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Teen motorcyclist dies after crashing into road barrier in Beaufort
A teenage boy died on Sunday night after his motorcycle crashed into a road barrier along Jalan Kampung Betanduk towards Kota Klias in Beaufort, Sabah. Police received a report at 8.14pm and confirmed the victim died at the scene. In separate incidents, police detained a man for drug possession in Kampung Nukahan and a woman for illegal gambling in Papar.
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Stolen Proton Saga found after UMS student house break-in
A Proton Saga stolen during a break-in at a house occupied by female Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) students in Kota Kinabalu was recovered hours later at a waste disposal area in Kingfisher. Two laptops and keys were also stolen. Police confirmed the students were safe and no arrests have been made.
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Sabah FC lose 2-0 to Kuching City in first Borneo Derby at Likas Stadium
Kuching City FC defeated Sabah FC 2-0 in the first Borneo Derby of the season at Likas Stadium in Kota Kinabalu on Saturday. Ajdin Mujagic scored both goals in the first half, capitalizing on defensive errors by Sabah FC. Despite a strong second-half performance, Sabah FC failed to convert their chances.
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Ministers to study housing affected Numbak fire students in school hostels
Ministers Datuk Mustapha Sakmud and Fadhlina Sidek will consider a proposal to house students displaced by the Kampung Numbak fire in school hostels. The fire on Aug 30 destroyed about 200 stilt houses and killed three children. Affected students will receive RM300 each from a government fund.
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Sabah activist and ex-Bersih vice-chair Beverly Joeman dies at 56 after leukaemia battle
Human rights advocate Edlyn Beverly Joeman, former Bersih Sabah vice-chairperson, died today at Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Kota Kinabalu. She was 56 and had been battling acute myeloid leukaemia. Tributes from Bersih and fellow activists remember her as a champion for justice and Indigenous communities.
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Two bus workers brawl at Inanam Terminal over passengers
Two bus company workers brawled at the Inanam Bus Terminal in Kota Kinabalu last Friday. The fight was believed to have been caused by a dispute over getting passengers. Both men, aged 38 and 37, have been detained by police to assist in the investigation.
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Unhealthy air recorded at three Sabah monitoring stations
Three air quality monitoring stations in Sabah recorded unhealthy API readings on Monday afternoon, with the highest at Politeknik Kota Kinabalu at 156. The Sabah Department of Environment attributed the haze to transboundary fires in Kalimantan and reminded the public that open burning is prohibited.
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Father tells coroner's court daughter would have been in permanent coma had she survived
The father of Zara Qairina Mahathir testified at the Kota Kinabalu coroner's court that doctors told him his daughter would have remained in a permanent coma had she survived. He described her critical injuries and his experience at Queen Elizabeth Hospital before she died on July 17 last year. The inquest into the 13-year-old's death continues.
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Zara Qairina's father testifies police told him of death threat report against him
At the Coroner's Court in Kota Kinabalu, the father of the late Zara Qairina Mahathir testified that police informed him his ex-wife had allegedly lodged a report against him over a death threat. Mahathir Mohd Hashim, the 80th deponent, said he was questioned about how he allegedly hit and tortured Zara. The inquest into Zara's death, who was found under her dormitory building in July 2025, resumes on Sept 9.
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PM Anwar to chair MA63 implementation council meeting in Kota Kinabalu on Friday
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim will chair the MA63 Implementation Action Council meeting at the Sabah International Convention Centre in Kota Kinabalu this Friday. The meeting will be attended by Sarawak Premier Abang Johari and Sabah Chief Minister Hajiji Noor, with Sabah hosting the session.
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Yong urges Sabah Heritage Council to restore fire-damaged KK Community Centre
Former Sabah Chief Minister Yong Teck Lee has called on the Sabah Heritage Council to immediately restore the fire-damaged Kota Kinabalu Community Centre. He noted the building remains dilapidated over a year after the fire and is a gazetted heritage site. Yong is asking the council and ministry to reveal their conservation plan.
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Lions Club Kota Kinabalu trains single mothers in massage and baking
The Lions Club of Kota Kinabalu City, with PITSA, launched an initiative to empower single mothers with practical skills. Two workshops were held in Kota Kinabalu: a massage therapy training at the Palliative Care Centre and a baking workshop at the Cheshire Home Centre. The club also recalled past projects that provided ovens and sewing machines to participants.
