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Daily Express
4 days ago
- Health
- Daily Express
RM1 mil Hawana fund eases burden on media practitioners
Published on: Tuesday, June 17, 2025 Published on: Tue, Jun 17, 2025 By: Mardinah Jikur Text Size: Teo (second from right) presents the Tabung Kasih@Hawana contribution to Cheng Yee (center), witnessed by Vivian (second from left), Tang (left), and a Bernama representative. - Mardinah Jikur/Daily Express SANDAKAN: The government has allocated RM1 million to the Tabung Kasih@Hawana this year to support media practitioners facing hardship due to illness or accidents, said Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching. Since its 2023 launch, the fund has aided 441 recipients nationwide with RM1.21 million disbursed 28 in 2023, 229 in 2024, and 184 as of June 17, 2025. In Sabah, 19 journalists and former media workers have benefited. Advertisement Teo presented a contribution to Merdeka Daily News journalist Jee Cheng Yee, 35, who suffers from anemia following surgery during childbirth last year. She emphasised the fund, managed by BERNAMA, aims to relieve the burden of ill media workers and urged more media personnel to apply. Cheng Yee thanked Teo, Bernama, the Sabah Journalists Association (SJA), and Sandakan Media Association (PEMASSA) for the support. * 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
10-06-2025
- Politics
- Borneo Post
Mainstream media still trusted for accurate, in-depth reports, says Alice Lau
Lau (seated fifth left) is seen with SJA members and guests at the event. SIBU (June 10): Social media may be the common mode used to share news but mainstream media such as newspapers and television stations are still trusted for providing accurate and in-depth reports, said Alice Lau. The Dewan Rakyat Deputy Speaker said journalists are trained to seek the truth, verify facts, as well as present fair and balanced reports to the public. 'They are not just sharing messages but are truth-seekers and truth-tellers, helping our society make sense of complex issues,' she said at the Sibu Journalists Association (SJA) installation and Gawai celebration last night. The Lanang MP said in today's digital era, social media and online platforms have enabled information to travel faster than ever. While this is convenient, she pointed out there are also challenges as misinformation and fake news can spread rapidly, especially through unverified sources. 'Nowadays, anyone can post content, information, or news on platforms like Facebook, WeChat, TikTok, or Instagram. But that doesn't make everyone a journalist. As more people turn to social media and 'self-media', journalists also need to keep up. 'This doesn't mean just blindly following the latest trends, but rather strengthening their professional skills, using new tools wisely, and staying true to their mission,' she said. Lau pointed out that while most people can cook, not everyone can become a master chef. She also shared that Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim had announced an additional RM1 million this year for the Tabung Kasih @ Hawana. The fund, set up in April 2023, helps media professionals facing health challenges or in urgent need of support. 'This shows that the Madani government truly appreciates the hard work and contributions of journalists in our country,' added Lau. To date, 405 media members have received aid from Tabung Kasih @ Hawana. Among those attending the SJA event were Bawang Assan assemblyman Dato Sri Wong Soon Koh; Sibu MP Oscar Ling; Bukit Assek assemblyman Joseph Chieng; Joshua Ting – a political secretary to the Premier, who represented Dudong assemblyman Dato Sri Tiong King Sing; and SJA chairperson Florence Nervyn. Alice Lau lead mainstream media Sibu Journalists Association
The Star
10-06-2025
- Health
- The Star
Fahmi: Hawana aid has helped 405 media practitioners
PUTRAJAYA: A total of 405 media practitioners have benefited from a special fund launched in conjunction with National Journalists' Day (Hawana) in 2023. Communication Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil (pic), who disclosed this, said more media practitioners will receive aid with the Hawana 2025 celebration scheduled to take place in Kuala Lumpur on Saturday. He said media practitioners who previously received assistance will also get aid. 'If there is anyone we need to reach out to and provide additional assistance for, I will ask that this matter be looked into,' he told reporters after presenting the Tabung Kasih@Hawana contribution to New Straits Times photo editor Ikhwan Munir, 50, who is undergoing treatment for colorectal cancer at Putrajaya Hospital yesterday, Bernama reported. Also present were Bernama chief executive officer Datin Paduka Nur-ul Afida Kamaludin and Media Prima Group managing editor Jasbant Singh. The fund, an initiative of the Communications Ministry, is managed by Bernama. Fahmi said the national news agency would continue to monitor the needs of Ikhwan, who has two children aged seven and 23. 'Ikhwan has been battling health issues over the past few weeks, so his wife is unable to work. Bernama will continue to monitor to see if we need to provide further help to him,' he added. The minister said he also took the opportunity during his visit to seek feedback from the hospital management on telecommunication coverage and Internet access at the health facility. 'They are satisfied, though they did say there is a minor issue with one of the telcos at the new wing. I have asked this telco to help optimise their services,' said Fahmi.
