Digital

Pendidikan di Sarawak berkembang daripada sistem tradisional komuniti, melalui sekolah misi di zaman Brooke, trauma semasa pendudukan Jepun, pembinaan semula dan peluasan di bawah British, hingga integrasi dalam sistem pendidikan Malaysia selepas 1963. Cabaran terbesar kekal jurang bandar-luar bandar, perbezaan bahasa/minoritasi dan akses digital tetapi ada juga inisiatif berkesan (contoh: yayasan negeri, universiti awam dan rangkaian MySRBN) memberi titik tolak untuk penyelesaian praktikal.

As screen time dominates youth life in Sarawak, digital detox programs combining education, community engagement, and cultural relevance are emerging as vital tools to restore mental well-being and balanced living.

In 2025, Sarawak’s shift toward a tech-driven economy hinges on empowering its diverse youth cohort - aged 15 to 40 - with digital infrastructure, skills, and mentorship for inclusive and sustainable development.

Sarawak is reinforcing cybersecurity within its smart, low-carbon agenda to ensure secure digital adoption, boost public trust, and support its sustainable development goals through resilient digital infrastructure and clean energy.

Sarawak is rapidly advancing its digital economy agenda, building the foundation for a future powered by smart technology and innovation.

In embracing digital transformation, Sarawak is not merely catching up with global trends. It is setting a powerful example of what a locally driven, inclusive digital economy can look like.

In recent years, Sarawak has made significant strides toward digitalising its healthcare system. This move aims to enhance patient care, streamline operations, and ensure equitable access to health services across the region.

As Sarawak accelerates its digital transformation, the impact on its youth is becoming more evident. Government initiatives to drive the digital economy, enhance smart infrastructure, and professionalise media practices are shaping a new future - one where technology is central to how young Sarawakians learn, work, communicate, and connect. Yet, while the opportunities are vast, so too are the challenges.

In the realm of consumer services, Ketek, a Sarawak-born food delivery app, showcases how digital platforms can address hyper-local needs.

Sarawak’s push for digitalisation is transforming local businesses through infrastructure investment, strategic partnerships, and training to bridge gaps in digital adoption and economic inclusion.