Additional RM200 mln allocation for MSMEs impacted by COVID-19, flood - Noh
The government has approved an additional allocation of RM200 million to help MSMEs as well as the informal sector that have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic and floods.
Tue Feb 15 2022
Only 337,765 self-employed individuals contribute to SKSPS
The number of informal sector workers to contribute to the scheme were being intensified by SOCSO to ensure they were properly protected.
Fri Nov 12 2021
Budget 2022: Govt committed to job creation - KRI
This will be especially positive for the most impacted groups, such as the youth, unemployed graduates and workers in the informal sector.
Sat Oct 30 2021
MEDAC allocates RM7 bln for entrepreneurs, those affected by pandemic
Among the groups that would benefit were those affected by the pandemic, including the informal sector and the SMEs.
Thu Sep 23 2021
Replace EPF withdrawals with long-term sustainable measures
For the B40 households and informal sector workers, measures to safeguard people's savings also need to be considered.
Tue Nov 24 2020
COVID-19: Three out of five workers laid off below 40 years old
Three out of five workers who lost their jobs in recent months were below 40 years of age.
Sun Jun 14 2020
COVID-19 pandemic may push 400 million Indian workers deeper into poverty - ILO Report
Countries such as India, Brazil and Nigeria may face serious job losses in the informal sector.
Wed Apr 08 2020
Japanese manicurist takes on plastic pollution, one nail at a time
Before global leaders address plastic pollution, a Japanese manicurist highlights the issue by incorporating it into her nail designs.
Sat Nov 23 2024
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration
Here's a timeline of events between now and inauguration day.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The battle to reduce road deaths
In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024