Amalan dan strategi pemerkasaan sektor pertanian masyarakat Melayu Sri Aman, Sarawak

Sri Aman merupakan salah sebuah bahagian Sarawak yang majoriti penduduknya adalah bangsa Melayu (Chang Pat Foh: 1999). Namun begitu masyarakat Melayu hanya menguasai 20% daripada jumlah penduduk Sri Aman. Aktiviti pertanian merupakan pekerjaan tradisi yang masih lagi diwarisi oleh masyarakat Melayu Sri Aman terutamanya dengan tanaman padi. Selain daripada padi, tanaman kelapa sawit dan getah juga merupakan tanaman penting masyarakat Sri Aman kini. Sri Aman juga terkenal dengan hasil tanaman buah-buahan seperti limau, rambutan, jagung dan sebagainya. Berdasarkan pemerhatian pengkaji mendapati bahawa masyarakat Melayu Sri Aman masih menggunakan kaedah tradisional dalam aktiviti pertanian mereka. Di samping itu, pengkaji mendapati tahap pembangunan infrastruktur di kampung-kampung Melayu Sri Aman adalah di tahap yang kurang memuaskan. Kajian ini merumuskan aktiviti pertanian masyarakat Melayu tidak dapat dimajukan kerana ia dijalankan dalam bentuk pada skala kecil dan untuk sara diri sahaja di samping masalah kewangan yang terhad

Mahathir dan berakhirnya Dasar Aparteid di Afrika Selatan

Kajian ini melihat penglibatan Malaysia dalam usaha menghapuskan dasar aparteid di Afrika Selatan yang tidak berapa diberi perhatian oleh dunia dan khususnya anggota negara Komanwel. Nama Malaysia tidak begitu menyerlah hanya usaha Tunku Abdul Rahman yang berjaya membuatkan negara Afrika Selatan keluar dari Komanwel. Ini tidak memberi impak kepada negara Afrika Selatan kerana dengan keluar dari Komanwel tidak dapat menahan dasar aparteid dari terus dilaksanakan. Ini berterusan walaupun terdapat banyak negara yang mengutuk dasar aparteid di Afrika Selatan. Kemuncak dari desakan untuk menghapus dasar aparteid ini apabila munculnya Dr. Mahathir di persidangan Komanwel Nassau, Bahamas pada tahun 1985. Kemunculan Dr. Mahathir telah menambah tekanan kepada pihak Afrika Selatan dan Britain. Artikel ini melihat pengaruh Dr. Mahathir terserlah apabila Malaysia menjadi hos persidangan Komanwel pada tahun 1989 dan memberi peluang kepada Dr. Mahathir meneruskan agenda pada tahun 1985 dengan memberi penekanan lebih kepada keengganan Britain untuk bersama Komanwel mengenakan sekatan ekonomi terhadap Afrika Selatan. Thatcher yang tertekan telah membuat bantahan dengan mengadakan sidang akhbar selepas Kenyataan Kuala Lumpur diumumkan. Walau bagaimanapun usaha Thatcher gagal untuk mempengaruhi Komanwel dan Dr. Mahathir terus mendesak supaya dasar aparteid benarbenar dihapuskan. Ramai sarjana yang tidak melihat kejayaan menghapus aparteid di Afrika Selatan sebagai satu kejayaan Malaysia dan khususnya Dr. Mahathir. Penulisan ini melihat peranan Dr. Mahathir sebagai salah seorang juara dalam memperjuangkan hak asasi manusia dalam menghapus dasar aparteid di Afrika Selatan dan membebaskan pemikiran dari belenggu penjajah dengan tidak mengikut telunjuk bekas penjajah iaitu Britain

Oil Palm Leaf and Corn Stalk – Mechanical Properties and Surface Characterization

AbstractAgro waste can be defined as waste from agricultural plant. Oil palm leaf and corn stalk can be categorized as ago waste material. At first, the comparison between oil palm leaf and corn stalk by mechanical properties from soda pulping process. After that, this study focusing on surface characterization by Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM). Both materials have a potential due to the mechanical properties (tensile, tear, burst and fold) and surface characterization but corn stalk shows more in strength and compactness due to fibre characterization compared to oil palm leaf. This study promoting the green technology in developing a friendly product and suitable to be used as an alternative pulp in paper making industry

