State Mufti Pehin Datu Seri Maharaja Dato Paduka Seri Setia (Dr) Ustaz Haji Awang Abdul Aziz bin Juned speaks at the book launch. PHOTO: AZLAN OTHMAN
State Mufti Pehin Datu Seri Maharaja Dato Paduka Seri Setia (Dr) Ustaz Haji Awang Abdul Aziz bin Juned paid tribute to two figures from Kampong Saba – Haji Saman and Liau Badar, who were said to have fought colonialists and were heroes of the Sultanate.
The state mufti was speaking at the launch of a book on Mukim Saba Purih Mukim Saba Ristaan Sejarah Kegemilangan Di Negara Brunei Darussalam at the multi-purpose hall of the Scout headquarters building in Kampong Beribi yesterday.
The state mufti said the book describes Haji Saman and Liau Badar not only as heroes, but also contributed greatly to the Sultanate.
He added that the book contains information from prominent writers and thinkers from Kampong Saba.
The state mufti also said mentioning the merits and goodness of someone who have died is encouraged by Islam, including mentioning those who gave their lives to defend the faith and the nation. – Azlan Othman
State Mufti Pehin Datu Seri Maharaja Dato Paduka Seri Setia (Dr) Ustaz Haji Awang Abdul Aziz bin Juned speaks at the book launch. PHOTO: AZLAN OTHMAN
Minister of Education Datin Seri Setia Dr Hajah Romaizah binti Haji Mohd Salleh at the event. PHOTO: RAFI ROSLI
The Ministry of Education (MoE) through the Co-Curriculum Education Department organised a walkathon at Taman Haji Sir Muda Omar ‘Ali Saifuddien yesterday in conjunction with the 33rd Teacher’s Day celebration.
Minister of Education Datin Seri Setia Dr Hajah Romaizah binti Haji Mohd Salleh, the guest of honour, flagged off the walkathon.
The three-kilometre walkathon, participated by MoE and Ministry of Religious Affairs (MoRA) staff and family members as well as the public, began and ended at the Taman.
The event was held to enliven this year’s Teacher’s Day celebration themed ‘Quality Teachers Driving Education Transformation’.
It aimed to strengthen relations among staff members of the two ministries as well as the public.
It also encouraged a healthy lifestyle and supported the 80 Billion Steps Together Campaign by the Ministry of Health as well as invigorating the BandarKu Ceria atmosphere.
Several side events were also held, including ‘Jejak Ta’limi’ mini treasure hunt by the Co-curriculum Education Department, a sports activities in conjunction with the MoE’s Family Day organised by the Department of Schools, and a ‘Rabah Rimpah CDD’ team activity by the Curriculum Development Department.
Permanent secretaries, deputy permanent secretaries, acting deputy permanent secretary, heads of departments, senior officers as well as school leaders from the two ministries also attended the event. – Azlan Othman
Minister of Education Datin Seri Setia Dr Hajah Romaizah binti Haji Mohd Salleh at the event. PHOTO: RAFI ROSLIABOVE & BELOW: Photos show participants during the walkathon at Taman Haji Sir Muda Omar ‘Ali Saifuddien. PHOTO: RAFI ROSLIPHOTO: RAFI ROSLIPHOTO: RAFI ROSLI
Minister at the Prime Minister’s Office and Minister of Defence II Pehin Datu Lailaraja Major General (Rtd) Dato Paduka Seri Haji Awang Halbi bin Haji Mohd Yussof in a group photo with the top 12 overall winners. PHOTO: FADHIL YUNUS
A charity golf tournament was held yesterday at the Pantai Mentiri Golf Club in Kampong Mentiri yesterday with proceeds going to Pusat Ehsan Al-Ameerah Al-Hajjah Maryam to support special needs individuals as well as help with the centre’s monthly expenses and development plans.
Some 173 golfers joined the 23rd Pusat Ehsan Charity Golf Tournament (PECGT) where they battled for top honours as well as novelty prizes such as nearest to the pin, hole-in-one and bull’s eye prizes.
Dato Haji Harith bin Haji Abdul Karim emerged winner after carding a score of two-over-par 74.
The newly-crowned winner collected the coveted Patron’s Challenge Trophy after defeating his nearest rival Moksin Jinaidi, who carded a 76 by two shots.
He joined a group of golfers that have tasted the major silverware, including past winners Seruji bin Haji Setia and Suhaimi bin Haji Ibrahim. Tony Haji Karim settled for third place after posting a score of 77 (On Count Back) at the expense of former winner Suhaimi.
