Reducing the need for handouts


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ON Feb 9, for the second time, all Malaysians aged 18 and above were credited with RM100 in their MyKad under Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (Sara), which could be used to purchase groceries, school supplies, and other essentials.

Public feedback, including comments shared online, showed that many recipients welcomed the assistance.

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Billed as RM 96.20 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

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