News near Menara Kinabalu Kota Kinabalu Sabah
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More direct Sabah-Indonesia flights sought to boost connectivity
Sabah Chief Minister Hajiji Noor met the new Indonesian Consul in Tawau, Dino Nurwahyudin, at Menara Kinabalu in Kota Kinabalu. The meeting focused on strengthening bilateral ties, with the consul hoping for more direct flights between Indonesia and Sabah.
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Safma provides immediate relief to Kampung Numbak fire victims
Sabah Fish Marketing Sdn Bhd (Safma) donated fish products to victims of a recent fire in Kampung Numbak, Karambunai. The aid was handed over to the community leader for distribution to affected households.
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18th International Conference of Asian Academy of Preventive Dentistry (ICAAPD) 2026
18th International Conference of Asian Academy of Preventive Dentistry (ICAAPD) 2026. 30 September to 3 October 2026, at Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC), Kota Kinabalu.
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11th Malaysia Conference on Healthy Ageing 2026 (MCHA 2026)
11th Malaysia Conference on Healthy Ageing 2026 (MCHA 2026). 10 September to 12 September 2026, at Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC), Kota Kinabalu.
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SICC Marks Sabah Day with Local Culture, Entrepreneurs
The Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC) in Kota Kinabalu celebrated Sabah Day with a special luncheon and community tamu, showcasing local food, culture, and entrepreneurship. The event provided a platform for local entrepreneurs and artisans to promote their products, with SICC CEO Datuk Rosmawati Lasuki emphasizing the importance of supporting local businesses.
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8th IEEE International Conference on Artificial Intelligence in Engineering and Technology (IICAIET 2026)
8th IEEE International Conference on Artificial Intelligence in Engineering and Technology (IICAIET 2026). 9 September to 11 September 2026, at Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC), Kota Kinabalu.
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Sabah aims to produce more competitive entrepreneurs
The Sabah state government is committed to strengthening its entrepreneurship ecosystem to create more competitive entrepreneurs. Chief Minister Hajiji Noor said this at the Sabah International Business Luncheon Talk (SIBLT2026) in Kota Kinabalu, emphasizing Sabah's potential as a gateway to regional and global markets.
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Pan Gon fumes as Selangor blow lead twice in Likas thriller
Sabah and Selangor drew 2-2 in the first leg of their FA Cup first-round tie at Likas Stadium. Selangor coach Kim Pan Gon was frustrated after his team surrendered the lead twice, while Sabah coach Juan Torres Garrido felt his side should have won. The return leg will be at MBPJ Stadium.
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Not easy facing Sabah - Pan-gon
Selangor FC coach Kim Pan-gon admitted his team's 2-2 draw against Sabah FC in the first leg of the Piala FA Round of 16 at Stadium Likas, Kota Kinabalu, was a difficult result. He stressed the need for better preparation for the second leg on September 9 to secure a place in the quarter-finals.
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Don't be afraid to face Selangor - Garrido
Sabah FC drew 2-2 with Selangor FC in the first leg of the Piala FA Round of 16 at Stadium Likas in Kota Kinabalu. Coach Juan Torres Garrido said his team should have scored more goals and is confident they can perform well in the second leg at Stadium MBPJ Petaling Jaya on September 9.
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Sabah and Selangor share spoils in Likas
Sabah FC and Selangor FC drew 2-2 in the first leg of the FA Cup Round of 16 at Stadium Likas in Kota Kinabalu. Sabah took the lead through Dane James Ingham, but Selangor equalized and later went ahead before Abdul Halim Saari scored the equalizer. The second leg will be played at Selangor's home ground on September 9.
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Sabah FC squad depth worries coach Garrido
Sabah FC coach Juan Garrido is concerned about his squad's depth ahead of their FA Cup last-16 match against Selangor FC at Stadium Likas. He is worried about the limited squad size given the congested fixture schedule. The match is scheduled for tomorrow night.
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Sabah FC vs Selangor FC clash to be the focus tomorrow night
Four FA Cup round-of-16 matches are scheduled for tomorrow, with the highlight being the clash between Super League giants Sabah FC and Selangor FC at Stadium Likas in Kota Kinabalu. Other matches include Melaka FC vs Penang FC, Kelantan City FC vs Negeri Sembilan FC, and Kedah FA vs Star City FC.
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Nightclub owner fined for operating beyond permitted hours
In Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, a nightclub owner was fined RM3,000 for operating beyond permitted hours, and a 20-year-old man was fined RM2,000 for possessing unlicensed lottery slips. Both pleaded guilty in the Magistrate's Court.
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400 Sabah students explore Chinese culture at event
About 400 students from across Sabah gathered at Kian Kok Middle School in Kota Kinabalu for the opening of the 2026 Chinese Culture Land programme, a week-long cultural exchange running until Sept 6. The event features activities such as calligraphy, martial arts, and shadow puppetry.
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New Customs Director-General calls on TYT
Newly-appointed Customs Director-General Datuk Amran Ahmad paid a courtesy call on Sabah Head of State Tun Musa Aman at Istana Seri Kinabalu in Kota Kinabalu. The visit was to introduce himself, update on the department's initiatives, and inform about the retirement of the Sabah Customs Director.
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Kota Kinabalu crowned the overall champions
Kota Kinabalu Table Tennis Team won the overall championship at the 2nd Sabah Unity and Veteran Table Tennis Championship 2026, held at SB Ping Pong Hall in Sunny Garden. They scored 61 points, beating Papar and Sandakan.
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IEEE International Conference on Power Systems Technology (PowerCon) 2026
IEEE International Conference on Power Systems Technology (PowerCon) 2026. 11 October to 14 October 2026, at Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu.
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Air pollution nears 200, Sabah activates operations control in 3 districts
Sabah has activated its operations control centre (PKOB) in Kota Kinabalu, Keningau and Papar as the Air Pollutant Index (IPU) approaches 200. The state government has issued guidelines including cancelling outdoor activities and recommending school closures if the IPU exceeds 200.
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Sabah activates disaster operations in haze-hit districts
Sabah's disaster operations control centres in Kota Kinabalu, Keningau and Papar have been activated as air pollutant index readings approach hazardous levels. The state government has recommended cancelling outdoor activities and closing schools if readings reach 200, while a haze emergency would only be declared at 500.
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Sabah activates disaster centres as haze worsens
The Sabah government has activated the State Disaster Operations Command Centre and district-level centres in Kota Kinabalu, Keningau and Papar as API readings approach 200. State Secretary Datuk Zainudin Aman outlined measures from the National Haze Action Plan, including suspending outdoor activities and recommending school closures if readings exceed 200.
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Avoid outdoor activities, advises Sabah State Disaster Management Committee
The Sabah State Disaster Management Committee advised vulnerable groups to avoid outdoor activities after several areas recorded unhealthy Air Pollutant Index readings, with Kota Kinabalu at 177. The advisory includes wearing masks, staying hydrated, and avoiding open burning.
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Six Areas in Sabah Record Unhealthy API Readings, KK Polytechnic Highest at 185
Six areas in Sabah recorded unhealthy Air Pollutant Index (API) readings as of 8 am today, with the Kota Kinabalu Polytechnic station recording the highest at 185. The Sabah State Disaster Management Committee also reported six fire incidents in the past 24 hours, mostly bush or grass fires.
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Unhealthy air quality in four Sabah areas
Air quality in four Sabah areas reached unhealthy levels as of 6pm, with Kota Kinabalu recording the highest API of 154. The Sabah Environment Department attributed the haze to transboundary smoke from forest and peatland fires in Kalimantan, and is stepping up enforcement patrols.