Room for improvement in Malaysia’s gig economy, says government

Zahidi said the ministry was also seeking the aid of the private sector to donate laptops to disadvantaged students. — AFP Relaxnews

The Communications and Multimedia Ministry is mulling over making free Internet access available to institutions of higher learning across the country.

Its Deputy Minister Datuk Zahidi Zainul Abidin said it was essential to ease the strain on students, especially those who come from poor families and can’t afford to pay for Internet access.