Indigenous spirituality, traditions live on as master craftsman plys his trade for the next generation

Exco says indigenous community welfare boosted with education, healthcare programmes

Female rangers from Semai tribe train to care for vulnerable primates in Pahang, Sabah

Anwar says true strength of a country lies in joint preservation of heritage

Workshops with excos, sessions with indigenous village chiefs will be held as immediate measures, says Amirudin

Selangor strives to uplift Orang Asli to excel in life via outreaches, consistent approach

KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 — The government has assured enhanced Orang Asli rights through amendments to the Aboriginal Peoples Act 1954 (Act 134), Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said.

WELLINGTON, July 16 — After more than seven decades without review, the Aboriginal Peoples Act 1954 (Act 134) is now being amended, drawing inspiration from the empowerment model of the Māori community in New Zealand, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.

SHAH ALAM, July 9 — Around 5,000 visitors are set to attend the Orang Asli Cultural Festival in conjunction with the Selangor-level 2025 International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples celebration on August 9.

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...