AWANI Review: Closing the gender leadership gap in higher education
Despite women increasingly outpacing men in higher education enrollment, they remain underrepresented in leadership roles. Prabha Sundram, Head of Education at the British Council Malaysia, examines this persistent gap, its impact, and strategies for universities to achieve true equity and inclusivity.
Sat Aug 10 2024
![The rise of smart contracts and strategies for mitigating cyber and legal risks The rise of smart contracts and strategies for mitigating cyber and legal risks](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/81721991387_TBWEF.jpg)
The rise of smart contracts and strategies for mitigating cyber and legal risks
Smart contracts - self-executing agreements embedded in blockchain - offer the promise of seamless execution without human intervention.
Sat Jul 27 2024
Niaga SPOTLIGHT: Managing healthcare shortages and costs
The Ministry of Health (MOH) received RM41.22 billion under Budget 2024, up from RM36.3 billion the previous year. Personal healthcare expenditures in Malaysia are projected to double to RM13.2 billion by 2028.
However, the national health service faces a severe shortage of medical staff and patient overcrowding, boosting the popularity of private clinics for their convenience and affordability. By 2022, there were over 9,800 registered private health clinics.
Dr. Azizan Abdul Aziz, President of the Malaysian Medical Association (MMA), discusses solutions for public healthcare talent shortages and strategies to maintain affordable private primary care.
However, the national health service faces a severe shortage of medical staff and patient overcrowding, boosting the popularity of private clinics for their convenience and affordability. By 2022, there were over 9,800 registered private health clinics.
Dr. Azizan Abdul Aziz, President of the Malaysian Medical Association (MMA), discusses solutions for public healthcare talent shortages and strategies to maintain affordable private primary care.
Fri Jul 05 2024
Jiwa SME: Inside local coffee business strategies, brewing success
Let's dive into the story of Bask Bear Coffee, one of Malaysia's fastest-growing coffee brands. Bryan Loo, the CEO of Loob Holding & Baskbear Coffee, shares the brand's story and business strategies.
Join us at Jiwa SME, 1st roadshow of SMEs gathering at Aeon Mall Tebrau City, Johor Bahru on 6th & 7th July 2024. Don't miss out on the chance to meet Bask Bear!
Join us at Jiwa SME, 1st roadshow of SMEs gathering at Aeon Mall Tebrau City, Johor Bahru on 6th & 7th July 2024. Don't miss out on the chance to meet Bask Bear!
Wed Jun 26 2024
![PM to announce key strategies to uplift Msia’s semiconductor sector - Tengku Zafrul PM to announce key strategies to uplift Msia’s semiconductor sector - Tengku Zafrul](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/41716607692_TBZAFRUL.jpg)
PM to announce key strategies to uplift Msia’s semiconductor sector - Tengku Zafrul
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will make the announcement this afternoon at SEMICON Southeast Asia 2024.
Tue May 28 2024
![PM launches NACS 2024-2028, outlines core strategies to combat corruption PM launches NACS 2024-2028, outlines core strategies to combat corruption](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/61715063139_Anwar.jpg)
PM launches NACS 2024-2028, outlines core strategies to combat corruption
The National Anti-Corruption Strategies focuses on the effectiveness of corruption prevention efforts.
Tue May 07 2024
![Perdana Menteri bakal rasmi peluncuran NACS, strategi baharu perangi rasuah Perdana Menteri bakal rasmi peluncuran NACS, strategi baharu perangi rasuah](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/71714887115_TBanwaribrahimj.jpg)
Perdana Menteri bakal rasmi peluncuran NACS, strategi baharu perangi rasuah
Kerajaan akan melancarkan Strategi Pembanterasan Rasuah Nasional (National Anti-Corruption Strategies, NACS) 2024-2028.
Sun May 05 2024
![Trend Micro Report: More than half of global ransomware incidents in 2023 were detected in Southeast Asia Trend Micro Report: More than half of global ransomware incidents in 2023 were detected in Southeast Asia](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/41714232671_cybersecurity.jpg)
Trend Micro Report: More than half of global ransomware incidents in 2023 were detected in Southeast Asia
Global ransomware detections fell 14% as alternative attack strategies evolve; yet an increase in incidents was seen in Southeast Asia.
Sun Apr 28 2024
![YEARENDER - In 2023, bold EV strategies took a punch from reality YEARENDER - In 2023, bold EV strategies took a punch from reality](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-11/61700738641_TBEV.jpg)
YEARENDER - In 2023, bold EV strategies took a punch from reality
This was the year the auto industry's race toward an all-electric future took a detour.
Sat Dec 30 2023
The Future Is Female: PlusVibes — Redesigning Mental Health Support Pathways
On this episode of #TheFutureIsFemale Melisa Idris explores the strategies and stories of empowerment behind accessible mental wellness. She speaks to Madiha Fuad, Founder & CEO of PlusVibes, a social enterprise seeking to reshape the landscape of mental health support in Malaysia. For her work in healthtech, Madiha was named as one of 2022’s ‘Women of the Future: 50 Rising Stars in ESG’.
Sun Dec 17 2023
![Proliferation of AI-driven attacks anticipated in 2024 Proliferation of AI-driven attacks anticipated in 2024](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-12/51702646926_cyberthreatshacke.jpg)
Proliferation of AI-driven attacks anticipated in 2024
Trend Micro urges industry-led regulation and innovative defense strategies.
Sat Dec 16 2023
![Not awaiting but bringing justice - 8 November Victory Day Not awaiting but bringing justice - 8 November Victory Day](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-11/61699431665_TBAzerbaijan.jpg)
Not awaiting but bringing justice - 8 November Victory Day
If there is no management with strategies that can produce rational policies, all available resources can be wasted.
Wed Nov 08 2023
![14th World Islamic Economic Forum in Abu Dhabi to focus on sustainable future 14th World Islamic Economic Forum in Abu Dhabi to focus on sustainable future](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-11/81699357691_SyedHamidAlbar.jpg)
14th World Islamic Economic Forum in Abu Dhabi to focus on sustainable future
The forum will focus on developing strategies to strengthen economic development and identifying opportunities for collaboration.
Tue Nov 07 2023
![[COLUMNIST] Credible Malaysian brain drain intervention is long overdue! [COLUMNIST] Credible Malaysian brain drain intervention is long overdue!](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-06/71687951973_TBBRAINjpg.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Credible Malaysian brain drain intervention is long overdue!
It is important to emphasise that addressing corruption is fundamental among the above key brain drain intervention strategies.
Mon Oct 30 2023
![Elevate your HR strategies at National Human Capital Conference and Exhibition 2023 Elevate your HR strategies at National Human Capital Conference and Exhibition 2023](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-10/71698138847_TBNHCEE.jpg)
Elevate your HR strategies at National Human Capital Conference and Exhibition 2023
The National Human Capital Conference and Exhibition(NHCCE) 2023 is happening October 30-31, 2023 at MITEC KL.
Tue Oct 24 2023