https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/newsroom/ Latest news, press releases, and announcements en Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:32:30 +0800 Isomer (https://www.isomer.gov.sg) https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/newsroom/20-years-of-malay-language-learning-and-promotion-sowing-the-language-harvesting-the-fruits-for-generations-urn:isomer:resource:420987The MLLPC celebrated its 20th anniversary on 19 September 2026 with Pesta Rakyat, a public community festival marking two decades of promoting Malay language, literature, and culture.Sat, 19 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/newsroom/ang-mo-kio-secondary-school-emerges-as-champion-of-kuiz-cepat-tepat-2-0urn:isomer:resource:403530Ang Mo Kio Secondary School won the inaugural Kuiz Cepat Tepat 2.0, a game show organised by the Malay Language Learning and Promotion Committee (MLLPC) and Mediacorp that tested secondary school students on their Malay language and cultural knowledgMon, 31 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/newsroom/five-teachers-lauded-for-outstanding-contributions-to-teaching-and-learning-of-malay-languageurn:isomer:resource:404221Five Malay Language teachers were recognised for their outstanding contributions to Malay Language teaching and learning at the Arif Budiman Malay Language Teacher Award 2026. The awards received 422 nominations this year.Fri, 21 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/newsroom/st-josephs-institution-junior-and-yusof-ishak-secondary--school-named-katapella-2026-championsurn:isomer:resource:401685St. Joseph's Institution Junior and Yusof Ishak Secondary School took top honours at Katapella 2026, Singapore's national Malay choral recitation competition, co-organised by MLLPC and Mediacorp.Fri, 21 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/newsroom/three-new-publications-and-grant-call-for-proposals-to-support-and-enrich-local-malay-literary-sceneurn:isomer:resource:404222MLLPC launched three new Malay literary publications to promote reading and appreciation of the Malay language among young readers.Fri, 14 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/newsroom/katapella-2026-over-200-students-advance-to-finals-of-national-malay-choral-recitation-competitionurn:isomer:resource:391934Over 200 students competed in the finals of Katapella 2026, Singapore's national Malay choral recitation competition. Catch it on Suria and MeWatch on 14 and 21 Aug at 8.30pm.Wed, 12 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/newsroom/students-demonstrate-creativity-and-vocal-talent-at-malay-choral-recitation-competitionurn:isomer:resource:421962Katapella 2026 saw over 200 students from 12 primary and secondary schools advance to the finals, showcasing their creativity and talent in the Malay language.Tue, 11 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/newsroom/quiz-competition-challenges-secondary-school-students--knowledge-of-malay-language-and-cultureurn:isomer:resource:421963Kuiz Cepat Tepat 2.0 brought together 220 students from 44 secondary schools to test their knowledge of the Malay language and culture, with eight schools advancing to the semi-finals.Wed, 24 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/newsroom/nominations-open-for-arif-budiman-malay-language-teacher-award-2026urn:isomer:resource:421964The AGAB 2026 nominations recognised outstanding Malay Language teachers for their contributions to student learning, well-being and the promotion of Malay language and culture.Mon, 02 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/newsroom/three-teachers-lauded-for-outstanding-contributions-to-teaching-and-learning-of-malay-languageurn:isomer:resource:421966Three Malay Language teachers were recognised for their outstanding contributions to Malay Language teaching and learning at the 2025 Arif Budiman Malay Language Teacher Award Ceremony.Sat, 01 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/newsroom/agab-2025urn:isomer:resource:165890Three Malay Language teachers received the Arif Budiman Malay Language Teacher Award for outstanding contributions to Malay language education. Minister Indranee Rajah presented the awards at today's ceremony.Sat, 01 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/newsroom/opera-estate-primary-school-and-yusof-ishak-secondary-school-emerge-as-champions-of-katapella-2025urn:isomer:resource:421967Opera Estate Primary School and Yusof Ishak Secondary School emerged as champions of Katapella 2025, Singapore’s national Malay choral recitation competition.Fri, 22 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/opera-estate-primary-school-and-yusof-ishak-secondary-school-emerged-champion-of-katapella-2025urn:isomer:resource:169318Fri, 