A student poses a question. PHOTO: MINISTRY OF EDUCATION
The Ministry of Education (MoE) through the Department of Scholarship Management held the opening ceremony for Jati Diri ‘Itqan’ at the Pengiran Anak Puteri Rashidah Sa’adatul Bolkiah Institute of Health Sciences (PAPRSB IHS), Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD).
Acting Senior Special Duties Officer at the Department of Scholarship Management Rosimah Sumaimah binti Haji Matassim was the guest of honour.
The four-day programme will be attended by 32 UBD twinning programme students under His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Omar ‘Ali Saifuddien Sa’adul Khairi Waddien, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam’s Government overseas scholarship scheme for the 2023/2024 academic session.
The programme will incorporate briefings, activities and sharing sessions serving as part of the students’ preparations before embarking on their overseas studies.
A student poses a question. PHOTO: MINISTRY OF EDUCATION
The Public Works Department (JKR) will organise the Safety and Health Week (MKK) from tomorrow to June 17 at the Atria Hall of JKR Headquarters at Old Airport in Berakas.
The programme, the fourth edition organised by the Administration and Finance Department, is part of efforts to enhance awareness on safety and health at the workplace including construction sites.
The programme is a continuance from the World Safety and Health Day at Work celebration marked every April 28 annually. Themed ‘A safe and healthy working environment as a fundamental principle and right at work’, the programme focusses and discusses rights at work place.
Throughout the programme, 11 briefings will be delivered, particularly on the aspects of health and safety by speakers from related departments and agencies.
Twelve exhibitions will be held by departments under JKR and private companies offering safety training and several personal protective equipment – PPE.
It will be enlivened with the Safety and Cheerful at Work programme on June 17 and a blood donation drive on June 26. The public is welcome to join.
Several employers were found violating Labour Acts during an operation by the law enforcement of the Labour Department at Kampong Penanjong, Kampong Luagan Timbaran and Kampong Panchor Dulit in the Tutong District last Thursday.
The operation aimed to ensure that employers abided by the Employment Order 2009.
In Kampong Penanjong, an employer was found not providing employees with a day-off on a gazetted public holiday and employing a foreign worker without a licence from the Labour Commissioner.
Meanwhile, in Kampong Luagan Timbaran, the law enforcers found three violations of the Employment Order 2009 for the failure to provide a written contract.
The same violation was found during a raid in Kampong Panchor Dulit.
If found guilty, the employers are each liable to a compound fine of BND600 for the first offence and BND900 for the second offence.
A third offence or failure to settle the fine will be settled in court.
ABOVE & BELOW: Photos show an operation in the Tutong District. PHOTOS: LABOUR DEPARTMENT
The Royal Brunei Police Force (RBPF) is seeking public assistance in tracing 35-year-old local woman Siti Ahminah binti Saidin, holding identity card number 00-319303.
A report was lodged at Tutong Police District.
Those with information can contact Tutong Police Station at 4221206, police hotline 993 or visit the nearest police station.
Photos above and below show participants reciting the oath
Lyna Mohamad
The initiative to strengthen Da’ie leadership not only aims at producing youth capable of preaching effectively but also the ability to adapt to Dakwah challenges in the digital era, said Deputy Minister of Religious Affairs Pengiran Dato Seri Paduka Haji Mohd Tashim bin Pengiran Haji Hassan.
He said this at a ceremony to launch the Dakwah Academy 4.0 at the Islamic Da’wah Centre (PDI) yesterday.
The Da’wah Academy Programme is designed to nurture the talents of Da’ie and share their knowledge on the importance of Dakwah, using the correct methods, he said.
Pengiran Dato Seri Paduka Haji Mohd Tashim added that the methods of religious propagation – wisdom, proper teaching advice and prayers; and debate, discussion, dialogue, and discourse, are effective in developing leadership in an authoritative Da’ie.
“The development of an authoritative Da’ie, particularly among the younger generation, is important to empower the country’s Dakwah agenda. This needs to be implemented through strategic planning,” he said.
Deputy Minister of Religious Affairs Pengiran Dato Seri Paduka Haji Mohd Tashim bin Pengiran Haji Hassan delivers his remarks. PHOTOS: LYNA MOHAMADPhotos above and below show participants reciting the oath
Da’ie youth also play a significant role in providing a positive impact in the building of a society that firmly adheres to the teachings of Islam, said the deputy minister.
He also expressed hope that the programme will help participants to learn the methods of propagation relevant to Al-Quran teachings and Prophet Mohamad’s (pbuh) sunnah.
Themed ‘Impact Driven Da’ie Reviving Our Society’, the ceremony was carried out by the Da’ie Youth Volunteering Body in collaboration with the Youth Religious Programme (PKB) at the PDI.
Forty-four youth of diverse education backgrounds have signed up for the programme.
The Blood Donation Centre at the Laboratory Services Department, Ministry of Health, called on the public to take part in upcoming blood donation campaigns.
A blood donation campaign will be held at the Foochow Association building in Kuala Belait from 9am to 1.30pm today, with another at the Tranquility Café, Kiarong Complex from 10am to 1.30pm tomorrow.
The Parents and Teachers Association of Masin Secondary School will hold a blood donation drive at the school’s premise from 9am to 11.30am on Tuesday.
