LIMBANG, 25 October 2026 (The Capital Post) – The Ministry of Digital has allocated RM700,000 to improve digital access, community facilities and learning opportunities in Limbang, Sarawak, through its Kampung Angkat MADANI (KAM) and Sekolah Angkat MADANI (SAM) initiatives.
The handover ceremony was held at SK St. Edmund on 24 October 2026 and officiated by Digital Ministry Secretary-General Datuk Fabian Bigar.
Deputy Transport Minister and Limbang Member of Parliament Datuk Haji Hasbi Haji Habibollah witnessed the ceremony, which was also attended by Batu Danau assemblyman Dato’ Paulus Palu Gumbang.
Under the KAM initiative, 29 households in Kampung Belimbing Melugus benefited from the installation of solar LED lighting, village support facilities and information and communications technology (ICT) equipment.
Meanwhile, SK St. Edmund received improvements to its digital learning facilities, including LED screens, smart boards and wireless internet connectivity.
ICT equipment was also provided to pupils at SK Ukong to support access to digital education.
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The programme offered students and local residents opportunities to explore artificial intelligence (AI), improve digital literacy and learn about cybersecurity and online scam prevention.
A Jualan RAHMAH MADANI initiative was also organised, providing residents with access to daily necessities at affordable prices.
The ministry said the initiatives aim to narrow the digital divide between urban and rural communities by improving access to technology and strengthening digital capabilities.
According to a post on the official Facebook page of Kementerian Digital, the programmes support Malaysia’s ambition to become an AI Nation by 2030 while ensuring rural communities benefit from digital development – The Capital Post
