Distribution of RM13bil Sara cash aid begins tomorrow, highest in history

KUALA LUMPUR: The distribution of the 'Sumbangan Asas Rahmah' (Sara) aid starting Wednesday will see improvements to the targetted aid resulting from the increase in the Budget 2025 allocations for the Sara and 'Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah' (STR) assistance to their highest historical level of RM13bil compared to RM10bil in 2024. The Sara aid will be increased...

2024 marked beginning of Malaysia’s national reform agenda, says Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has described 2024 as a historic year that served as the prelude and foundation for Malaysia's national reform agenda. Anwar, who is also Finance Minister, said throughout 2024, the government initiated transformative efforts with clear political will, sincere intentions and meticulous evaluation to ensure that policies implemented benefit...

STR Phase 3 payments begin today

KUALA LUMPUR: The disbursement of the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) Phase 3 payment to 8.5 million recipients will begin on Thursday (Aug 29). “Existing beneficiaries will start receiving Phase 3 STR payments today. New beneficiaries and appeals will be paid starting Wednesday (Sep 18),” the Finance Ministry announced on X on Thursday. Those approved to receive the...

Anwar hopes STR recipients, dependents will fully use Madani medical scheme

KUALA LUMPUR: Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim hopes that recipients of Rahmah Cash Aid (STR) and their dependents will fully utilise the free medical services offered by the government through the Madani Medical Scheme. The Prime Minister said on Friday (Aug 18) that the free medical services under the scheme, which is aimed at addressing the healthcare...