Mayor Walk returns this year to promote health, community spirit
One of the city’s most recognised community events, the Mayor Walk, is set to return on Aug 17 for its seventh consecutive year, continuing its mission to promote health, unity and a love for the outdoors.
The event, which is expected to attract 10,000 participants, will kick off at 6 am at the MBKS Boulevard here. All registered participants will stand a chance to win exciting lucky draw prizes.
At a press conference yesterday, Kuching South mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng said the initiative, first introduced in 2017, is part of the council’s Youth, Culture, and Sports programme. It reflects the Kuching South City Council’s (MBKS) mission to foster healthy lifestyles, encourage public participation, and strengthen community bonds.
“Mayor Walk brings together people of all ages, from young children to senior citizens, encouraging families and friends to walk side by side in a spirit of togetherness. It reinforces Kuching South’s identity as a caring, safe, and inclusive city,” said Wee.
The event also aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly Goal 3 (Good Health and Well-being) and Goal 17 (Partnerships for the Goals). These goals guide MBKS in creating impactful and sustainable programmes that promote balance, awareness, and a connection with nature.
Wee acknowledged the crucial role of sponsors in making the event a large-scale annual success. Among the key contributors are:
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Ibraco Berhad, which has supported the event since 2018 by contributing RM 80,000 worth of T-shirts;
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38 Yayasan Amal Cinta, a T-shirt sponsor since 2023;
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Chagee, which donated RM 10,000 along with 600 free drink vouchers valued at RM 10,140;
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Lalamove, which donated RM 20,000 and 10,000 branded hand fans;
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Premier Echo Sound and Light System Sdn Bhd, providing the sound system;
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Revive, which contributed 10,800 canned drinks for participants;
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Sarawak Energy Berhad, which contributed RM 10,000;
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Go Beyond, WG Cycle, and Kok Siong, contributing lucky draw items; and
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City Joggers Club (CJC), which has served as an event partner since 2017, assisting with planning, coordination, and volunteer mobilisation.
Participants are reminded to collect their event T-shirts at the MBKS Lobby on Friday (Aug 15), from 9 am to 4 pm, or on Saturday (Aug 16), from 9 am to 1 pm. Wee stressed that participants must bring their registration QR code for verification, as T-shirt collection will not be possible without it.
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