Category: Development EN

In conjunction with World Water Day 2025, the Consumers’ Association of Penang (CAP) urges the government to take serious action regarding the increasingly critical water crisis faced by consumers in the country, especially those living in rural areas. CAP’s survey found that, apart from frequent disruptions and contamination of piped water supply for daily use, the agricultural sector,...

Every year on March 20, the world observes the International Day of Happiness or World Happiness Day. This year’s theme, “Caring and Sharing” reminds us that lasting happiness comes from caring for each other, feeling connected and being part of something bigger. On this day dedicated to joy, kindness, and emotional well-being, it’s good to pause and reflect on what truly brings joy and...

This World Consumer Rights Day, we highlight your rights as a consumer and the importance of a just transition to sustainable lifestyles. As consumers, we have 8 fundamental rights: > Right to Basic Needs – the right to access essential goods and services necessary for survival, including adequate food, clothing, shelter, healthcare, education and sanitation > Right to Safety – the...

This #WorldConsumerRightsDay, the Consumers’ Association of Penang joins the global consumer movement to call for a just transition to #sustainablelifestyles. Together, we spotlight the need and roadmap to make sustainable choices available, affordable, and accessible – for people and the planet. Read more: #ConsumerRights #WCRD2025 #SustainableLifestyles #JustTransition  

The Consumers' Association of Penang (CAP) is very concerned about the impacts of the East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) project. The primary consideration of the Transport Ministry and Malaysia Rail Link Sdn Bhd when planning the ECRL routes is cost, rather than the habitats of wildlife, which are being disturbed to the extent that animals are forced to leave their natural environment. CAP has...