting from RM288,054 for the 2025–2026 period. UDA Land (South) Sdn Bhd Chief Operating Officer Muhammad Ismail Dasuki announced a special three-day sales package during JPEX 2025. 'We encourage Johoreans to visit our booth and explore these opportunities,' he said. Interested buyers can also visit the UDA Land (South) Sales Gallery in Bandar Baru UDA or check for details. - Bernama
Barnama
4 days ago
- Business
- Barnama
UDA Expands Bumiputera Business Access Via KKS Uda Vista Initiative
JOHOR BAHRU, July 25 (Bernama) – UDA Holdings Berhad (UDA) is expanding business opportunities for the Bumiputera community through its Kedai Kos Sederhana (KKS) UDA Vista initiative. UDA President and Chief Executive Officer Johari Shukri Jamil said the affordable commercial property development, introduced under the Johor State Housing Development Corporation (PKPJ) initiative, offers 62 business units at affordable prices starting from RM200,000. Each unit spans approximately 1,200 square feet and features a spacious, modern, and practical layout suitable for a wide range of businesses and commercial activities. 'The project is located in the strategic area of Bandar UDA Utama. It was officially launched today and applications can be submitted via the Johor eRumah system,' he said at the launch of KKS UDA Vista by Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi during the Johor Property Expo 2025 (JPEX 2025) at Angsana Johor Bahru Mall here today. Johari Shukri said the KKS UDA Vista initiative includes a low down payment scheme, and UDA will bear the legal fees for the Sale and Purchase Agreement (SPA) and Loan Agreement documents. He said the initiative provides greater access and convenience for buyers to own high-value commercial property at reasonable prices. He added that KKS UDA Vista also has the potential to become a hub for Bumiputera entrepreneurship, and to drive the growth of micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs). 'This effort not only strengthens the local economy, but also stimulates property sector development, particularly in Johor, which is rapidly growing,' he said. As an agency under the Ministry of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives (KUSKOP), he said UDA continues to play a proactive role in expanding Bumiputera property ownership and offering strategic business spaces at affordable prices.
New Straits Times
4 days ago
- Business
- New Straits Times
UDA drives to develop bowling talent
IPOH: UDA Holdings Berhad (UDA) continues to strengthen its commitment to community development through its corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives by supporting efforts to nurture young talent in the sport of bowling. Through its CSR initiative UDA Cares: 'Bangunkan Komuniti, Lahirkan Juara', the programme isn't just about scoring strikes, it's about giving students, especially those from the B40 group, a fair shot at a sport that's often seen as expensive and out of reach. Its chairman, Tan Sri Mohd Annuar Zaini, said the programme was initiated to provide access and opportunities for students to participate in bowling, a sport that typically involves high costs. He said that through strategic collaboration between the public and private sectors, the programme ensures that no young talent is left behind due to financial constraints. "The high cost of participation in bowling often deny school-aged talent, especially from the B40 group, the opportunity to actively engage in the sport. "We believe that among this group lies great untapped talent that could be nurtured into champions if given the right opportunity, guidance, and support. "Therefore, through this strategic public-private collaboration, we see this programme as a platform to elevate bowling as a holistic development avenue for youth to build character, discipline and a sporting spirit," he told a press conference here. Present were Perak education director Safuan Raba'ai, UDA president and chief executive officer Johari Shukri Jamil and former national bowler Syaidatul Afifah Badrul Hamidi. The programme began in February with its first meeting held with relevant agencies to ensure smooth implementation and high impact. Participant selection took place on June 10 and 11, involving 120 pupils from four schools: Sekolah Kebangsaan (SK) Sri Kinta, Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan Tamil (SJKT) Kampung Simee, SK Cator Avenue, and Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan Cina (SJKC) Chung Tack Simee. From that group, 30 promising pupils were selected and are undergoing a 16-week intensive training programme from June 16 to Oct 6. He added that all selected participants are being trained by Syaidatul Afifah, assisted by two professional coaches. He said the combination of the former national bowler's expertise with the coaches' skills is expected to unlock the participants' full potential and achieve the programme's objectives. "We believe that the combined experience and expertise of this coaching team can bring out the best in the participants and help produce champions in the sport." He said that the selection of Angsana Mall Ipoh as the official training venue is a strategic move to empower the local community using UDA-owned facilities, in line with the company's new branding, L.I.F.E. — Legacy, Integrated, Finesse and Enrich. "Angsana Mall Ipoh is no longer just a shopping centre but has become an inclusive community hub, complete with facilities like the Lite Superbowl JB9 bowling centre, reviving the family leisure spirit of days past," he said. This programme is a collaboration between UDA and the Perak Education Department, Perak Youth and Sports Department, Perak Sports Council and Yayasan Perak, with private sector support from Perak Transit Bhd and FND Empire Sdn Bhd. The programme will culminate on Oct 12 with the final competition and an official ceremony held in conjunction with National Sports Day and Karnival UDA 2025 here. Meanwhile, Syaidatul Afifah said it was an honour to be part of the CSR programme, and she didn't have second thoughts when UDA approached her. "When UDA first approached me, they said they wanted to run a CSR programme with the asnaf and also included an element of multiracial unity. So, without much discussion and because this is something very close to my heart, I accepted it. "I hope that with this programme, we don't stop halfway. Let's take it further. Even if it's not all 30 participants, perhaps we can identify those with potential and develop them into representatives of the state," she said.
Barnama
5 days ago
- Sport
- Barnama
UDA Aims To Produce Talented Young Bowlers Via CSR Programme
GENERAL IPOH, July 24 (Bernama) -- UDA Holdings Berhad (UDA) aims to produce young bowling talent through its UDA Cares: 'Bangunkan Komuniti, Lahirkan Juara' corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiative, in addition to strengthening its commitment towards community development. UDA chairman Tan Sri Mohd Annuar Zaini said the effort is being implemented as it realises that bowling is a costly sport and it doesn't want any young talent to miss out due to financial constraints. "Bowling, which is an expensive sport and involves high participation costs, often denies talented youngsters who are still schooling, especially the B40 group, the opportunity to actively take up the sport. "UDA is confident that this group has hidden talent and can be groomed to become champions if given the space, opportunity, guidance and support,' he said at the UDA Cares Project 'Bangunkan Komuniti, Lahirkan Juara' Programme media conference at Angsana Mall here today. He said the programme, implemented through a strategic public-private sector collaboration, is capable of elevating bowling as a holistic development platform for the younger generation in building identity and discipline and fostering the spirit of sportsmanship. The UDA Cares: 'Bangunkan Komuniti, Lahirkan Juara' was established in February, and it held its first meeting with the relevant agencies to ensure the programme is implemented smoothly and has a significant impact. The selection of participants was held on June 10 and 11, involving 120 students from Sekolah Kebangsaan (SK) Sri Kinta, Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan Tamil (SJKT) Kampung Simee, SK Cator Avenue and Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan Cina (SJKC) Chung Tack Simee. A total of 30 talented students were identified, and they are undergoing a 16-week intensive training from June 16 to Oct 6. Mohd Annuar also said that those selected are being guided by former national bowler Syaidatul Afifah Badrul Hamidi, who hails from Ipoh.
