#MenuaiKisah - Celebrate Gawai and Kaamatan together

With the celebration of bountiful harvests comes stories of our unique culture and heritage.

This harvest festival, let’s continue to #MenuaiKisah to preserve these priceless stories with a little help from technology.
Because a nation whose culture lives on is a nation that will always be ahead.

With stories, culture lives. With technology, it transcends time.

Kotobian Tadau Tagazo Do Kaamatan.
Gayu Guru Gerai Nyamai.

Sabah
Sarawak

#MenuaiKisah Sabah

From TV presenter to community filmmaker, let's hear from four local Sabahans of various backgrounds as they share stories of their culture and the little gems that connect them with their roots.

#MenuaiKisah Honouring Huminodun with actress and TV presenter Alex Alexander

Let's hear from actress and TV presenter Alex Alexander about how the Unduk Ngadau, an annual cultural pageant that celebrates the spirit of Huminodun during the Kaamatan festival is more than just a beauty contest.

#MenuaiKisah Remembering Rice with culinary enthusiast Pison Jaujip

In light of Kaamatan, Pison Jaujip reminds us of the gratitude that exists on every plate of rice. Watch on to discover the true spirit of the harvest, as he shares stories about traditions and its significance for generations to come.

#MenuaiKisah Ulu Papar: Heritage of the Future

Located at the border of the Crocker Range Salt Trail, Ulu Papar is where Didi’s ancestors have lived for generations. Let’s join community filmmaker Didi Nelson as he shows us how the community’s appreciation for the gifts of nature sets an example for the rest of the world as we all strive to reap the benefits of green technology.

#MenuaiKisah Sundatang Sonnets

Musician Mayabayu wanted to get in touch with her KadazanDusun heritage, and she decided to do exactly that through music. Watch to find out more how she began to learn to play the Sundatang, and even took the initiative to approach Dr. Rosliah Kiting to learn traditional KadazanDusun poetry.

The Making of #MenuaiKisah | Maxis

With stories, culture lives. With technology, it transcends time. That’s the inspiration behind our #MenuaiKisah series.

#MenuaiKisah Sarawak

Just like how there are stories in every celebration, there are also great memories in them. In this series, we explore what Gawai means to many families and how different the celebrations were like for both sides of the generation when they were growing up. We also dive deeper into the cultural elements that are part of the local traditions.

#MenuaiKisah Gawai from the Heart

Two generations, two different perspectives, yet one common understanding. Listen in as we speak to family members of different generations about what makes Hari Gawai truly special for the Dayak communities.

#MenuaiKisah Savouring A Taste of Tradition with Vanessa

For Vanessa, Hari Gawai wouldn’t be complete without Manuk Pansuh, a traditional chicken dish enjoyed by the Dayak community. Watch on to learn more about how the delicacy is made, and why the recipe has and always will be a Gawai staple, no matter where life takes her.

#MenuaiKisah The Art of the Belangi Dance

Also known as Rejang Beuh, the Belangi dance is a traditional Bidayuh dance, usually performed during special occasions including Gawai. Watch to hear more from Helen Untet, who’s a Bidayuh, about the story behind the dance, and its history.

#MenuaiKisah Modern Twist of A Ngepan | Gawai

Usually worn during festivals, the Ngepan Iban consists of a lot of jewellery and beads, and they symbolise one’s status and wealth. And back in the old days, the attire was not as complicated as today’s Ngepan. Together with Genevieve Gerald who’s an Iban, let’s discover the beauty of the Ngepan Iban and how each element complements each other to create a whole unique look.

MenuaiKisah Marking the End of Gawai | Gawai

Ngiling Tikai is a ceremony held to mark the end of Gawai, along with the cutting down of the Ranyai tree (Tree of Life). Hear more from Sophia Jenang who is an Iban, about the special ceremony that they usually carry out to celebrate the end of harvest.

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