Kaamatan, or Pesta Kaamatan, comes from the Kadazan-Dusun word 'magavau', which means 'harvest'. At its core, it's a ...

“We are also intensifying collaborations with local communities, providing skills training, empowering youth entrepreneurship, and supporting the revitalisation of traditional crafts within ...

Gawai is the Iban word for 'festival' and was officially declared a public holiday in 1965 to unify and honour Dayak traditions.. Unlike Kaamatan's sacred tone, Gawai is more of a social and communal ...

In the heart of the forest, the Dayak people demonstrate incredible craftsmanship and precision as they transform raw Meranti logs into beautifully cut wooden boards using the powerful STIHL 070 ...

Gandang Ahung is not only a cultural heritage but also a way for the Dayak Katingan Awa people to understand life, death, and their relationship with nature.

As this month concludes, there’s just one thing left on the list that hasn’t been ticked off—Gawai Dayak! If you don’t already know, Gawai Dayak is an annual celebration held in Sarawak by the ...

Held from May 1 to May 24, the Miri Gawai Dayak Bazaar 2025 attracted enthusiastic crowds and featured vibrant displays of traditional food, crafts, and cultural performances.

KUCHING (May 16): The Bazaar Gawai Dayak 2025 at MJC Batu Kawa has drawn large crowds as it enters its second day, offering a vibrant fusion of culture, crafts, and cuisine. Visitors are greeted ...

A FOOD court located by Permai Lake in Sibu town which serves authentic Dayak delicacies is in the works in Sarawak. “We are transforming the Permai Lake Gardens food court into a Dayak food ...

This unique learning method has led to a scarcity of Doyo fiber weavers. Merry said that only a few people, outside of Dayak Benuaq women, can master this weaving technique. “If a Dayak Benuaq woman’s ...