Stories from Palembang · Indonesia

The economy of Palembang grew by 5.8 percent. The city government inaugurated the Bukit Kecil Market as a driver for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (UMKM).

A magnitude 6.2 earthquake has struck near Sumatra. No immediate reports of damage or casualties were available. The earthquake occurred at 2:44 AM near Sumatra at coordinates 10.1S and 119.5E, according to MET Malaysia data.

This development follows a reported economic growth rate of 5.8 percent in the region.

This development is part of an effort to drive local economic growth, which has reached 5.8 percent.

The Palembang city government inaugurated the Bedug Bukit Kecil market to stimulate MSME growth. Local economic data indicates a growth rate of 5.8 percent for the region.

This development is cited as a primary driver for the local economy's 5.8 percent growth rate. Local government officials inaugurated the Bukit Kecil Bedug Market to support micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs).

The Palembang city government inaugurated the Bukit Kecil Bedug Market to stimulate small and medium enterprise growth. Economic data indicates the regional economy grew by 5.8 percent. The initiative aims to position the market as a primary driver for local MSMEs.

The Palembang municipal government reported an economic growth rate of 5.8 percent.

The Palembang city government has inaugurated the Bukit Kecil Bedug Market to stimulate MSME growth. This development follows a reported 5.8 percent economic growth rate for the region.

The Palembang embarkation has dispatched 2,210 Hajj pilgrims, including officials, to Medina. The departure is expected to be officiated by Urhanudin, the head of the Palembang office for the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah. Nine Hajj pilgrim groups from Indramayu were released to the Hajj dormitory on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. The groups are scheduled to depart for Mecca on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, via Kertajati International Airport in Majalengka. Urhanudin from the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah stated there are nine groups from Indramayu departing in two waves for the 2026 Hajj season. The group includes medical staff, religious officials, and health workers. Officials noted a increase in the quota compared to previous years. Special attention is being given to 25 elderly priority pilgrims aged over 81.