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TVET grads record 95.5pc employability rate
Deputy Human Resources Minister Datuk Khairul Firdaus Akbar Khan said TVET graduates have a 95.5 per cent employability rate, showing the field is no longer seen as second-tier. He spoke at the 29th ADTEC JTM Convocation for the Borneo Region in Kota Kinabalu, which celebrated 704 graduates from campuses in Kota Kinabalu, Sandakan and Labuan.
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Api-Api assemblyman urges DBKK to provide safe trolley routes before confiscations
Api-Api Assemblyman Loi Kok Liang has urged Kota Kinabalu City Hall (DBKK) to provide safe and practical trolley routes for traders at the Central Market before confiscating their trolleys. This follows a complaint from a food stall operator whose trolley was confiscated and a RM100 fee was required for its return. Loi also suggested upgrading the pedestrian bridge with a lift or ramp to help traders transport goods.
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US encourages tourists to visit Sabah as security improves
The United States is encouraging tourists to visit Sabah following improved security, with its embassy in Malaysia lowering its travel advisory for the region. The announcement was made at the launch of the Freedom 250 campaign in Kota Kinabalu, a three-day event celebrating American independence.
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MoU in Tuaran to develop standards for Sabah native customary governance
The Sabah Native Indigenous Customary Community Organisation Sunduan Nabalu and Ipec Bureau signed an MoU in Tuaran to develop standards and competency certification for the Sabah native customary governance ecosystem. The initiative aims to preserve heritage and traditional knowledge without interfering with the jurisdiction of official institutions like the Native Courts.
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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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NGO raises RM10k for the needy
The Wheels of Love Project, a joint initiative by JCI Kota Kinabalu and the Lions Club of Luyang A.C.E., raised over RM10,000 to provide mobility and medical equipment for the needy in Sabah. The equipment was delivered to homes in Kota Kinabalu, Luyang, and Papar by the end of August.
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New KKIA Signage Becomes Popular Photo Spot
The newly installed signage at Kota Kinabalu International Airport has become a popular spot for travellers to take photos before departure, featuring Sabah's iconic sunset, Mount Kinabalu, and cultural motifs.
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Safa women maintain their winning streak
Sabah FA women's team defeated Selangor FC 3-1 at Penampang Stadium to remain unbeaten at the top of the National Women's League. Goals from Mai-Lisa Atis, Delainey Varela-Keen and Sebin An secured the victory.
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Ching Byn and Kelly win International 470 Open title
Chia Ching Byn and Kelly Yin won the International 470 Open title at the 31st Merdeka Day Open Regatta 2026, held at the Kinabalu Yacht Club in Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu. The event also saw victories in ILCA, Optimist, Windsurf, and Stand-Up Paddle categories, with 59 participants total.
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50,000 join Sabah National Day celebration
About 50,000 people attended the Sabah 2026 National Day celebration at Dataran Bandaraya in Kota Kinabalu, featuring a parade of 173 contingents along Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens. The event included competition categories for schools, NGOs, ethnic associations, and government departments, with Head of State Tun Musa Aman and Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor in attendance.
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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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Kampung Numbak fire: RM3,000 aid for each Malaysian family
The Sabah State Government announced RM3,000 in aid for each Malaysian family affected by the Kampung Numbak fire in Kota Kinabalu, along with materials worth RM20,000 to rebuild their homes. Chief Minister Hajiji Noor made the announcement while visiting victims at the Dewan Serbaguna Likas evacuation centre. He also commented that the planned US military base on Balabac Island in the Philippines should not concern Sabah.
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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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SFC coach prioritises recovery ahead of FA Cup tie against Sabah
Selangor FC coach Kim Pan-gon says his team's focus is on player recovery after a run of three consecutive away matches. They face Sabah FC in the FA Cup last-16 at Stadium Likas on Tuesday night. Selangor won 3-0 against Terengganu FC on August 28, while Sabah beat Penang FC 2-0 on the same date.
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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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Sabah urges outdoor limits as four districts record unhealthy air quality
The Sabah State Disaster Management Committee has advised residents, especially vulnerable groups, to limit outdoor activities due to unhealthy air quality. Kota Kinabalu recorded the highest API reading at 171, with Kimanis, Keningau and Tawau also registering unhealthy levels as of 8am today.
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Tenants frustrated over prolonged air-conditioning woes
Tenants at a shopping mall in Donggongon, Penampang, are frustrated over air-conditioning problems that have persisted for almost a month, affecting their businesses. They claim repeated complaints to management have not resolved the issue, and some have been asked to pay additional fees. The management has not responded to requests for comment.
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Six detained, RM2.58 million syabu seized
Police in Sabah dismantled two drug trafficking operations in Papar and Penampang, seizing 51.624 kg of syabu worth RM2.581 million and arresting six individuals. The first operation on August 19 in Papar led to four arrests, while the second on August 25 in Penampang resulted in two more arrests.
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Man held, suspected ecstasy worth RM20,150 seized
Police in Penampang, Sabah arrested a 31-year-old man and seized 1,060.39 grams of suspected ecstasy worth RM20,150. The suspect was arrested at an entertainment outlet and later found with more drugs at a separate location. He is being investigated under the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952.
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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.
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Sabah CM announces RM3,000 aid for each household hit by Kota Kinabalu fire
A fire in Kampung Lok Buta, Numbak, Kota Kinabalu destroyed over 200 homes and killed three children. Chief Minister Hajiji Noor announced RM3,000 aid for each affected Malaysian household and visited victims at the Likas Multipurpose Hall relief centre.
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Musa, Hajiji attend National Day and Sabah Day celebration
The National Day and Sabah Day 2026 celebration was held at Dataran Bandaraya in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah. Head of State Tun Musa Aman and Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor attended the event, which featured a guard of honour, flag raising, and cultural performances.
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Projects on track
The Chief Minister of Sabah visited the site of the 20.8 km Serusop-Pituru Pan Borneo Highway project in Tuaran. The project is on track, with the 682-metre bridge over Sungai Sulaman expected to be completed by December next year and the full highway by July 2028.