Having once championed an economic initiative for the Malay community that ultimately remained an unrealised dream, veteran journalist Raman Daud continues to hold high hopes for the community’s future. With over three decades of experience in journalism, he reflects on his involvement in KEMAS, the profound influence of the late Malay scholar Pendeta Cikgu Ariff Ahmad, and his growing concerns over the preservation of the Malay language and culture.In this episode of KitorangSG, Raman shares stories of his struggles and sacrifices, while delivering a powerful reminder — that no matter how successful we become, we must never forget our cultural roots and our responsibility towards the community.
Pernah memperjuangkan gagasan ekonomi Melayu yang akhirnya tinggal sebagai impian, wartawan veteran, Encik Raman Daud masih menyimpan harapan besar terhadap masa depan masyarakatnya. Selepas lebih tiga dekad dalam dunia kewartawanan, beliau mengimbas perjuangan KEMAS, pengaruh besar Allahyarham Pendeta Cikgu Ariff Ahmad serta kebimbangannya terhadap kedudukan bahasa dan budaya Melayu.Dalam episod KitorangSG kali ini, Encik Raman berkongsi kisah perjuangan dan pengorbanannya, sambil menyampaikan satu pesanan tegas — jangan sampai kejayaan membuat kita lupa akan akar budaya dan tanggungjawab terhadap masyarakat sendiri.
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