Minister at the Prime Minister’s Office and Minister of Defence II Pehin Datu Lailaraja Major General (Rtd) Dato Paduka Seri Haji Awang Halbi bin Haji Mohd Yussof presented the prizes. – Fadhil Yunus
Minister at the Prime Minister’s Office and Minister of Defence II Pehin Datu Lailaraja Major General (Rtd) Dato Paduka Seri Haji Awang Halbi bin Haji Mohd Yussof in a group photo with the top 12 overall winners. PHOTO: FADHIL YUNUS
Yang Amat Mulia Pengiran Muda Abdul Mu’min, President of Brunei Darussalam Athletics Federation (BDAF) met with the athletes who competed in the 3rd Tuaran Championship to congratulate them on their national achievements and new personal best at the Lecture Hall of Sports School Brunei Darussalam on Saturday.
Two of the athletes who broke the national records were Muhammad Noor Firdaus Ar-Rasyid bin Haji Mohd Idris for 100 metres (m) men category with the time of 10.48s; and Siti Nur Hafizatul Shazana binti Hamiroldzam in 5,000m female category with the time of 22:29.77s.
A total of 29 athletic athletes from all districts joined the 3rd Tuaran Championship in Sabah, Malaysia from September 30 to October 1.
During the two-day championship, Bruneian athletes joined a total of 32 Track and Field events including 100m male open category, 200m male open category, 800m male open category, 800m female open category, 1,500m female open category and 5,000m female category, javelin female open category, long jump male open category, shot throw open category.
Overall, Bruneian athletes bagged two gold medals in 100m and 200m male open category, three silver medals in 800m male open, 800 and 1,500 female open category; and one bronze for the 5,000m female category.
During the meeting with the athletes, Yang Amat Mulia Pengiran Muda Abdul Mu’min and the BDAF announced the recognition of new categories for national record which are National Youth and Junior Records (Under 18). This is to encourage more youth to participate and compete in athletic sports.
With the recognition and taking into considerations Brunei’s past and present achievements, the official National Record for Youth and Junior will be announced in due time.
Since August 1 this year, the BDAF has been under the Presidency of Yang Amat Mulia Pengiran Muda Abdul Mu’min together with new federation members. More plans for improvemets and new initiatives to manage and further promote athletic sports in the Sultanate are currently being finalised and will be announced in January 2024.
ABOVE & BELOW: Yang Amat Mulia Pengiran Muda Abdul Mu’min, President of Brunei Darussalam Athletics Federation, with the athletes. PHOTO: BDAFPHOTO: BDAF
Participants in a group photo. PHOTO: KHAYR ZAKARIYYA
The Ten% Running Club held a one-day five-kilometre time trial at Baiduri One Riverside yesterday.
The event, which saw 31 participants, aimed to promote a healthy lifestyle as well as unleashing the participants’ capabilities after intensive training.
“Most of the participants are avid runners who trained to break their personal best records while some took part to understand their capabilities,” said Habree, one of the founders of Ten% Running Club. – Khayr Zakariyya
Participants in a group photo. PHOTO: KHAYR ZAKARIYYAABOVE & BELOW: Participants during the time trial. PHOTO: KHAYR ZAKARIYYAPHOTO: KHAYR ZAKARIYYA
ABOVE & BELOW: Permanent Secretary (Sports) at the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sports Pengiran Mohd Amirrizal bin Pengiran Haji Mahmud with the swimmers; and parents and
guardians cheer their children. PHOTO: DANIEL LIM
Ninety-four swimmers as young as five competed in the Belait District Swimming Tournament at the Mumong Sports Complex yesterday.
The Belait District Branch of the Youth and Sports Department organised the tournament for the first time to help develop and train the next generation of swimmers and build the spirit of sportsmanship among the youth.
The swimmers competed against each other in their respective categories including freestyle, breaststroke, butterfly, and front kick with board, with races also broken down into the respective age groups of six and below, seven to nine, 10 to 12, as well as 13 and above.
The tournament culminated in a freestyle mixed relay race in the afternoon for swimmers aged six and under, seven to nine, and 10 to 12 years old.
Permanent Secretary (Sports) at the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sports Pengiran Mohd Amirrizal bin Pengiran Haji Mahmud presented the medals. – Daniel Lim
ABOVE & BELOW: Permanent Secretary (Sports) at the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sports Pengiran Mohd Amirrizal bin Pengiran Haji Mahmud with the swimmers; and parents and guardians cheer their children. PHOTO: DANIEL LIMPHOTO: DANIEL LIMABOVE & BELOW: Swimmers giving their all during the tournament. PHOTO: DANIEL LIMPHOTO: DANIEL LIM
Minister of Culture, Youth and Sports Dato Seri Setia Awang Haji Nazmi bin Haji Mohamad with the national contingent. PHOTO: FADHIL YUNUS
The Brunei Darussalam national contingent returned home to a heroes’ welcome following their bronze medal exploits at the 19th Asian Games 2022 in Hangzhou, China.
The national karateka trio comprising Farhah Syahirah binti Mohd Shamrin, Rodhyatul Adhwanna binti Bakar and Farhana Najeeha binti Abdul Rahman amassed a total of 38.2 points in the women’s kata team event at the Linping Sports Centre Gymnasium on Friday.
Farhah Syahirah said they are satisfied with their performance, adding that the competitors are from seven countries, including competitors from the Olympics.
Farhah Syahirah, who also competed in the women’s individual kata event said it was their finest performance.
Meanwhile, kata coach Anggoro Bayu Prata said that plans are already in place for continuous training before setting their sights on future international meets next year. The women’s kata team ensured the Sultanate finish the continental multi-sport showpiece with one silver and one bronze.
Minister of Culture, Youth and Sports Dato Seri Setia Awang Haji Nazmi bin Haji Mohamad with the national contingent. PHOTO: FADHIL YUNUS
It also marked the country’s fourth bronze medal in karate emulating the feat previously achieved by individual athletes Marliza binti Pengiran Omar, Meghan Loo and Tong Kit Siong.
Earlier in the competition, national wushu star Basma Lachkar bagged silver in the women’s taijijian and taijiquan All-Round final event.
The silver medal ultimately marked Brunei’s best showing in the Asian Games having previously managed four bronze across three different editions.
Basma’s success also marked the country’s first medal in wushu at Asia’s most prestigious competition.
The national contingent also included male kumite exponent Muhd Harith bin Dahlan; kata coach Anggoro Bayu Pratama and kumite coach Haji Okida Simangasing.
Minister of Culture, Youth and Sports Dato Seri Setia Awang Haji Nazmi bin Haji Mohamad welcomed the delegation at the Brunei International Airport. – Fadhil Yunus
Brunei Darussalam’s futsal team players during the game against Kuwait. PHOTO: KUWAIT FA
Brunei Darussalam’s national futsal team produced a highly-spirited performance during a 4-2 defeat to Kuwait in Group ‘F’ of the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Futsal Asian Cup 2024 qualification at the Khalifa Sports City Hall in Manama, Bahrain on Saturday.
The Wasps stunned the Middle Eastern side after Abdul Malik bin Yunus opened the scoring in the 17th minute.
Awangku Muhammad Idzzaham Aleshahmezan bin Pengiran Metali and Muhammad Izzan bin Zamain combined to initiate a dangerous attack before Abdul Malik sent a rasping drive into the net.
However, the joy was short-lived as Kuwait got back into the game after Bader Almansour scored the equaliser just three minutes later.
The Kuwaitis snatched the lead through Saleh Adfahel a minute after the restart before a Abdulrahman Altawail penalty made it 3-1.
The Wasps narrowed the deficit after Mohd Fardi Farhan bin Affendi scored in the 25th minute before a second Altawail spot-kick restored a two-goal cushion for his side.
The Bruneians will continue their campaign against designated group hosts Bahrain today. – Fadhil Yunus
Brunei Darussalam’s futsal team players during the game against Kuwait. PHOTO: KUWAIT FA
Winners in a group photo with Brunei Shell Marketing Company Sdn Bhd personnel. PHOTO: BSM
Pengiran Haji Mohd Saufi bin Pengiran Haji Salleh yesterday received an Ashley Furniture shopping voucher worth BND2,000 when he was named the October grand prize winner of Brunei Shell Marketing Company Sdn Bhd (BSM) Rewarding Journeys with Shell promotion.
The draw and prize presentation were held at the PGGMB building in the capital, where second prize winner Abdul Halim bin Osman and third prize winner Mohamad Abdul Hafiz Ladis received a three-day-two-night staycation at Empire Hotel Brunei and A Samsung Tab A8 respectively.
The draw was also broadcasted live on BSM’s Instagram, allowing viewers to witness the selection of the top three winners.
The promotion runs from August 25 to November 25 to reward BSM customers for buying selected Shell lubricants with opportunities to win attractive prizes.
All lucky draw participants since the start of the promotion will have a chance to win all expense-paid trip to Dubai Ferrari World for three and a cash prize of BND2,000. – Lyna Mohamad
Winners in a group photo with Brunei Shell Marketing Company Sdn Bhd personnel. PHOTO: BSM
Lead trainer and sales manager at Carrier Brunei Rahul Kumar Singh delivers his speech.
PHOTO: RAFI ROSLI
Carrier Brunei teamed up with regulators to spearhead a new programme to train heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) technicians on the safe handling of low global warming potential (GWP) refrigerant R-32.
R-32 is an energy efficient and sustainable option for air conditioners. Following extensive collaboration with the Public Works Department (JKR) and the Department of Environment, Parks and Recreation (JASTRe), Carrier Brunei offered its facilities and resources to institute a dedicated R-32 certification for HVAC technicians.
On Saturday, over 170 technicians received certification, which lead trainer and sales manager at Carrier Brunei Rahul Kumar Singh said is an investment “in upskilling Brunei’s HVAC workforce”.
He added, “This supports wider adoption of energy-efficient cooling solutions.” – Azlan Othman
Lead trainer and sales manager at Carrier Brunei Rahul Kumar Singh delivers his speech. PHOTO: RAFI ROSLI
