Best for govt to look for other options than special EPF withdrawals - Anwar
PM Anwar said the government will have to consider the plight and the future of EPF contributors before they are allowed another round of special withdrawals.
Mon Jan 16 2023
UMNO will continue to support leadership of PM Ismail Sabri - Ahmad Zahid
Ahmad Zahid expresses appreciation to Ismail Sabri for announcing that the govt is allowing EPF contributors to make a special withdrawal.
Fri Mar 18 2022
EPF to announce details on special withdrawal scheme soon - Tengku Zafrul
EPF will be providing further details on the government's move to allow EPF contributors to make a special withdrawal of RM10,000, as announced by Ismail Sabri Yaakob today.
Wed Mar 16 2022
Only 3 pct of Malaysians can afford their retirement, says EPF
The COVID-related withdrawals over the past two years have had a massive impact on the savings of EPF contributors, as currently, only three per cent of contributors can afford their retirement.
Sun Oct 31 2021
EPF contributors welcome i-Sinar RM1,000 interim payment
As at Jan 4, the EPF has approved 2.5 million out of 3.88 million applications under i-Sinar Category 1.
Sat Feb 06 2021
EPF contributors must beware of scam activities - Tengku Zafrul
Finance Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz today urged Employees Provident Fund (EPF) contributors to beware of scam activities and always protect their personal information.
Wed Dec 16 2020
Over 50 pct of EPF contributors aged 54 have below RM50,000 savings
In total, only 34 percent of EPF active contributors reached the level of basic savings by age.
Sat Sep 26 2020
3.5 million EPF contributors getting i-Lestari money
The Employees Provident Fund (EPF) has approved withdrawals from Account 2 totalling RM1.66 billion by 3.5 million contributors under the i-Lestari initiative launched last month.
Sat May 09 2020
1.5 million EPF i-Lestari applications approved - Tengku Zafrul
EPF contributors may withdraw RM500 a month for 12 months from their Account 2, with total withdrawals estimated to reach RM40 billion.
Tue Apr 21 2020
COVID-19: EPF contributors allowed to withdraw money from account two - Muhyiddin
Employees Provident Fund contributors are now allowed to withdraw a maximum of RM500 a month for 12 months to ease their cost of living due to the COVID-19 outbreak.
Mon Mar 23 2020
EPF relaxes Acc 2 withdrawal terms for education loan repayment
Effective July 21, more than 70,000 EPF contributors can use their savings from Account 2 to settle the balance of their education loans, irrespective of their loan agreement dates.
Wed Jul 05 2017
Muslim EPF contributors should understand importance of making nominations
Muslim contributors to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF) were today reminded to take due consideration in making nominations to avoid problems at a later date.
Wed Dec 28 2016
Stop toll increase decision made because of budget allocation, not public pressure - Fadillah
Works Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said Budget 2017 announced by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak had allocated a certain amount for toll charges subsidy.
Sat Nov 05 2016
Increase in minimum wage ensure sufficient retirement savings for EPF contributors
The new minimum wage would be implemented in all sectors except for domestic services and maids.
Mon Oct 26 2015
EPF withrawal age remains at 55 - Najib
Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak says EPF contributors will be allowed to withdraw their savings at the age of 55.
Thu Apr 23 2015
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024