How many media practitioners has the fund supported?

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Tabung Kasih@HAWANA Has Supported 315 Media Practitioners

The Tabung Kasih@HAWANA fund has provided support to a total of 315 media practitioners nationwide since its establishment. This initiative aims to assist individuals within the media industry facing various challenges.
Fund Establishment and Management

The Tabung Kasih@HAWANA fund was launched in conjunction with National Journalists’ Day (HAWANA) in 2023. It was conceived as an initiative by the Communications Ministry and is managed by the Malaysian National News Agency (Bernama).
Recent Distribution of Aid

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim recently presented contributions from the fund to 10 veteran media practitioners. This distribution occurred during a breaking-of-fast event with media practitioners in Kuala Lumpur, specifically aimed at helping recipients prepare for the Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebrations.
Beneficiaries and Their Situations

The recipients included veteran practitioners from publications such as New Straits Times, Berita Harian, Utusan Melayu, and news agency Bernama, as well as a veteran from Radio Televisyen Malaysia (RTM). These individuals were highlighted as facing health challenges, with specific mentions of kidney disease, dialysis costs, and stage four colon cancer requiring ongoing treatment.

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