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Daily Express
a day ago
- Business
- Daily Express
Nearly RM1 billion on educations, skills since GRS Government came to power in Sabah: Chief Minister
Published on: Friday, June 20, 2025 Published on: Fri, Jun 20, 2025 Text Size: Dr Joachim (fourth left) presents a certificate of appreciation for strategic partnership in conjunction with National Training Week (NTW 2025) state-level to Zara Boutique Hotel Kota Kinabalu Chief Executive Officer, Datuk Eliza Goh. Kota Kinabalu: Human capital development remains a central pillar in driving Sabah's economic agenda, particularly in tapping into the vast potential of the rapidly growing blue economy sector. Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor said this approach is essential to ensure Sabahans possess the skills and knowledge relevant to current demands, in line with the evolving global economic landscape. Advertisement 'The world has changed, and we must change with it. We can no longer rely on outdated systems. Therefore, we need a competitive and highly skilled workforce to propel the State's development,' he said when officiating the Sabah Blue Economy Skillfest 2025 at Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC), Thursday. His speech was read by Deputy Chief Minister II cum Local Government and Housing Minister Datuk Seri Dr Joachim Gunsalam. Hajiji said the State Government, through the Hala Tuju Sabah Maju Jaya (SMJ) Development Plan, continues to formulate inclusive and sustainable development policies, prioritising the upskilling of the people to navigate the new economic era. 'Sabah is rich in marine resources. Therefore, it is our responsibility to ensure the people are equipped to harness this potential in a sustainable and knowledgeable way.' Advertisement Hajiji said from 2021 to 2024, the State Government allocated RM848.26 million through four key education channels, benefitting nearly 245,953 recipients. These include RM227.1 million under the Sabah State Education Fund (benefitting 7,483 recipients), RM324.1 million under the State Government Scholarship (13,640 recipients), RM164.14 million in education aid from the Deputy State Secretary Office (Special Tasks) (210,918 recipients) and RM132.92 million in assistance and loans from Yayasan Sabah (13,921 recipients). 'For this year, the State Government has allocated another RM497.54 million to continue its human capital empowerment agenda aimed at producing a generation that is competent, innovative and full of integrity,' he said. Hajiji also commended HRD Corp for successfully training 61,448 workers in Sabah throughout 2024, with funding exceeding RM58.2 million. 'I am confident that initiatives such as this Skillfest will create even more new job opportunities in sectors related to the blue economy,' he said. He noted that Skillfest is one of the key efforts to strengthen skills training in the blue economy sector, which includes industries such as mariculture, fisheries, marine energy, marine tourism and ocean technology research and development. 'Skillfest 2025 aims to attract 2,500 participants and is part of the National Training Week (NTW) 2025 – Sabah, which targets over 67,000 participants statewide this year,' he said. He also praised the strategic collaboration between HRD Corporation and the Sabah Maju Jaya Secretariat (SSMJ) in organising the programme, as it supports the Government's goal to expand lifelong learning opportunities for all citizens regardless of background. He said the programme is a continuation of the success of the Sabah International Blue Economy Conference (SIBEC) 2024, which gained global attention and positioned Sabah as a key player in the regional blue economy. Hajiji called on young Sabahans to make the most of the opportunities and hoped such programmes would be expanded across the State as part of a continuous learning ecosystem. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * 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
a day ago
- Business
- Borneo Post
Hajiji: Human capital at core of Sabah's blue economy ambitions
Dr Joachim (fourth left) presents a certificate of appreciation for strategic partnership in conjunction with National Training Week (NTW 2025) state-level to Zara Boutique Hotel Kota Kinabalu Chief Executive Officer, Datuk Eliza Goh. KOTA KINABALU (June 19): The Sabah government continues to place strong emphasis on human capital development as a central pillar in driving its economic growth, particularly in realising the full potential of the state's expanding blue economy sector. Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor said this focus is essential to ensure Sabahans are equipped with the right skills and knowledge in line with global economic shifts. He stressed that the world has changed significantly and Sabah must evolve alongside it. Holding on to outdated systems, he said, is no longer an option. Instead, Sabah requires a highly skilled, competitive workforce capable of pushing the state's development forward. His speech was delivered by Deputy Chief Minister II cum State Minister of Local Government and Housing, Datuk Seri Panglima Dr Joachim Gunsalam, during the opening of the Sabah Blue Economy Skillfest 2025 at the Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC) on Thursday. Hajiji said the state government, through the Hala Tuju Sabah Maju Jaya (SMJ) development plan, remains committed to crafting inclusive and sustainable policies that enhance the capabilities of the people as Sabah enters a new economic era. With the state's wealth of marine resources, he emphasised the importance of preparing Sabahans to tap into this potential in a sustainable and informed manner. According to him, between 2021 and 2024, the state government allocated RM848.26 million across four major education channels, benefiting close to 246,000 recipients. These investments included allocations under the Sabah State Education Fund, the State Government Scholarship Scheme, educational assistance from the Office of the Deputy State Secretary (Special Tasks) and support provided through Yayasan Sabah. For this year alone, RM497.54 million has been earmarked to continue efforts in strengthening human capital development. Hajiji said this reflects the government's strong commitment to producing a generation that is competent, innovative and guided by integrity. He also commended HRD Corp for its role in boosting the state's workforce, having successfully trained 61,448 individuals in Sabah throughout 2024, with total funding surpassing RM58.2 million. Programmes like Skillfest, he said, not only open up new employment opportunities but also support the state's strategic efforts to nurture talent across the blue economy. Skillfest 2025 aims to draw the participation of 2,500 individuals and forms part of the National Training Week (NTW) 2025 Sabah, which targets over 67,000 participants statewide this year. Hajiji said the collaboration between HRD Corporation and the Sabah Maju Jaya Secretariat (SSMJ) in organising Skillfest is a clear example of the type of strategic partnership needed to expand access to lifelong learning for all Sabahans, regardless of background. The programme, he added, is a continuation of the momentum built during the successful Sabah International Blue Economy Conference (SIBEC) 2024, which drew international attention and established Sabah's reputation as a key player in the regional blue economy. In concluding his message, Hajiji urged the people of Sabah to seize the opportunities provided through initiatives like Skillfest. He expressed hope that similar programmes would be expanded across the state, contributing to the development of a vibrant and inclusive lifelong learning ecosystem for all.
The Sun
2 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
RM497.54 mln for Sabah human capital development
KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah government has allocated RM497.54 million this year to strengthen the human capital development agenda to produce a generation that is competent, innovative and has integrity, said Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor. He said the state government continues to place human capital development as the main thrust in making the state's economic agenda a success, especially in exploring the great potential of the growing blue economy sector. 'The world has changed, and we also need to change. We can no longer hold on to the old system. Therefore, competitive and highly skilled human capital is needed to drive the state's development,' he said in his speech at the opening of the Sabah Blue Economy Skillfest 2025 at the Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC), here today. The text of his speech was read by Deputy Chief Minister II Datuk Seri Dr Joachim Gunsalam, who is also Sabah's Minister of Local Government and Housing. The Chief Minister said that through the Sabah Maju Jaya (SMJ) Roadmap, the state government continues to formulate inclusive and sustainable development policies by prioritising increasing the people's capacity in the new economic era. According to Hajiji, from 2021 to 2024, a total of RM848.26 million has been allocated by the state government through four main education channels that benefit nearly 245,953 recipients. The allocation includes the Sabah State Education Fund (RM227.1 million), Sabah State Government Scholarships (RM324.1 million), Education Assistance from the Office of the Deputy State Secretary (RM164.14 million) as well as assistance and loans from Sabah Foundation (RM132.92 million). He said the Skillfest programme is among important efforts to strengthen skills training in the blue economy sector, which includes industries such as mariculture, fisheries, marine energy, marine tourism as well as ocean technology research and development. 'Sabah is rich in marine resources. Therefore, it is our responsibility to ensure that the people are prepared to harness this potential sustainably,' he said. Hajiji said the strategic collaboration between HRD Corporation and the Sabah Maju Jaya Secretariat (SSMJ) in organising this programme was commendable as it supported the government's goal of expanding access to lifelong learning. The programme is also a continuation of the success of the Sabah International Blue Economy Conference (SIBEC) 2024 which has attracted global attention and positioned Sabah as a major player in the regional blue economy.
