The Hari Bersama Komuniti 2025 program was successfully organised on 20–21 September 2025, attracting an estimated 614 participants from 33 surrounding villages, including Jambu, Bongkol, Tinondukan, Telaga, Mangkapon Darat, Kandang, and others.
The event was co-organised by AFI and the Persatuan Kebajikan dan Rekreasi Pitas, to strengthen collaboration between AFI, local communities, and partner agencies through various health services, exhibitions, sports, and community-based activities.
The program received strong support from health agencies, including Kinabalu Pink Ribbon, Hospital Kota Marudu, Klinik Kesihatan Bongkol, the Pitas Blood Donation Unit, Persatuan Thalasemia Sabah, and Klinik Pergigian Pitas, which provided health screenings, awareness talks, and consultations. Service agencies such as NADI also participated by providing on-site services and outreach support.
Local entrepreneurship and craftsmanship were highlighted through exhibitions by Persatuan Kraftangan Bongkol, Persatuan Kraftangan PKB Mangkapon Darat, Persatuan Usahawan IKS Komuniti Pansuran/Malubang, and Rombung Hydro Farm, showcasing the potential of community-based economic initiatives.
Sports and recreational empowerment also played a significant role in this year’s event. To further strengthen community bonding and youth participation, the program featured football matches, a Mobile Legends e-sports competition, and a Fun Run, all of which received enthusiastic responses from participants. The football tournament saw the participation of 14 teams, with Seraya FC, an invited stakeholder team from Gerak Saga, emerging as the champion. Meanwhile, the Mobile Legends e-sports competition attracted 18 participating teams, with the title won by DVZ Tam from Bongkol.
AFI’s participation included an informative exhibition and interactive quiz focusing on Responsible Tropical Forestry (RTE), High Conservation Value (HCV), and the Grievance Mechanism. The exhibition drew encouraging engagement from participants, reflecting the community’s growing interest and understanding of AFI’s social and environmental commitments.
In his remarks, Mr. John Baxter, General Manager of AFI, expressed his appreciation to all participating agencies and community representatives for their strong support and cooperation.
“Community engagement is at the heart of AFI’s mission. Through initiatives like Hari Bersama Komuniti, we aim to strengthen mutual understanding, promote sustainability, and empower local communities to grow together with us,” he said.
The success of Hari Bersama Komuniti 2025 reflects AFI’s ongoing commitment to fostering strong partnerships with local stakeholders and promoting shared values of sustainability, health, and community well-being.
