Merdeka Award

Heart treatment isn’t something people should have to travel far for.

Over time, Malaysia has built the ability to treat complex conditions closer to home, changing what families go through, and what outcomes look like.

The work of Tan Sri Dato’ Dr. Yahya Awang is part of that journey, helping shape a system where care is more accessible for Malaysians.

Because where you get treated can make all the difference. This is the legacy of innovation for good.

Explore his full story and impact at merdekaaward.my

Behind every doctor is a foundation built through training, discipline, and access to the right learning environment.

Dr. Rasyidah Rehir, Recipient of the Merdeka Award Grant 2025, is advancing anatomical education in Malaysia through innovations in cadaveric preservation and ethical body donation.

Her work focuses on strengthening how future doctors are trained with more realistic, hands-on learning that ultimately improves patient care.

This is her story.

We often think we know what a heart attack looks like. But in reality, many signs are missed or misunderstood.

That’s why early detection matters more than ever.

Do you think most Malaysians are aware of the real warning signs?

Stay with us. We’ll be sharing the story of a Malaysian who helped change this.

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Akses kepada pendidikan bukan sesuatu yang berlaku secara kebetulan. Ia terbentuk melalui keputusan yang strategik dan usaha yang berterusan.

Apa yang kita lihat hari ini adalah hasil daripada asas yang telah dibina sejak dahulu, dan kesannya dapat dirasai bersama sehingga hari ini.

Nota: Video ini dihasilkan menggunakan AI

Discovery is just the start.
What matters is who it reaches.

On World Health Day, the call is clear: and ensure innovation works for our people.

This quarter, we explore Health & Technology with Purpose, highlighting Malaysians solving real healthcare challenges.

The future of learning is digital, but more importantly, it must be inclusive.

Samuel Isaiah, recipient of the Anugerah Harapan Merdeka 2022, has shown how digital tools combined with community support and mentorship can transform classrooms and expand opportunity.

Currently, he continues to champion national reform as the Executive Director of Pemimpin, where he empowers school leaders throughout Malaysia to drive meaningful change.

Because digital literacy is not just about skills. It is about confidence. It is about access. It is about charting Malaysia’s future.

This is the very spirit the Merdeka Award seeks to uphold.

Explore more inspiring stories at www.merdekaaward.my
and follow us as we continue celebrating Malaysians shaping the nation.

What does it take to be a global leader?

The Merdeka Award Trust celebrates the exceptional individuals who put Malaysia on the map. We aren’t just looking at past achievements; we are investing in the future of Malaysians across a variety of categories to build a stronger, more resilient nation.

Which industry do you think will put Malaysia on the global stage next?