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Jetama showcases water, energy products at Sabah International Expo 2026
Jetama Sdn Bhd and its subsidiaries participated in the Sabah International Expo 2026 (SIE2026) held from 4 to 6 September at the Sabah International Convention Centre in Kota Kinabalu. The expo was officially opened by Deputy Chief Minister III Datuk Ewon Benedick, and targets RM10 million in sales with around 10,000 visitors expected.
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Inquest: Zara Qairina's father says he was never asked for autopsy consent
The father of Zara Qairina Mahathir testified at the coroner's inquest in Kota Kinabalu that he was never asked for consent to perform an autopsy on his daughter. He described being at Queen Elizabeth Hospital when her death was confirmed and his observations of her injuries. The 13-year-old was found unconscious at her school's hostel before being pronounced dead at the hospital.
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Karamunsing residents demand halt to apartment project, allege secret rezoning
Residents of Jalan Sang Kancil in Karamunsing, Kota Kinabalu, are demanding a stop to the construction of a four-storey apartment block, claiming the area's rezoning from low-density residential to high-density was done secretly. They allege the development was approved without proper public consultation and are calling for a review of the technical and legal issues.
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CIS says Sabah cement supply to fully recover by mid-September after plant repairs
Cement Industries (Sabah) Sdn Bhd says the cement supply disruption in Sabah will be fully resolved by mid-September. The shortage was caused by repair and maintenance works at its plant in Teluk Sepangar, near Kota Kinabalu, which have now been completed. The company is ramping up production and sourcing more raw materials to meet demand.
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US Navy musician's rendition of 'Original Sabahan' wins over Sabahans at PP26 launch
A US Navy musician, Jasmine Rodriguez, has gone viral in Sabah for her performance of the local song 'Original Sabahan' at the launch of Pacific Partnership 2026 in Kota Kinabalu. The event also featured a joint performance with the Malaysian military band and a community health engagement that benefited hundreds of locals.
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Sabah interfaith gathering at Kota Kinabalu Gurdwara draws over 100 for National Day prayers
More than 100 people attended the annual 'Doa Sayangi Malaysia' gathering at the Kota Kinabalu Gurdwara in Sabah on Sunday. Organised by the Kinabalu Singh Sabha Association and the Sabah State Cultural Board, the event featured prayers for national harmony and unity. Speakers highlighted the importance of racial unity and mutual respect among Malaysia's diverse communities.
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Kota Kinabalu, Kimanis API readings remain unhealthy at 157 and 151
Kota Kinabalu and Kimanis in Sabah recorded unhealthy Air Pollutant Index readings of 157 and 151 as of 5pm Sunday. The Sabah Department of Environment attributes the haze to transboundary fires in Kalimantan, while patrols found no major local fires.
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Kota Kinabalu resident lodges police report over Sunday renovation noise
A resident of a luxury serviced residence in Kota Kinabalu has lodged a police report over renovation work being carried out on a Sunday. The resident, Tony Koh, said the noise from the work, which he believes is coming from a nearby shopping mall's parking lot, disturbed his rest and that of other residents. He hopes the developer and mall management will stop such work on Sundays.
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Sabah education official urges bullying victims to report incidents, seek help
At an anti-bullying programme in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah State Education Department deputy director Muddin Beting urged students facing bullying to report incidents to teachers, parents and authorities. He stressed that victims must stand firm on truth and justice to prevent others from suffering the same fate. The event was organised by the National Consumer Action Council (MTPN) Sabah.
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Aidil praises Kuching City's focus after 2-0 win over Sabah
Kuching City FC beat Sabah FC 2-0 in a Super League match at Likas Stadium, Kota Kinabalu, last night. Striker Ajdin Mujagic scored two long-range goals in the 4th and 21st minutes. Coach Aidil Sharin Sahak praised his players' focus and commitment following a 0-0 draw against Kelantan in the FA Cup previously.
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Sabah allocates RM8.24 million to Jhewa for women's empowerment programmes
The Sabah state government has allocated RM8.24 million to the Sabah Women Affairs Department (Jhewa) for women's empowerment programmes this year. Chief Minister Hajiji Noor announced the funding at the State-Level Women's Day Celebration in Kota Kinabalu, highlighting initiatives like Jhewa Bizbloom for single mothers and B40 women.
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Sal Priadi and Raim Laode to hold first joint concert in Kota Kinabalu
The Melodi Malam 3.0: Pria Terhebat concert will take place at the Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC) on October 2. Indonesian singers Sal Priadi and Raim Laode will share a stage for the first time in Kota Kinabalu. Tickets are priced at RM229 and available through the official platform.