Daily Express
05-06-2025
- Politics
- Daily Express
RM13 million Sabah State Education Fund aid for 9,000 students
Published on: Thursday, June 05, 2025 Published on: Thu, Jun 05, 2025 By: Marutin Ansiung Text Size: Mohamad Arifin (seated, centre) and others VIP in a group photo at the event. KENINGAU: The Sabah State Education Fund (TPNS) has spent RM13 million to support the education of more than 9,000 youths in Sabah since its inception three years ago. State Science, Technology and Innovation minister Datuk Dr Mohamad Arifin Arif said this reflected State Government's unwavering dedication to ensuring that no child in Sabah is deprived of educational opportunities. Advertisement 'This ongoing initiative, launched three years ago by Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor, underscores the State Government's prioritisation of education as a vital investment in Sabah's future,' he said. Arifin, representing the Deputy Chief Minister Datuk Seri Dr Jeffrey Kitingan, said this during a ceremony held at the Sabah State Library Auditorium in here on Tuesday, where he officiated the distribution of TPNS aid and the presentation for the Adopted Schools programme in the district. During the ceremony, a total of RM435,695 was disbursed to 180 students from both public and private institutions of higher learning pursuing various academic qualifications, including Science Certificates, Diplomas, Bachelor's Degrees, Master's and Doctorate degrees. The event also recognised outstanding academic achievements, awarding RM1,000 each to a Keningau student who attained 12 A's and three students who secured 10 A's in the recent Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) examination at SM Ken Hwa. A total of 173 secondary school students from the district received free eyeglasses as part of the educational assistance programme. In addition to student aid, public libraries across Sabah including branches in Keningau, Lahad Datu, Kunak, Membakut, Tuaran, Semporna, Sandakan, Tawau, Beaufort, Ranau and Kota Marudu were recipients of educational tablets to enhance learning resources. The ceremony also featured support for the Bahasa Sahabat programme, which aims to strengthen the Malay language and improve English proficiency across four Malaysian Teacher Education Institutes (IPGM) campuses located in Kampus Kent, Keningau, Tawau, and Gaya Kinabalu. Aid for school activities was further extended through the Bagus programme and Sabah Sukes initiatives, benefiting the Keningau District Education Office (PPD) and the Sabah State Islamic Religious Affairs Department (Jheains). Two Adopted Schools which is SK Banjar and SMK Bingkor, were also awarded grants of RM5,000 and RM10,000 respectively. The event was graced by the presence of Assistant Minister of Community Development and People's Well-being Datuk Flovia Ng, who is also the Tulid assemblyman, the Director of the Sabah Education Department and senior officials from Yayasan Sabah Group and the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * 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
22-04-2025
- Politics
- Borneo Post
Sabah boosts education support by giving aid to flood-affected students, teachers
The Sabah State Education Fund recipients. KOTA KINABALU (April 22): The Sabah State Government's unwavering commitment to strengthening the education sector is further reinforced through the Sabah State Education Fund (TPNS) presentation ceremony today at Menara Kinabalu. The ceremony saw 194 recipients receiving one-time assistance to ease their educational expenses, including students, teachers, and school representatives affected by the recent flood disaster. At the same ceremony, the University College Sabah Foundation (UCSF) also received an allocation of TPNS funds to be distributed to its students, which is in line with ongoing efforts to broaden access to higher education for the youth of Sabah. The TPNS presentation ceremony was graced by the Minister of Science, Technology, and Innovation cum chairman of the TPNS Implementation Committee, Datuk Dr Haji Mohd Arifin bin Datuk Haji Mohd Arif. Also present were the director of Yayasan Sabah, Dato' Sri Haji Gulamhaidar bin Khan Bahadar, and other members of the TPNS Implementation Committee. This financial assistance is intended to ease the financial burden on affected students and education personnel and reflect the state government's deep concern for the challenges faced in the aftermath of a disaster. It is a testament to the government's unwavering commitment to ensuring that no individual is left behind in their pursuit of education, even in the face of adversity. The event was further enlivened by the TPNS Aidilfitri celebration, which brought together more than 400 guests, including TPNS recipients, their family members, educators and guests. The festive atmosphere provided a meaningful platform to foster relationships and acknowledge the contributions of all parties involved in advancing education in Sabah. TPNS remains steadfast in its commitment to serving as a sustainable educational support platform for the people of Sabah, particularly in navigating economic challenges and natural disasters. The ceremony not only acted as a channel for financial assistance but also stood as a symbol of shared hope and the collective strength of a united Sabah community, where every individual is empowered to pursue education. The Sabah State Government continues to uphold its vision of making education the cornerstone of its development, paving the way for brighter and more inclusive future generations.