Limestone-zeolite biocomposite as potential low-cost adsorbent for landfill leachate remediation

A novel approach for the low-cost bioadsorbent for the removal of leachate pollutants is presented herein. In this study, limestone is combined with zeolite in order to fabricate biocomposite media with different ratios. Results revealed that limestone-zeolite biocomposite adsorbed ammoniacal nitrogen (NH3-N) and COD, which could possibly be used for the adsorption of NH3-N and COD efficiently from leachate. The optimum mixing ratio by means was carried out using series of batch experiments for limestone and zeolite to measure the remediation of NH3-N and COD in a stabilized leached. The optimum ratio for limestone and zeolite in the remediation of NH3-N and COD obtained were at 25:15 (82%) and 30:10 (75%), respectively. Indeed, the prepared limestone-zeolite biocomposite is a low-cost and effective adsorbent was potential used to derive the NH3-N and COD for a promising adsorption efficiency from stabilized landfill leachate

Malaysia halal trust : between reality and challenges

Public confidence regarding the permissibility of certain products or whether it is lawful, particularly for Muslims, founded through the display or the label to verify the halal certification issued by an authorized organization or recognized. Accordingly, the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM) is an organization that has the authority to issue halal certificates, especially in Malaysia. Islam has laid down rules and regulations for driving humanity to adhere to the principles of Islam prescribed in the Quran and Hadith. The research methodology of this paper is to use library research methods. This article describes the rules and regulations mentioned in the Quran and hadith which are the two primary sources of Islam. This article also describes recent developments in the halal industry conducted by the Malaysian government. In fact, it has been a goal of the government to make Malaysia a global halal hub. The purpose of this article is to introduce Malaysia as a halal hub at the international level and to share experience in the challenges and problems when conducting activities related to the halal industry. Finally, some proposals for improving the operations of halal in Malaysia has been proposed by some academics involved, so it provides an opportunity for a broad agenda for future research in the halal industry in Malaysia

Islamic Tourism: The Characteristics, Concept and Principles

The Islamic economic sector has grown rapidly in Malaysia and Islamic businesses can be found in a wide range of sectors including culinary, Islamic finance, Islamic takaful (insurance and mortgage) industries, fashion, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, entertainment, and tourism industries. Islamic tourism, in particular, offers a new means of developing the tourism industry in Malaysia whilst maintaining the ethics, culture and values of Islam. Islamic tourism is not defined as a visit to the mosque alone, but the visit is closely related to nature, culture, or creativity that integrates with Islamic values. Currently, the concept of adherence to Islam (which has been called as Shariah-compliant) has gained traction across the globe. In response to this new lifestyle trend, many countries (including those such as Korea, Japan, Australia, Thailand, and New Zealand which do not have a domestic Muslim majority) are beginning to introduce tourism products related to the halal concept or Islamic orientation. The definition of Islamic tourism is still unclear and encompasses various terms such as Halal Tourism, Halal Friendly Travel Destinations, Halal Travel, Islamic Travel Destinations, and Halal Lifestyle. Even in Malaysia, a leader in this sector, the concept of Islamic tourism is still liminal. However it offers huge potential, both for the country’s tourism sector and the country’s Islamic population, contributing to the preservation and appreciation of Islamic culture in Malaysia. Islamic tourism is not only related to religious values ​​but also must be in line with every way of life that is not contrary to Islam. Not many companies and agencies organize halal tourism packages because they think it is not a necessity and a profit. Many companies are more focused on routine Islamic tourism such as Umrah and Hajj. This paper considers in detail the characteristics, concept and principles of Islamic tourism

Maqasid al-Shariah perspectives on the implementation of Hire-Purchase Act 1967 in Malaysia with reference to Al-Ijarah Thumma al-Bai' financing contract

