NILAI, 25 October 2026 (The Capital Post) – The Ministry of Education (KPM) organised the SUKMATA 2026 sports programme at Kolej PERMATA Insan, Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia (USIM), in Bandar Baru Nilai, Negeri Sembilan, to promote an active lifestyle and strengthen teamwork among PERMATA personnel.
The event, held on 24 October 2026, was officiated by Education Ministry Secretary-General Dato’ Wan Hashim Wan Rahim.
SUKMATA, which stands for Sukan Antara Program PERMATA, brought together officers and personnel from various PERMATA programmes for a series of sporting and recreational activities.
Introduced in 2023, the programme entered its third edition this year, continuing its focus on encouraging physical activity, sportsmanship and stronger relationships among participants.
This year’s competitions featured futsal, volleyball, pickleball, badminton, darts, fishing, traditional sports and archery.
A colouring activity was also organised for children, creating a family-friendly environment for participants and their families.
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Beyond sporting competitions, SUKMATA provides a platform for PERMATA personnel to strengthen cooperation, develop teamwork and encourage healthy competition.
The programme also promotes discipline, mutual respect and sportsmanship while fostering closer relationships among staff from different PERMATA programmes.
KPM highlighted the importance of recreational activities in encouraging a balanced lifestyle and building a positive working environment.
According to a post on the official Facebook page of Kementerian Pendidikan Malaysia, SUKMATA 2026 reflects the ministry’s efforts to encourage active living and strengthen unity among PERMATA personnel through sports and recreation – The Capital Post