22 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/newsroom/students-showcase-creativity-and-vocal-skills-in-inaugural-malay-choral-recitation-competitionurn:isomer:resource:421968More than 190 students advanced to the Katapella 2025 finals, showcasing their creativity and linguistic talents through Malay choral recitation.Mon, 11 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/newsroom/fiesta-bahasa-2025--celebrating-a-decade-of-language-promotionurn:isomer:resource:421971Fiesta Bahasa 2025 celebrated its 10th anniversary with creative competitions, interactive activities, a Singapore Book of Records achievement and the launch of new language ambassadors.Sat, 26 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/newsroom/ucapan-dr-syed-harun-alhabsyi-anggota-parlimen-grc-nee-soon-dan-pengerusi--jawatankuasa-pembelajaran-dan-penggalakan-penggunaan-bahasa-melayu--mllpc--di-fiesta-bahasa-2025-di-anjung--wisma-geylang-seraiurn:isomer:resource:421969Fiesta Bahasa 2025 meraikan sedekad penganjurannya dengan pelbagai aktiviti interaktif dan kreatif untuk menggalakkan kecintaan serta penggunaan bahasa Melayu dalam kalangan generasi muda.Sat, 26 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/fiesta-bahasa-2025--celebrating-a-decade-of-language-promotionurn:isomer:resource:169315Sat, 26 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/newsroom/new-story-writing-competition-for-students-to-draw-inspiration-from-late-composer-s-songsurn:isomer:resource:421972MLLPC launched a Zubir Said-inspired short story competition alongside two new children’s novels supported by its Malay Language publication grant.Sat, 15 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/newsroom/new-story-writing-competition-for-students-to-draw-inspiration-from-late-composer-zubir-said-s-songsurn:isomer:resource:165889Dr Maliki Osman launches student writing competition and two children's novels on 15 February at Woodlands Regional Library, plus announces new writing grants.Sat, 15 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/newsroom/nominations-open-for-arif-budiman-malay-language-teacher-award-2025urn:isomer:resource:421974AGAB 2025 invited nominations to recognise outstanding Malay Language teachers who inspire learning, support students and promote Malay language and culture.Mon, 03 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/newsroom/three-teachers-recognised-for-contributions-to-teaching-and-learning-of-malay-languageurn:isomer:resource:421975Three Malay Language teachers were recognised for their outstanding contributions to teaching and learning at the 2024 Arif Budiman Malay Language Teacher Award Ceremony.Thu, 24 Oct 2024 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/newsroom/speech-by-dr-mohamad-maliki-osman--second-minister-for-education--and-chairperson-of-malay-language-learning-and-promotion-committee-at-the-launch-of-project--orang-singapura---bersatu-urn:isomer:resource:421977MLLPC launched the second Orang Singapura – Bersatu! song collection featuring 10 reimagined works by late composer Zubir Said to promote Singapore’s cultural heritage.Sat, 28 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/newsroom/launch-of-second-song-collection-under-project--orang-singapura---bersatu---to-promote-singapore-s-cultural-heritageurn:isomer:resource:421976MLLPC launched the second Orang Singapura – Bersatu! song collection featuring 10 reimagined works by late composer Zubir Said to promote Singapore’s cultural heritage.Sat, 28 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/newsroom/raffles-girls--primary-school-emerges-as-champion-of-cepat-tepat-game-showurn:isomer:resource:421978Raffles Girls’ Primary School emerged as champion of Cepat Tepat 2024, a television game show that promoted students’ interest in the Malay language and culture.Thu, 12 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/newsroom/language-game-show-set-to-spark-students--interest-in-malay-language-and-cultureurn:isomer:resource:421979More than 30 students from eight primary schools participated in Cepat Tepat 2024, testing their knowledge of Malay language and culture through interactive quizzes and activities.Fri, 16 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/newsroom/new-record-set-for-largest-zapin-dance-at-4th-malay-finesse-fiestaurn:isomer:resource:421980More than 300 students set a new Singapore Book of Records for the largest Zapin dance at the 4th Malay Finesse Fiesta, celebrating Malay culture and finesse.Sat, 13 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/newsroom/open-for-nominations--arif-budiman-malay-language-teacher-award-2024urn:isomer:resource:421981AGAB 