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New Straits Times
20-05-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
UniMAP implements Madani solar project in Sabah
KANGAR: Universiti Malaysia Perlis (UniMAP) has been given the mandate by the Prime Minister's Department to coordinate the implementation of the Solar Madani project in Sabah, involving the installation of nearly 4,000 units of solar lights in the state's rural and interior areas. UniMAP vice-chancellor Prof Datuk Dr Zaliman Sauli said the implementation of the high-impact project is in line with the country's desire to promote the use of renewable energy and expand access to lighting in areas that lack basic infrastructure facilities. "As a technical university focused on innovative solutions, UniMAP is very honoured to be given this responsibility, which we believe will strengthen basic infrastructure and improve the quality of life of rural communities through the use of environmentally friendly green energy technology. "The implementation of this project not only elevates the role of the university as a driver of sustainable development but also enables the involvement of the academic community to contribute to the well-being of the community, especially in Sabah," he said in a statement today. Zaliman said the first phase of the programme began with a pilot project in Tawau, which involved the installation of 40 solar light poles in several villages. He said the villages were identified through a strategic collaboration between UniMAP and the PMD, as well as the active involvement of the local community. "UniMAP is also responsible for carrying out continuous monitoring, technical audits and maintenance support so that the solar lights installed function optimally in the long term," he said, adding that it would involve students and researchers in fieldwork in line with the university's approach of integrating knowledge with real practice. Recently, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, at the launch of the pilot project in conjunction with the Sabah Madani Tour 2025, stressed the importance of such initiatives in saving long-term costs, strengthening environmental sustainability and strengthening relationships between the government, educational institutions and the people. – Bernama
Barnama
13-05-2025
- Business
- Barnama
UniMAP Clinches Top MNC Preferred Graduate Award
KANGAR, May 13 (Bernama) -- Universiti Malaysia Perlis (UniMAP) has clinched the Top Multinational Company (MNC) Preferred Graduate Rate Award through the Graduate Tracer Study System (SKPG) 2024, organised by the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE). In a statement today, the university said the award further solidified its reputation as a leading institution of higher learning that produced quality and competitive graduates. It added that the recognition reflected multinational companies' strong confidence in the competence and potential of UniMAP graduates, particularly in meeting the demands of high-tech industries on a global scale. Meanwhile, in the same statement, UniMAP vice-chancellor Prof Datuk Dr Zaliman Sauli described the achievement as the result of the collective efforts and unwavering commitment of all university staff in developing an educational ecosystem aligned with industry needs. 'This award demonstrates that UniMAP's strategic approach in bridging the gap between universities and industry is yielding positive results. We believe in the holistic development of graduates, not only in terms of academics but also in soft skills, leadership, and professionalism values. 'The confidence multinational companies have in UniMAP graduates demonstrates that our curriculum remains relevant and dynamic in addressing the challenges of the Industrial Revolution 4.0 and beyond. 'UniMAP reaffirms its commitment to continue strengthening the structure and content of the curriculum, ensuring it aligns with current technological developments and the demands of the global job market,' he said. Zaliman said that UniMAP would continue to streamline and strengthen the curriculum by incorporating the latest elements, including digital technology, artificial intelligence, and sustainability. He said that the strategic link with industry would also be expanded to provide more opportunities for industrial training and collaborative research.
