RM4.06 Billion Injected Into Sabah's Rural Water Supply Initiative
Malaysia's Federal government has committed RM4.06 billion to expand clean water access across Sabah's rural communities, marking a shift toward state-led project implementation.
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Federal Government Pledges RM4.06 Billion for Sabah Rural Water Infrastructure
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has announced a RM4.06 billion federal allocation to Sabah for rural water supply infrastructure, targeting underdeveloped districts and addressing chronic water shortages affecting Malaysia's poorest communities.
Melaka Invests RM1 Million in Emergency Water Infrastructure at Terendak Camp
Melaka has committed RM1 million to address persistent water shortages at Terendak Camp, one of Malaysia's oldest military installations. The emergency funding will repair damaged pipelines and install storage tanks while a larger RM40 million infrastructure overhaul is completed by 2028.
Major Water Pipe Leak Disrupts Supply for 34,000 Kelantan Households
A burst raw water pipeline has forced Air Kelantan to halt normal production at a key treatment facility, leaving approximately 34,000 consumer accounts without reliable water supply across Machang, Pasir Puteh, and two Kota Bharu districts.
Sabah Water Department Cracks Down on Illegal Connections in Sandakan
The Sabah Water Department disconnected 43 illegal pipe connections during a coordinated enforcement operation in Sandakan, addressing widespread non-revenue water losses affecting the city's supply infrastructure.
Brunei braces for widespread water cuts as critical pipeline work proceeds
Brunei's Public Works Department has begun emergency valve replacement on the Bukit Barun transmission pipeline, triggering water disruptions across multiple districts in Brunei-Muara. Authorities have established emergency water collection points and a hotline for affected residents.
Melaka Proposes Temporary Water Tank at Kem Terendak as Military Camp Grapples with Supply Crisis
Melaka's state government through SAMB has proposed a temporary water tank at Kem Terendak military camp to ease recurring water shortages. The move requires Defence Ministry approval while awaiting completion of a major water system upgrade scheduled for April 2028.
Penang Proceeds With Water Tariff Hike Despite Opposition, Cites Infrastructure Needs
Penang's Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow has rejected calls to postpone the state's new water tariff that took effect on July 1, emphasising the additional revenue is essential for critical water supply infrastructure projects.
Chicha 2 Water Treatment Plant to Serve 13,000 Kelantan Residents from September
Kelantan's RM54.98 million Chicha 2 Water Treatment Plant is nearing completion with 97% progress and will serve 13,000 consumers across five districts starting September, addressing water scarcity through innovative groundwater treatment technology.
Penang to Build 80 MLD Water Treatment Plant in Seberang Perai Selatan by 2027
Penang Water Supply Corporation will commission an 80 million litres-per-day treatment plant in Seberang Perai Selatan by 2027, part of a three-pronged strategy to secure water supplies amid rapid industrial expansion and population growth in the district.