This study aims to critically examine the meaning of the Al-Ijarah Thumma al-Bai' (AiTAB) contract and hire-purchase (HP) contract. It is also to explore several issues regarding the procedures of the Malaysian Hire-Purchase Act 1967 and it's contradiction to the Shariah. There are three main issues that were highlighted; transferring of ownership, right and liability, and charges. The Maqasid al-Shariah framework is a compatible approach for this study to solve these issues which does not only to harmonise both contracts but also in morally aspect. The findings of this study demonstrate how Maqasid al-Shariah should employ HP contract issues that might not be contradicted to AiTAB in developing a better understanding between AiTAB and HP practices as Islamic banking product

Micro-peat as a potential low-cost adsorbent material for COD and NH3-N removal

Micro-peat (M-P) was demonstrated in the present study as a potential low cost natural adsorbent for the removal of COD and ammoniacal nitrogen (NH3-N) from landfill leachate. A series of batch experiments were carried out under fixed conditions and the influence of mixture ratio was investigated. The characteristics of leachate were then determined. Results indicated that leachate is non-biodegradable with high concentration of COD (2739.06 mg/L), NH3-N (1765.34 mg/L) and BOD5/COD ratio (0.09). The optimum ratio for activated carbon (AC) and M-P in the removal of COD and NH3-N obtained were at 2.5:1.5 (87%) and 1.0:3.0 (65%) respectively. The low-cost natural adsorbent used in the present investigation is an attractive alternative to the conventional adsorbent (AC). Thus, M-P can be appropriated for use in leachate treatment that could be cost-effective due its local availability and adsorption property

Penerokaan awal terhadap motivasi pembelajaran Bahasa Melayu di sebuah universiti awam di Malaysia

Motivasi telah lama dikenal pasti sebagai salah satu faktor utama yang mempengaruhi pembelajaran bahasa (Gardner, 1985). Kajian ini meneliti jenis dan tahap motivasi pembelajaran bahasa Melayu (integrative dan instrumental) dalam kalangan 100 orang mahasiswa di sebuah universiti awam di Malaysia. Kajian rintis ini menggunakan instrument soal selidik yang disesuaikan daripada Gardner Attitude / Motivation Test Batery (AMTB).Data dianalisis dengan menggunakan kekerapan, peratusan, min dan sisihan piawai.Kajian awal ini mendapati bahawa pelajar mempunyai tahap motivasi yang tinggi sama ada motivasi integratif mahupun motivasi instrumental.Dari segi penggunaan dan kembimbangan menggunakan bahasa Melayu pula, kajian mendapati tahap penggunaan Bahasa Melayu adalah memberangsangkan sementara kebimbangan sampel kajian dalm menggunakan Bahasa Melayu pada tahap sederhana. Berdasarkan penemuan ini, beberapa implikasi pembelajaran motivasi relevan dan berguna disyorkan untuk peningkatan dan penambahbaikan motivasi pelaja

Etika dan tanggungjawab pendidik dalam profesion perguruan dan cabaran pendidik masa kini

Profesion perguruan atau bekerja sebagai guru adalah antara beberapa jenis pekerjaan yang penting dalam proses pembangunan manusia, masyarakat dan negara. Profesion perguruan merupakan profesion paling utama di dalam proses penyerapan ilmu pengetahuan kepada individu dan masyarakat. Dalam era globalisasi sekarang, peranan guru menjadi semakin kompleks dan mencabar. Golongan guru hendaklah memastikan martabat perguruan sentiasa dipertingkatkan dari masa ke semasa ke tahap yang lebih tinggi dan dihormati seterusnya dapat merealisasikan Misi Nasional seperti yang digariskan oleh Y.A.B. Perdana Menteri Malaysia dalam Rancangan Malaysia Ke-9. Guru juga merupakan saluran untuk murid mewujudkan pemikiran yang kritis dan kreatif bagi membentuk jati diri yang sempurna agar dapat berbakti kepada agama, bangsa dan negara. Dalam usaha meningkatkan martabat profesion perguruan yang cemerlang, Kementerian Pendidikan telah menyediakan pelbagai kemudahan dan memastikan semua guru menjalani pelbagai kemahiran dan latihan yang sesuai mengikut arus globasisai masa kini