06 Dec 2024

Deep Dive With News Feature on JAKI

by:Suci Zulkaridha

Editor:Ramdan Malik Batubara, Aditya Gagat Hanggara, Amira Sofa

06 Dec 2024

If you’re a loyal JAKI (Jakarta Kini) user, you’ve likely noticed a familiar notification pop up almost daily. That’s the “News” feature in action—one of JAKI’s core features designed to keep you informed about everything happening in Jakarta.

From updates on affordable food prices, weather forecasts, and health news, to insights on education, entertainment, and official reports from various Regional Apparatus—this feature has it all. With just one tap, you gain access to a wealth of timely information, making it your go-to source for staying in the loop about Jakarta.

How to Access News Feature on JAKI

If you’ve been accessing the “News” feature through notifications so far, let’s learn how to access it directly through the JAKI app! Follow these simple steps:

  1. Open the JAKI app or download it first from the 
Google Play Storeor Apple App Store

  1. Tap the “News” feature on the homepage.

Getting to Know News Feature in JAKI


  1. Scroll through the "News" page to see a list of news items.

  1. Click the “See More” button for a wider variety of news options.

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  1. Scroll down and read your favorite articles.

What’s Inside the “News” Feature?

Once you’ve entered the “News” feature, you’ll discover a rich variety of information neatly organized into different segments. From the latest happenings in Jakarta to must-know updates, each section is regularly refreshed to keep you informed. Let’s dive into these segments and uncover what they offer!

  1. Heavy Rain, Lightning, or Thunderstorm Early Warnings

Recently, Jakarta has been experiencing frequent heavy rain, lightning, and thunderstorms. To avoid disruptions to your activities, it’s important to keep informed about the latest weather updates. In this segment, you are not only see the time of the weather alert but also the areas where rain is likely to occur. You’re also encouraged to report any waterlogging to the 13 DKI Jakarta Provincial Government Complaint Channels.

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  1. Free Events in Jakarta This Week

Living in Jakarta with its hustle and bustle, sometimes you need a bit of entertainment to keep you energized. Jakarta offers many events and activities that you can join with your family and friends. Best of all, many of these events are free! Information on these events, along with transport access and further details via links, is available in the "News" feature.


 

3. JSC Articles of the Week
This weekly segment, published every Saturday, is a favorite among Jaja Kiki users. With one to three articles per week, you can gain a wealth of knowledge and the latest information about Jakarta to stay up to date with city life.

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  1. Pa’Mur (Affordable Foodstuffs)

A favorite segment for households and students! This bi-weekly program from Perumda Pasar Jaya provides information on food product promotions available at Pasar Jaya partner stores. It’s definitely worth checking out, and a great opportunity to shop for affordable food!

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  1. Information on Transport, Social Assistance, Education, Health, and Other Government Programs

The DKI Jakarta Provincial Government offers various programs and services to its residents, including social assistance for the elderly and disabled, public transportation options to ease mobility, health services like vaccinations and immunizations, and educational support. You don’t have to search elsewhere—just open the "News" feature to access all the details.

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  1. Route Changes, Odd-Even System Cancellations, and Road Closures

As a busy metropolis, Jakarta’s mobility is an important consideration. On certain occasions, the city may implement route diversions, cancel the odd-even traffic rule, or close certain roads. It’s essential to stay informed about these changes to keep your activities running smoothly. The "News" feature regularly shares such updates two to three days in advance, so you can plan accordingly.

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  1. Health Tips and Other Popular Topics

Good health is a key to living life optimally. That’s why it’s important to maintain immunity and stay disease-free. The "News" feature provides daily health tips sourced from the DKI Jakarta Provincial Health Department’s social media accounts. In addition to health-related content, you can find tips on various other trending topics relevant to the community.

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Search, Like, Save, and Share Features

With so much information available, you can easily find what you need using the search bar. Just type in a keyword and related news articles will appear, like when searching for "Events."

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If you can’t find the news you’re looking for, you can send inquiries to smartcity@jakarta.go.id for more detailed information.

Like other media platforms, you can also like, save, and share content from the "News" feature on social media. Here’s how:

  1. Open a news article you’re interested in.
  2. Scroll down to the end of the article, where you’ll find social media icons and options to like, save, or share.
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Saved news articles can be found in the “Saved News” section of the feature.

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Getting to Know News Feature in JAKI

That’s a glimpse of what the “News” feature on the JAKI superapp has to offer—a wealth of benefits for Jakarta’s residents, all in one place. Have you experienced the convenience yet? From breaking updates to practical tips, which type of information do you find the most valuable?

Don’t miss out! Enable notifications today and let JAKI’s “News” feature keep you informed about everything happening in Jakarta. Stay ahead, stay connected!
 

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