KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 18 — The RM16 billion allocation for the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) financial aid under Budget 2027 has been described as a vital lifeline for recipients managing their monthly expenses.
When tabling Budget 2027 on October 9, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the increased allocation allows nine million STR recipients to receive SARA assistance of up to RM150 a month, or RM1,800 a year.
One recipient, Nor Azura Ismail, 42, said the increased allocation will ease the burden on low-income households managing family expenses, particularly the cost of essential items such as rice, cooking oil and eggs.
“This assistance helps reduce my monthly expenses significantly. Although it does not cover all my expenses, it at least eases the financial burden and helps me manage my family’s needs better.
