News National News National Over 2,100 small business owners to get $300 for three months The financial aid is extended to taxi drivers and tour guides to counter the economic impact of COVID-19 April 18, 2020 BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN – Market vendors and small business owners will receive $300 for three months as part of the government’s economic relief…
News National News National Digitalised national welfare system to start operating ‘in six months’ The system will allow applicants to apply online, speed up payments and avoid duplication of benefits February 24, 2020 BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN – The new digitalised National Welfare System (SKN) is set to be operational in six months, the Minister of Culture,…
News National News National HM: New initiatives in the pipeline to reduce welfare dependency The sultan addresses the nation on the eve of 36th National Day February 23, 2020 BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN – His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah on Saturday said the government has drafted “self-empowerment initiatives” that will create more…
National News Legislative Council National News Legislative Council Community empowerment among main focus for MCYS budget MCYS tables $93 million budget for 2019/2020 fiscal year, with $14 million for monthly welfare assistance March 23, 2019 BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN – Empowering youth and welfare recipients are among the top agenda for the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sports (MCYS)…