Greatly respected and much-loved journalism pioneer


PETALING JAYA: Datuk Ng Poh Tip, who carved her name in history as the first female group chief editor of a newspaper in Malaysia, should be honoured as a pioneer of remarkable independence and competence, say media practitioners.

Ng, who was at the helm of The Star from 1993 to 2003, passed away yesterday at the age of 81.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
Ng Poh Tip , The Star , GCE , Newspaper , Journalist

Next In Nation

Public inspection for LRT Mutiara Line extension linking Penang Island, Seberang Perai
12 police personnel suspended over cryptocurrency theft
Bill to cap PM’s term at 10 years to be tabled on Monday
Cops nab man connected to 2025 intimidation case
Police to call several individuals in probe over alleged share ownership by Azam Baki
DAP special congress is part of party's internal process, says Fahmi
Sabah flood: Number of victims increased to 3,768 people at noon
Prioritise welfare of police personnel, says Dr Wan Azizah
Traffic slows on major expressways as at noon
Building tech ecosystem to help Perak SMEs compete

Others Also Read