2024 invited nominations to recognise outstanding Malay Language teachers for their contributions to teaching, student development and the promotion of Malay language and culture.Fri, 02 Feb 2024 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/newsroom/three-teachers-recognised-for-their-contributions-to-teaching-and-learning-of-malay-languageurn:isomer:resource:421984Three Malay Language teachers were recognised at the 2023 Arif Budiman Malay Language Teacher Award for their contributions to teaching and learning.Sat, 04 Nov 2023 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/newsroom/launch-of-project--orang-singapura----grant-call-for-story-books-to-promote-local-cultural-heritage-and-literatureurn:isomer:resource:421985MLLPC launched Project Orang Singapura and a new grant to promote Singapore’s cultural heritage and expand quality Malay Language reading materials.Sat, 28 Oct 2023 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/newsroom/naval-base-primary-school-crowned-champion-of-cepat-tepat-game-showurn:isomer:resource:421621Naval Base Primary School was crowned champion of Cepat Tepat, an MLLPC and MediaCorp television game show held during Bulan Bahasa that tested students on Malay language and culture, with the winning team taking home prizes worth $7,500Fri, 15 Sep 2023 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/newsroom/new-record-set-for-largest-display-of-original-malay-poems-at-5th-malay-language-fiestaurn:isomer:resource:421986The 5th Fiesta Bahasa saw over 60 schools and community partners set a new Singapore Book of Records with a display of 764 original pantun.Sat, 08 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/newsroom/nominations-open-for-arif-budiman-malay-language-teacher-award-2023urn:isomer:resource:421987AGAB 2023 invited nominations to recognise outstanding Malay Language teachers for their contributions to teaching, student well-being and the promotion of Malay language and culture.Fri, 03 Feb 2023 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/newsroom/five-teachers-lauded-for-contributions-towards-teaching-and-learning-of-malay-languageurn:isomer:resource:421989Five Malay Language teachers were recognised at the 2022 Arif Budiman Malay Language Teacher Award for their outstanding contributions to Malay Language teaching and learning. Fri, 11 Nov 2022 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/newsroom/new-malay-language-programme-aims-to-make-learning-come-alive-for-children-at-the-zoourn:isomer:resource:421990MLLPC and Mandai Wildlife Group launched Kembara Nusantara, a pre-school programme that promotes Malay Language learning through engaging activities and learning journeys at Singapore Zoo.Thu, 29 Sep 2022 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/newsroom/raffles-girls--primary-school-emerges-as-champions-of-cepat-tepat-game-showurn:isomer:resource:421991Raffles Girls’ Primary School emerged as champion of *Cepat Tepat*, a television game show that promoted students’ interest in the Malay language and culture through quizzes and interactive activities.Fri, 16 Sep 2022 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/newsroom/14-pre-school-teachers-recognised-at-the-11th-mother-tongue-languages-symposiumurn:isomer:resource:422179The 11th Mother Tongue Languages Symposium promoted joyful MTL learning through educator and community collaboration, while recognising 14 outstanding pre-school MTL teachers. Sat, 27 Aug 2022 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/newsroom/month-long-game-show-set-to-spark-students--interest-in-malay-language-and-cultureurn:isomer:resource:422180MLLPC and Mediacorp launched *Cepat Tepat*, a televised game show that engaged upper primary students in learning Malay language and culture through quizzes and traditional games. Wed, 17 Aug 2022 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/newsroom/students-recognised-for-efforts-to-foster-appreciation-for-malay-cultureurn:isomer:resource:422181The Malay Finesse Video Competition saw student teams from 40 schools use creative formats to promote Malay culture and etiquette, with eight schools receiving top awards. Mon, 18 Jul 2022 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/newsroom/nominations-open-for-arif-budiman-malay-language-teacher-award-2022urn:isomer:resource:422182AGAB 2022 invited nominations to recognise outstanding Malay Language teachers for their contributions to teaching, student well-being and the promotion of Malay language and culture.Fri, 04 Feb 2022 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/newsroom/arif-budiman-malay-language-teacher-award-2021urn:isomer:resource:422186Five