In conjunction with World Blood Donor Day, the Blood Donation Centre will organise blood donation campaigns.
The first will be held at the Blood Donation Centre, Raja Isteri Pengiran Anak Saleha Hospital from 8am to 11.30am and 1.40pm to 3.30pm on June 14, and at the Al-‘Afiah Hall of the Ministry of Health from 9am to 11.30am and 1.30pm to 3.30pm on June 19 and 20.
Donors are encouraged to book their blood donation slots via the BloodKad app.
Brunei Darussalam Red Crescent Society (BRC) Knowledge Hub contributors – D’Sunlit Sdn Bhd, Serikandi Oilfield Services Sdn Bhd, LKA Konsult Sdn Bhd, Ashcore Sdn Bhd, Ababil Resources, McHouse Interior Decor Sdn Bhd, Skyfield Sdn Bhd and Tiga-D Lab Enterprise – were hosted to an appreciation high-tea ceremony yesterday.
BRC President Pengiran Dato Paduka Haji Mohd Yussof bin Pengiran Haji Bahar was the guest of honour.
Local bodybuilders Haji Ibrahim bin Haji Latif and Mohammad Zulkarnine bin Haji Ahmad before their departure.
PHOTO: Brunei Darussalam Bodybuilding and Physique Association
Fadhil Yunus
Two local bodybuilders are currently representing the country in the 17th South East Asian Body Building and Physiques Sports Championships in Batam, Indonesia which concludes tomorrow.
Haji Ibrahim bin Haji Latif and Mohammad Zulkarnine bin Haji Ahmad joined the Men’s Bodybuilding 65kg and Men’s Athletic Physique (up to 167cm) events, respectively.
It marked the country’s second participation following their inaugural entry in Myanmar.
Brunei secured the gold medal and emerged Champions of Champions in the overall category during their previous appearance.
Brunei Darussalam Bodybuilding and Physique Association President Mohamed Rahemi bin Haji Abdul Manaf said that appropriate training had been made for three months prior to the competition.
Local bodybuilders Haji Ibrahim bin Haji Latif and Mohammad Zulkarnine bin Haji Ahmad before their departure. PHOTO: BRUNEI DARUSSALAM BODYBUILDING AND PHYSIQUE ASSOCIATION
He also added that a good diet and sufficient rest are important to ensure a good preparation in building towards a competition.
Asked if there was a trainer to help guide the participants, he said that they were trained by their friends who boast experience in bodybuilding.
The president also expressed the association’s hopes to win medals and called enthusiasts to join competitions such as this and represent the country on the international stage. He also thanked the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sports for the support to the association to attend the Electoral Congress on the sidelines of the 17th South East Asian Bodybuilding and Physique Championships as well as sponsors.
Meanwhile, Mohamed Rahemi has been appointed as the new vice president and Rudy bin Ahmad as a board member of the South East Asian Bodybuilding and Physiques Sports Federation.
WIjaya U20 players in a group photo with officials. PHOTO: WIJAYA FC
Fadhil Yunus
In conjunction with the upcoming Under-20 National Youth League, Wijaya FC held a presentation ceremony to provide the under-20 football team with sports equipment at the Football Association of Brunei Darussalam (FABD) auditorium recently.
Wijaya FC Head Coach Pengiran Haji Malik said, “This is an opportunity for the selected players to harness their talents in playing a competitive football match.”
He continued, “The development of the technical and physical needs of football plus playing as a team especially in the aspects of competition, social maturity and teamwork.”
The coach thanked the players for their hard work during the training sessions.
The club emphasises the importance of self-discipline, knowledge in football, character building and the minimum technical standard to play in the youth league.
On the strength of the management and coaching team, the head coach appreciated the cohesiveness of the members in working as a team, their dedication and sacrifices and hoped that this will continue throughout the tournament beginning June 16.
The head coach also thanked the players for allowing them to play by signing the consent form, of which the contents underline safeguarding issues of players of minor age.
Wijaya Sdn Bhd Football Club Chairman Pengiran Haji Hassan bin Pengiran Haji Yussof was the guest of honour. The club advisor Pengiran Haji Waslimin bin Pengiran Haji Momin was also present.
WIjaya U20 players in a group photo with officials. PHOTO: WIJAYA FC
Brunei Basketball Association and Hui Huang Enterprise members with the sponsorship cheque. PHOTO: BBA
Fadhil Yunus
The anticipated You-C1000 Basketball Tournament will return to the Brunei Basketball Association (BBA) Batu Bersurat Court on June 17.
Eighteen teams will vie for honours in the men’s category while three teams will contest in the women’s category.
The annual basketball event has always been held in conjunction with the birthday celebration of His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Omar ‘Ali Saifuddien Sa’adul Khairi Waddien, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam and has a history dating back to the 70’s.
In continuing its strong relationship, the title sponsor for this year is You-C1000.
Hui Huang Enterprise General Manager Katherine Hii handed a BND13,000 sponsorship to BBA Secretary General Lim Fung.
In addition to trophies and medals, a total cash prize of over BND6,900 will be awarded to the winners.
Brunei Basketball Association and Hui Huang Enterprise members with the sponsorship cheque. PHOTO: BBA
