Expanding SARA Retail Network Helps Recipients, SMEs - SAMENTA

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 19 (Bernama) -- The expansion of the retail network from 3,000 to 10,000 outlets for Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) is a significant milestone in ensuring that the RM8 billion allocated this year serves as a safety net for the 8.1 million recipients, the Small and Medium Enterprises Association of Malaysia (SAMENTA).

Nearly A Third Of SARA Aid Spent Within Five Days Of Disbursal, Proving Programme's Effectiveness -- Johan

By Nor Baizura Basri and Mohd Iswandi Kasan Anuar

PUTRAJAYA, Jan 17 (Bernama) -- Almost one third of the approximately RM624.97 million disbursed under the Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) aid programme since Jan 9 has been spent as of Jan 13, indicating its effectiveness in helping low-income groups cope with the cost of living.

MOF: 8,700 SARA Partner Stores As Of Nov 3, Up From 700 In 2024

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 (Bernama) -- The number of Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) partner stores increased to 8,700 outlets as of Nov 3, 2025, up from 700 outlets in 2024, said Deputy Finance Minister Lim Hui Ying.

Increase In STR, SARA Allocations Proves Govt's Commitment To Strengthen Social Safety Net -- MoF

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 14 (Bernama) -- The increase in the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) allocations from year to year is proof of the government’s commitment to strengthen the social safety net, according to the Ministry of Finance (MoF).

Special Appreciation For The People Yesterday Takes Into Account Country's Fiscal Capacity - PMO

KUALA LUMPUR, July 24 (Bernama) -- The special appreciation announced by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim yesterday took into account the country's fiscal capacity, according to the Prime Minister's Office (PMO).

RM4 Bln Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah Cash Aid Disbursed Via Phase 1 And 2 Payments -- MOF

KUALA LUMPUR, July 23 (Bernama) -- The latest data showed that over 8.5 million Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) recipients have been registered, and RM4 billion in cash aid disbursed through the initiative’s Phase 1 and 2 payments, said the Ministry of Finance (MOF).

Fiscal Consolidation Pays Off For Malaysia; US Dollar Seen On Weaker Path

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, July 6 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s fiscal consolidation efforts are beginning to bear fruit, with measures to narrow the fiscal deficit and reduce government debt gaining traction despite criticism, signalling a positive outlook for the country’s sovereign credit ratings.

Sumbangan Asas Rahmah Extended To Sabah, Sarawak Via Mykad

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 14 (Bernama) -- The distribution of Sumbangan Asas Rahman (SARA) assistance via the use of MyKad will be expanded to Sabah and Sarawak this year instead of only in Peninsular Malaysia in 2024, said the Finance Ministry (MOF).