Malay Language teachers were recognised at the 2021 Arif Budiman Malay Language Teacher Award for their outstanding contributions to Malay Language teaching and learning. Sat, 06 Nov 2021 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/newsroom/popular-nabil-nabilah-book-series-extended-to-kindergarten-children-to-promote-malay-language-learningurn:isomer:resource:422187The Nabil Nabilah Reader Series expanded to pre-school with 20 new storybooks featuring local culture and Malay folklore, bringing the full collection to 62 titles from pre-school to Primary 6. Wed, 22 Sep 2021 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/newsroom/10-pre-school-teachers-recognised-at-the-10th-mother-tongue-languages-symposiumurn:isomer:resource:422192The 10th MTL Symposium promoted the use of Mother Tongue Languages as living languages through family, school and community engagement, while recognising 10 outstanding pre-school MTL teachers. Mon, 30 Aug 2021 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/newsroom/launch-of-e-fiesta-bahasa-2021-and-malay-language-learning-and-promotion-committee-s-15th-anniversary-celebrationurn:isomer:resource:422202e-Fiesta Bahasa 2021 brought Malay Language learning online for the first time, featuring interactive games, virtual tours and digital activities for students, teachers and parents.Mon, 12 Jul 2021 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/newsroom/speech-by-dr-mohamad-maliki-osman--second-minister-for-education--and-chairperson-of-malay-language-learning-and-promotion-committee--at-the-e-fiesta-bahasa-2021--at-max-atria-singapore-expourn:isomer:resource:422208Speech by Dr Mohamad Maliki Osman, Second Minister for Education, and Chairperson of Malay Language Learning and Promotion Committee, at the e-Fiesta Bahasa 2021, at Max Atria@Singapore ExpoSat, 10 Jul 2021 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/newsroom/strengthening-learning-of-mother-tongue-languagesurn:isomer:resource:422211HML and HTL were expanded to Primary 3 and 4 students, alongside the launch of the P5–6 *Nabil Nabilah* Reader Series to deepen Malay Language learning and literacy. Fri, 09 Apr 2021 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/newsroom/nominations-open-for-arif-budiman-malay-language-teacher-award-2021urn:isomer:resource:422213AGAB 2021 invited nominations to recognise outstanding Malay Language teachers for their contributions to teaching, student development and the promotion of Malay language and culture. Mon, 22 Feb 2021 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/newsroom/14-pre-school-teachers-recognised-at-the-9th-mother-tongue-languages-symposiumurn:isomer:resource:422216The 9th Mother Tongue Languages Symposium went virtual as e-MTLS, featuring interactive programmes and recognising 14 outstanding pre-school Mother Tongue Language teachers.Sat, 29 Aug 2020 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/newsroom/nominations-open--arif-budiman-malay-language-teachers--award-2020urn:isomer:resource:422218AGAB 2020 invited nominations to recognise outstanding Malay Language teachers for their contributions to teaching, student development and the promotion of Malay language and culture.Mon, 24 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/newsroom/enhancements-to-the-cultural-performance-exposure-fundurn:isomer:resource:422219MLLPC enhanced the Cultural Performance Exposure Fund to extend support to higher education students and encourage greater exposure to Malay cultural performances. Wed, 09 Oct 2019 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/newsroom/13-pre-school-teachers-recognised-at-the-8th-mother-tongue-languages-symposiumurn:isomer:resource:422220The 8th Mother Tongue Languages Symposium recognised 13 outstanding pre-school MTL teachers and featured interactive activities, workshops and exhibitions promoting joyful MTL learning.Sat, 24 Aug 2019 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/newsroom/deepening-appreciation-for-malay-culture-at-malay-finesse-carnival-2019urn:isomer:resource:422221The Malay Finesse Carnival 2019 promoted greater appreciation of Malay culture through interactive activities, a mass dance involving 30 schools and an infographic competition. Mon, 15 Jul 2019 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles https://mllpc.moe.gov.sg/newsroom/nominations-open-for-arif-budiman-malay-language-teachers--award-2019urn:isomer:resource:422224AGAB 2019 invited nominations to recognise outstanding Malay Language teachers for their contributions to teaching, student development and the promotion of Malay language and culture. Mon, 25 Feb 2019 00:00:00 +0800Feature Articles