New Straits Times
09-06-2025
- Health
- New Straits Times
NSTP photo editor with cancer receives aid under Tabung Kasih@Hawana
PUTRAJAYA: New Straits Times Press (NSTP) photo editor Ikhwan Munir, who has been diagnosed with colon cancer, received financial aid under the Tabung Kasih@Hawana initiative today. The aid was presented by Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil when he visited Ikhwan at Putrajaya Hospital today. Ikhwan, 50, is undergoing treatment at the hospital following his diagnosis in May. He has served with NSTP for 29 years. After the visit, Fahmi said the aid was part of the government's efforts to support media practitioners facing difficult circumstances. "Today, we visited Ikhwan to deliver a small contribution under the Tabung Kasih@Hawana initiative. "We hope the money and basic necessities will bring him some comfort and encouragement during this challenging time." Present were Media Prima News and Current Affairs group managing editor Jasbant Singh, Berita Harian group editor Zulkifli Jalil, Bernama chief executive officer Datin Nur-ul Afida Kamaludin, as well as representatives from Media Prima. Fahmi thanked Media Prima for its continued concern for the wellbeing of its staff. He said his ministry, together with Bernama, would continue to monitor Ikhwan's condition to determine whether further assistance would be needed. "His wife is no longer working and we have taken note of several matters. "There is a 16-year age gap between their two children and the eldest is helping to care for the youngest." On the aid programme, Fahmi said 405 media practitioners have benefited from the initiative since its launch in 2023. "We hope that when we celebrate Hawana (National Journalists Day) this Saturday, on June 14, we will not only be able to extend support to more individuals, but also review the needs of previous recipients and provide additional aid if necessary." Jasbant thanked the ministry and Bernama for the assistance. "This reflects the minister's deep concern for the welfare of members of the journalism community in our country. "The aid given is certainly meaningful to Ikhwan's family and will help ease their burden as they face this difficult time. "I would also like to extend my heartfelt thanks to the hospital for the high-quality care provided, which has proven effective, as Ikhwan is gradually recovering."
New Straits Times
02-06-2025
- Politics
- New Straits Times
Journalists with integrity not merely news writers
BUTTERWORTH: Journalists with integrity do not merely write news, but deliver accurate information and act as watchdogs in a democratic country and shape public opinion. Penang chief minister Chow Kon Yeow said in a fast-paced world overflowing with information that can often times be confusing, journalists play a vital role in sifting, researching and ensuring that accurate and correct information is delivered to the public. "Journalists have the duty to be the border between fact and slander, truth and manipulation," he said during his speech at the Penang state-level National Journalists Day (Hawana) 2025 celebrations here last night. As such, he urged media practitioners to continue to hold to journalism ethics and ensure that the information spread was not just accurate, but capable of fostering understanding and unity. He also expressed the Penang government's appreciation towards the media for their role as a strategic partner in the state's development. "I believe with the support and cooperation of the media, government policies and initiatives can be understood and assessed fairly by the public," he said. Meanwhile, Media Mutiara Club president Mohd Iskandar Othman said Hawana was now an important platform to honour the role of the media in championing freedom and safety of journalists and to spur discussions on ethics, digital challenges and the future of the media industry. He also expressed his appreciation to the Communications Ministry's initiative to launch Tabung Kasih @Hawana in April 2023, which is implemented by the Malaysian National News Agency (Bernama). "Since its launch, the fund has provided aid to 315 media practitioners throughout the country, including those who are active and retired, focusing on those with health problems, facing difficulties in life or affected by disasters. "The initiative not only provide financial aid but also shows care and concern to journalists who have greatly contributed to society," he said. The highlight of Hawana 2025 will take place on June 14 at World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur, and will be officiated by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, with an estimated 1,000 media practitioners, both local and foreign, in attendance. Hawana, organised by the Communications Ministry and with Bernama as its implementing agency, offers various events, including a Pesta Pantun on May 31 and a prelaunch with strategic partners at Wisma Bernama on June 3, as well as a media jointly organised with the Malaysian Press Institute (MPI) on June 14.
