MBKS grocery voucher programme supports senior citizens, local hawkers
KUCHING (Sept 24): The MBKS Senior Citizen Grocery Voucher Programme 2026 was carried out at five markets under the Kuching South City Council (MBKS) jurisdiction yesterday. Kuching South Mayor Dato Wee Hong Seng said the initiative, held in conjunction with the Mooncake Festival, was aimed to assist senior citizens while providing additional business opportunities for [...] The post MBKS grocery…
On September 24, the MBKS Senior Citizen Grocery Voucher Programme 2026 was held at five markets in Kuching South City Council jurisdiction, coinciding with the Mooncake Festival. Mayor Dato Wee Hong Seng spearheaded the initiative to assist senior citizens aged 58 and above, providing them with 1,500 vouchers worth RM30 each for groceries, fresh produce, and daily necessities.
Mayor Wee personally monitored the redemption process at Petanak Market, Stutong Community Market, Bintawa Market, Sungai Apong Market, and Kenyalang Market, ensuring the experience was smooth and convenient for seniors. He emphasized the program's dual purpose of supporting senior citizens and fostering opportunities for local hawkers and small traders, strengthening the connection between markets and the community.
The event took place early in the morning as part of Kuching South's commitment to becoming an age-friendly city, joining the World Health Organisation's Global Network for Age-Friendly Cities and Communities in October 2024.
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