RM100 Sara aid for all credited today, now covers frozen goods

Zikri KamarulzamanPublished: Feb 9, 2026 9:59 AM | Updated: Feb 9, 2026 10:19 AM

The second round of the RM100 Rahmah Necessities Aid (Sara) for all Malaysians aged 18 and older can be redeemed starting today until the end of the year.

In announcing the next round of distribution, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said the aid, which can be redeemed by presenting the MyKad, now also covers frozen foods.

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