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The Star
17-05-2025
- General
- The Star
Three Sabah associations launch RM500,000 education drive
KOTA KINABALU: Three education bodies in Sabah have launched a joint fundraising campaign to raise RM500,000 within two months to support and strengthen Chinese education across the state. The campaign, running from May 16 to July 15, is a collaborative effort by the Sabah SJKC Principals Association, the Sabah Chinese Schools Teachers Association, and the Sabah Kota Kinabalu Retired Principals and Headmasters Association. The launch, held at SJKC Chung Hwa Kota Kinabalu on Saturday (May 17), was officiated by the Special Officer to the Chief Minister of Sabah Yee Tsai Yiew, who applauded the initiative and urged the public to lend their support. 'This united effort reflects the strong commitment of the Chinese education community in Sabah. Every contribution, big or small, will help sustain the high standards of our Chinese schools and ensure their continued growth,' she said. The funds raised will go towards maintaining and enhancing educational programmes across 83 Chinese primary schools in Sabah, which currently serve more than 35,000 students. Yee expressed appreciation to both the federal and state governments for their continued support of Chinese education and stressed the growing inclusiveness of Chinese schools, with Bumiputera students making up more than 50% of enrolment in some institutions. 'This shows that Chinese schools are not only about preserving culture, but also about academic excellence and openness to all communities,' she added. In conjunction with Teacher's Day, Yee also extended her gratitude to educators statewide, acknowledging their dedication and role in shaping future generations. 'Teachers are the heart of our education system. Their sacrifices and commitment deserve our highest appreciation,' she said. Among those present at the launch were Sabah Chinese Schools Teachers Association president Datuk Eng Thiam Leong, Sabah SJKC Principals Association president Tai Ngit Wen, Sabah Kota Kinabalu Retired Principals and Headmasters Association president Chee Chi Hiung, and the Api-Api Community Development leader, Oliver Majaham.
Daily Express
17-05-2025
- Politics
- Daily Express
RM500,000 campaign to boost Chinese education in Sabah
Published on: Saturday, May 17, 2025 Published on: Sat, May 17, 2025 Text Size: A RM500,000 fundraising campaign was launched today at SJKC Chung Hwa to support Chinese education in Sabah. Running from May 16 to July 15, the campaign is a joint effort by the Sabah SJKC Principals Association, Chinese Schools Teachers Association, and Retired Principals and Headmasters Association. Advertisement Special Officer to the Chief Minister, Yee Tsai Yiew, officiated the launch, urging public support. "Funds will help sustain and improve educational programs across Sabah's 83 Chinese primary schools, which serve over 35,000 students," she said. Yiew praised the long-standing contributions of Chinese schools to nation-building and noted the increasing enrolment of non-Chinese students. She also extended Teacher's Day appreciation to all educators in the state. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Borneo Post
27-04-2025
- Health
- Borneo Post
Federal govt urged to address aging infrastructure of clinics in Sabah
Yee Tsai Yiew (middle) presenting the chairs to Kota Kinabalu Women & Children Clinic Medical Officer Dr Christy Dympha Akip. KOTA KINABALU (April 27): Parti Bersatu Sabah (PBS) Api-Api information chief Yee Tsai Yiew has called on the federal government to urgently address the aging infrastructure of government clinics in the state capital. Yee highlighted that clinics serving local communities have long struggled with outdated and insufficient facilities, operating beyond their intended capacity, and deteriorating surroundings — all of which urgently require federal intervention. She noted that many government clinics are in dire need of expansion to accommodate the growing number of patients, as well as upgrades to outdated medical equipment and facilities. One of the main concerns, she said, is the limited waiting space inside the clinics, which forces many patients to wait outside. The shortage of chairs, some of which are damaged but still in use, further compromises patient comfort and care. 'There is also a critical lack of essential medical equipment. For instance, the ultrasound machines are outdated, and the clinic has only one baby cot available,' she said during a visit to the Kota Kinabalu Women and Children's Clinic in Kampung Air. She added that long-standing issues such as limited parking and poor road conditions around the clinic continue to pose challenges for patients and staff. Yee, who also serves as Special Officer to the Chief Minister, stressed that since healthcare falls under the jurisdiction of the federal government, it is their responsibility to allocate sufficient funding for the upgrading of hospital and clinic infrastructure in Sabah. She emphasized that every citizen deserves access to basic, quality healthcare. As a short-term measure to improve the clinic's environment, Yee personally donated 24 new chairs to the Kota Kinabalu Women and Children's Clinic, enhancing patient comfort during their visit. While acknowledging that this is only a temporary solution, she reiterated the need for long-term, systemic federal investment to comprehensively strengthen the healthcare capacity across Sabah. Also present during the visit to the clinic were Kota Kinabalu Women and Children's Clinic Medical Officer Dr ayqChristy Dymphna Akip, Community Development Leader for N.20 Api-Api Oliver Majaham and Api-Api Chinese Community Leader Kapitan Chee Siaw Siaw.
The Star
27-04-2025
- Health
- The Star
Upgrade overcrowded Sabah govt clinics immediately, PBS urges
KOTA KINABALU: Government clinics here are struggling with outdated infrastructure, overcrowded facilities, and deteriorating conditions, highlighting an urgent need for federal intervention. 'Many clinics are operating beyond their intended capacity, with insufficient waiting areas, worn-out medical equipment, and poor surrounding infrastructure affecting patient care,' said Api-Api Parti Bersatu Sabah information chief Yee Tsai Yiew in a statement today (Apr 27). Yee highlighted these issues after visiting the Kota Kinabalu Women and Children's Clinic, one of the oldest health centres located in Kampung Air, right in the heart of the city centre. She stressed that the worsening state of government clinics requires immediate attention and funding from the federal government. 'Essential medical equipment, such as ultrasound machines, is outdated, and basic facilities like baby cots are severely limited. 'Many patients are forced to wait outside due to cramped indoor spaces and a shortage of chairs, some of which are damaged but still in use," she said. Yee added that problems around the clinics, including limited parking and poor road conditions, continue to burden both patients and healthcare staff. Since healthcare infrastructure falls under federal responsibility, Yee urged the government to allocate sufficient funding for the expansion and upgrading of clinics and hospitals in Sabah, ensuring that all citizens have access to quality basic healthcare. As a short-term measure, Yee donated 24 new chairs to the Kota Kinabalu Women and Children's Clinic to improve patient comfort. She emphasised that only long-term, systematic investment can truly address the broader challenges facing Sabah's healthcare system. Also present during the visit were Kota Kinabalu Women and Children's Clinic medical officer Dr Christy Dymphna Akip, Api-Api community development head Oliver Majaham, and Api-Api Chinese community leader Kapitan Chee Siaw Siaw.
