By Ashley Sim
KUCHING, April 13: The Sarawak government has officially taken over Sacofa Sdn Bhd after acquiring more than 51 per cent of its shares, marking a significant step in strengthening the State’s control over telecommunications infrastructure development, particularly in rural and remote areas.
Sarawak Minister for Utility and Telecommunication, Dato Sri Julaihi Narawi, confirmed that the State now holds the majority stake in Sacofa through its wholly owned company, SFS Incorporated, effectively making Sacofa a government-linked entity.
Speaking during his ministry’s Hari Raya Aidilfitri open house at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) today, Julaihi said the change in ownership also comes with a shift in internal management structure, aligning the company more closely with the State’s strategic goals.
“Sacofa has long played a crucial role in the development of Sarawak’s telecommunications infrastructure.
“Now that it is under the State’s control, we believe it can contribute even more, especially in accelerating connectivity in rural and remote areas,” he said.
He added that the collaboration between Sacofa, existing telecommunications companies, and other relevant agencies will help expedite statewide infrastructure development.
Julaihi also noted that Cahya Mata Sarawak Berhad (CMS) remains one of Sacofa’s shareholders.
The Hari Raya Aidilfitri open house event was also graced by Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg and his wife, Datuk Amar Juma’ani Tun Tuanku Bujang.
Also present at the open house event were Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian, State Secretary Datuk Amar Mohamad Abu Bakar Marzuki, Sarawak Legislative Assembly (DUS) Speaker Tan Sri Datuk Amar Mohamad Asfia Awang Nassar, elected representatives, and senior government officials. — DayakDaily
