GOMBAK, July 6 — After over seven years without electricity, five Orang Asli families in Kampung Bukit Lagong here can finally breathe a sigh of relief as their homes are now powered by solar energy.

PUTRAJAYA, July 1 — Draft amendments the Aboriginal Peoples Act 1954 (Act 134), which involves matters of land ownership among the Orang Asli community, is in the final stages, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said.

By Dewi Abdul Rahman SEPANG, July 1 — The Selangor government is working to comprehensively solve land gazettement issues for Orang Asli, with cooperation from various agencies. State executive councillor for Orang Asli and minority affairs V. Papparaidu said several cases had been resolved,...

By Suhaila Shahrul Annuar SHAH ALAM, June 20 — Any development on Orang Asli land, whether for housing or commercial purposes, must be limited in ownership to the Orang Asli community. State executive councillor for human resources and poverty eradication V. Papparaidu said this is crucial to...

By Muhammad Rey Hazriell GOMBAK, June 14 — Kampung Orang Asli Sungai Garing in Rawang has received solar lighting facilities aimed at improving the quality of life while supporting sustainability efforts through the use of eco-friendly energy. State executive councillor for human resources...

JELI, June 8 — The Defence Ministry (Mindef) has identified factors, including health issues and job commitments, as the reasons behind the absence of 206 participants from the National Service Training Programme (PLKN) 3.0 in May.

KUALA LUMPUR, June 4 — The Mah Meri tribe of Pulau Carey captivated international audiences with a sacred performance of the Mayin Jo’oh dance at Expo 2025 Osaka in Japan.

GOMBAK, May 30 — A total of RM50,000 has been allocated for infrastructure and social development programmes in each Orang Asli village across the state.

By Siti Rohaizah Zainal SHAH ALAM, May 20 — Eight Mah Meri Orang Asli families involved in a tourism development project have received new homes through the Orang Asli Housing Assistance Programme (PBROA). State executive councillor for housing and culture Datuk Borhan Aman Shah said all the...

KUALA LUMPUR, April 29 — Majlis Amanah Rakyat (MARA) has been ordered to offer full scholarships to Orang Asli students who scored 5As and above in the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM).

By Sofia Nasir SHAH ALAM, Aril 18 — Raja Muda of Selangor Tengku Amir Shah visited the state’s Orang Asli community on the second day of the Gagasan Rumpun Selangor (GRS) tour in Gombak yesterday. His Royal Highness was accompanied by executive councillor for rural development and unity Datuk...

KUALA LUMPUR, March 24 — A total of 1,482 children have enrolled in 71 Orang Asli schools as of February 17 this year, said Deputy Education Minister Wong Kah Woh.

MELAKA, March 24 — The Orang Asli Development Department (Jakoa) is committed to ensuring more Orang Asli students enter Mara Junior Science Colleges (MRSM) in the future.

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 5 — Malaysia’s targets for the 2025 SEA Games and the implementation mechanism of the Non-Work-Related Accident Scheme (SKBBK) are among the highlights of the Dewan Rakyat sitting today.

SEPANG, Jan 11 — The Communications Ministry will work to feature handicraft products from the Orang Asli community in Kampung Kelinsing as souvenirs for Asean representatives attending various meetings throughout the year, said its minister Fahmi Fadzil.

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 12 — Contractors slow in constructing telecommunications tower projects under the National Digital Network Plan (Jendela) have been urged to expedite their work and complete construction by December 31, to avoid facing punitive measures.

KUALA KANGSAR, Nov 19 — Orang Asli intending to sell oil palm fruit but lacking land grants and licences must refer to their state governments, said Plantation and Commodities Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 14 — Prime Minister Seri Anwar Ibrahim received a courtesy call from representatives of the Orang Asli community led by Senator Manolan Mohamad, at the Parliament building today.

By Norrasyidah Arshad AMPANG JAYA, Aug 31 — The Orang Asli community will continue to receive attention from the Selangor government, including access to the Sagong Tasi scholarship, says Menteri Besar Dato’ Seri Amirudin Shari. He said the educational assistance is not limited to university...

By Norrasyidah Arshad AMPANG JAYA, Aug 31 — Selangor Menteri Besar Dato’ Seri Amirudin Shari has urged the state’s Orang Asli community to prioritise their health and seek medical attention promptly, especially for critical illnesses. He emphasised the importance of regular health check-ups...