Kuala Lumpur: The passing of Berita Harian (BH) Assistant Entertainment News Editor, Raja Nurfatimah Mawar Mohamed, today is a significant loss to Malaysian journalism, particularly in the field of entertainment reporting. Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil, in a Facebook post, expressed his sadness over the news and extended his condolences to Raja Nurfatimah’s family and the BH team.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Fahmi stated, “Innalillahi wainna ilaihi raji’un. May Allah SWT bless her soul, forgive her sins, and place her among the righteous.” He acknowledged her as a highly respected media practitioner, well regarded by colleagues and peers in the industry.

Raja Nurfatimah, aged 49, reportedly died at her home in Sungai Long, Kajang, after complaining of chest pain and breathing difficulties at around 2pm. With over 30 years of experience in journalism, she was a prominent and familiar figure in the local entertainment media scene.

Her body was taken to Kajang Hospital for a post-mortem and is expected to be laid to rest in her hometown of Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu.