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UiTM responds to ‘corruption’ tag on higher education SHAH ALAM: Universiti Teknologi Mara vice-chancellor Prof Datuk Dr Shahrin Sahib @ Sahibuddin said the university takes any issues related to misconduct seriously and will not compromise on abuse of power. In a statement yesterday, he said under UiTM’s High-Impact Transformation Plan 2030 the university continues to strengthen its checks and balances mechanisms. “This includes enhancing internal audits, integrity functions and risk management, as well as improving organisational structures and continuous monitoring to ensure all aspects of governance are carried out transparently and with accountability. “Integrity is not merely about systems and procedures, but about trust – trust to Allah SWT, to society and to future generations. “UiTM does not tolerate any form of corruption. If misconduct involving certain individuals occurs, action must be taken based on evidence and through proper channels, and isolated cases should not be used to label the entire higher education sector as a‘hotbed of corruption’. “ Jangan kerana nila setitik rosak susu sebelanga ,” he said, referring to the Malay proverb cautioning against letting a single flaw tarnish the whole. The statement was issued in support of Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abd Kadir, who had described it as inappropriate to label higher education institutions as a hotbed of corruption following media reports on alleged cases in the sector. Shahrin said in academic discourse and research, the concept of “hasty generalisation” refers to drawing broad conclusions from limited data or observations. “It is also known as a logical fallacy, an error in reasoning that makes an argument appear valid when it is actually weak due to insufficient evidence. “As an institution of knowledge, we must be cautious not to make sweeping conclusions without a strong basis. “Any assessment of institutions must be grounded in facts, evidence and proper context,” he said. – Bernama Landfill in Sabah nearing full capacity KOTA KINABALU: The main landfill at Kayu Madang near here is nearing full capacity, prompting urgent action on solid waste management in the city. Kota Kinabalu City Hall Solid Waste Management Department director Leong Tze Fui said the council is focusing on waste separation at source as a key strategy to extend the lifespan of the landfill. He said the approach forms part of DBKK’s plan to improve solid waste management, particularly among city residents and food vendors. “This programme is designed to separate compostable and recyclable waste. Guidance will be provided before it is rolled out, starting with raising awareness on the importance of sorting waste at the source. “At present, vendors are not separating their waste. Food vendors are urged to begin doing so and avoid disposing of everything in the same bins.” Leong said systematic waste management would ease pressure on the landfill, enable recyclables to be reused as raw materials and allow compostable waste to be converted into organic fertiliser, supporting environmental sustainability. He added that managing waste at source is critical as the Kayu Madang landfill, the city’s only site, also serves neighbouring districts and is nearing the end of its lifespan. – Bernama

Fahmi flanked by Teo and actress and entrepreneur Nor Fouziah Mohd Gous during the event. – BERNAMAPIC

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Commission National Information Dissemination Centre, which has about 1,100 branches nationwide. “Many centres are located in rural areas and can be leveraged to nurture content creators and help communities sell local products online via TikTok Shop,” he said. He added that the commission’s chairman is scheduled to meet TikTok management in Singapore this Friday to discuss several matters, including the issue. Fahmi expressed hope that fast and widespread internet access in Malaysia will continue to support income generation without the need for people to leave their homes, while helping businesses expand through online sales. “This proves Malaysia’s ability to adapt to new technologies alongside the government’s efforts to ensure fast, widespread and affordable internet access,” he said. through the

KUALA LUMPUR: Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil will seek an explanation from TikTok on how the global energy crisis and conflicts in West Asia are affecting the operations of TikTok Shop, particularly in logistics and delivery services. He said the information would be presented at the National Economic Action Council meeting scheduled for next Tuesday. “The review is important to understand the impact of geopolitical and energy crises on business partners and the overall TikTok Shop ecosystem, including related services that support the platform’s operations,” he said after attending the TikTok Shop Raikan Raya 2026 event.

Also present were Communications Deputy Minister Teo Nie Ching and TikTok Shop Malaysia senior director of strategic partnerships Nur Azre Abdul Aziz. Fahmi said over seven million live streamers are involved in the TikTok Shop economy, which has generated RM1.9 billion in revenue and created about 147,000 job opportunities for Malaysians. He added the growth has opened up opportunities for the public to participate in the digital economy, either by marketing their own products or helping to sell the products of others through the platform or as affiliates. Meanwhile, he will propose that TikTok Shop collaborate with the Malaysian

State education dept probes student dehydration incident KUALA TERENGGANU: The Terengganu Education Department is taking seriously an incident involving three students in Kemaman who experienced fatigue and symptoms of dehydration after participating in a cross-country activity yesterday. their parents. “One of the students was transferred to the Sultan Ahmad Shah Medical Centre at Universiti Islam Antarabangsa Malaysia in Kuantan at the request of the parents and his condition is currently stable. It reminded school administrators to take appropriate precautions when conducting outdoor activities involving teachers and students, including arranging standby emergency support from agencies such as the Civil Defence Force and the Red Crescent Society.

“Another student received intravenous fluids and was discharged on Wednesday, while the third underwent examination but did not require further treatment,” the statement said. The department added that temperatures during the activity ranged between 28°C and 30°C, with all events concluding by 10.30am.

In a statement, the department said the district-level Hygiene, Health and Safety Committee has been instructed to review the incident and submit a report promptly. It added that the school took immediate action by sending the affected students to hospital for further examination and informing

Schools are also required to comply with current guidelines and advisories on weather conditions and temperature levels by referring to the official portal of the Meteorological Department before proceeding with outdoor events. – Bernama