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Launching gimmick marks official opening of Sabah Fest 2026  Officials came together for the symbolic launching gimmick to mark the official opening of Sabah Fest 2026, held along Gaya Street. Pictured from centre: The Honourable Datuk Jafry Bin Hj. Ariffin, Minister of Tourism, Culture & Environment Sabah; The Honourable Datuk Joniston Bangkuai, Assistant Minister to the Chief Minister of Sabah & Chairman of Sabah Tourism Board (left); Madam Rimi Repin, Deputy Permanent Secretary I of the Ministry of Tourism, Culture & Environment Sabah, representing the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Tourism, Culture & Environment Sabah (further left); Mr. Robert Lipon, Deputy Director General (Operations) of Kota Kinabalu City Hall (DBKK), representing the Mayor of DBKK (right); Datin Cleopatra Asing, Deputy Permanent Secretary II of the Ministry of Tourism, Culture & Environment Sabah (further right); Mr. Chong Wai Kit, Director of the Ministry of Tourism, Arts &...

KOTA KINABALU: Sabah Fest 2026 returns as a month-long celebration from 29 August to 29 September 2026 , bringing together statewide roadshows, cultural showcases, interactive activities and 50 featured events highlighting Sabah's diversity, traditions and community experiences. Continuing with the theme “Cultural Extravaganza” , this year's celebration will showcase the creativity, heritage and experiences of Sabah through programmed designed to bring communities and visitors closer to local traditions. Organized by the Sabah Tourism Board (STB) through Sri Pelancongan Sabah , Sabah Fest 2026 will feature roadshows at selected locations, beginning with the opening programmed at the Sabah Tourism Board office building in Kota Kinabalu before continuing to Sandakan, Tawau, Kudat and Kuala Lumpur . The roadshows will feature cultural performances, hands-on workshops and engaging programmed , providing more communities and visitors with opportunities to experience Sabah's loc...

This past weekend, on August 1st, Duchenne Sabah held its second annual Duchenne muscular dystrophy workshop at the Sabah International Convention Centre. Duchenne Sabah is a collaboration between Coalition Duchenne, a California-based nonprofit, and the Sabah Women and Children's Hospital, working together to build toward a fuller model of specialized, multidisciplinary care for one of the world's most devastating rare diseases of childhood. This is a goal that remains very much a work in progress in this part of the world. The workshop brought together doctors, educators, caregivers, parents, and boys with Duchenne from across Sabah and beyond for a day of expert-led sessions, hands-on physiotherapy led by the hospital's own PT team, and direct access to specialists. It served as community outreach for the hospital's Duchenne multidisciplinary clinic, one of the few programs of its kind in the region and a model the organizers hope to see grow and replicate. "...

On 28 July 2026 , media practitioners, content creators, and strategic communication partners gathered at Menara MAA, Level 3 , for the Hello Sabah Media Meet , held from 10.30 a.m. to 12.00 noon . The networking session provided an engaging platform for industry professionals to exchange ideas while gaining valuable insights into the Hello Sabah (HS) Rate Card and the extensive promotional opportunities available through its expanding media network. Designed to foster stronger collaboration between businesses, tourism stakeholders, government agencies, and the media, the event showcased Hello Sabah's latest advertising solutions, editorial packages, digital marketing initiatives, and partnership opportunities. Participants were introduced to strategic promotional platforms aimed at enhancing brand visibility while supporting the continued growth of Sabah's tourism, hospitality, lifestyle, and business sectors. The session also encouraged meaningful discussions on the import...

KOTA KINABALU, SABAH – As a wholly owned subsidiary of the Sabah Tourism Board (STB), Sri Pelancongan Sabah (SPS) continues to play a strategic role in supporting and complementing the state’s tourism development agenda. Operating under the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Environment Sabah, SPS focuses on enhancing Sabah’s tourism ecosystem through event management, destination marketing, and the promotion of local handicrafts and heritage products. Covering Events A fully functional website www.hellosabah.com Kadaiku Established in 1977, Sri Pelancongan Sabah has evolved into a dynamic tourism support organisation that works closely with STB to strengthen Sabah’s position as a leading tourism destination. Through the delivery of high-impact events, media engagement initiatives, and retail platforms that champion local artisans, SPS contributes to the growth and sustainability of the state's tourism industry. Today, Sri Pelancongan Sabah operates three distinct brands, each ser...

The Editor-in-Chief of Favstyle Magazine , Mr. Alfred Allen Ginsos , recently paid a courtesy visit to Sri Pelancongan Sabah , marking a significant step forward in fostering meaningful collaboration within Sabah’s tourism landscape. The visit served as an official platform to present updates on the upcoming Signature Food Fest 5th Edition 2026 , while also unveiling an exciting collaboration, with Sri Pelancongan Sabah coming on board as the “Media Partner” for the festival. This strategic alliance is set to amplify the event’s reach while positioning Sabah as a vibrant culinary and travel destination. Adding to this new chapter, Sri Pelancongan Sabah has recently relocated its office to Menara MAA, signalling a refreshed phase of growth and accessibility. Meanwhile, Kadaiku , a key cultural retail space, is currently undergoing renovation, paving the way for an enhanced visitor experience that celebrates Sabah’s rich heritage. As a newly established media house, Favstyle Magazine ...