KUALA LUMPUR (Aug 9): Growing up, Datuk Johan Rozali-Wathooth saw how acts of selflessness, service and sacrifice could change lives. The CEO of Bintang Capital Partners and active member of several social impact groups describes his journey in charity and suggests what Malaysia can do to reform the sector in this week’s cover story.

Currently, there are over 90,000 registered organisations overseen by multiple separate laws and authorities.“I think it’s high time we had a Charities Act. Part of the challenge is that it’s an inter-agency issue, because there are so many different ministries,” he says. “My personal view is that if you have a ministry or commission for welfare, with a specific act that gives it locus standi, it sets a very clear standard that all charities must adhere to.”

From promoting purposeful travel through Beautiful Destinations to inspiring life beyond the screen, Panerai global ambassador Jeremy Jauncey considers what it means to walk the world and leave it better than he found it. “What connected us was the notion of going out, challenging yourself physically and mentally, meeting impressive individuals and trying to leave some positive impact behind,” remarks the lifestyle entrepreneur.

Euro summer is in full swing, and there is no better way to spend it than cruising around the Mediterranean as Royal Caribbean's new ship, Legend of the Seas, proves. The new Icon class vessel officially welcomed its first vacationers last month. During this season, it will sail between Barcelona and Rome, with stops in Spain, France and Italy. On board, passengers can explore over 40 F&B options alongside world-class entertainment, including an enthralling musical take on Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.

Read more in the Aug 10 issue of The Edge Malaysia weekly.

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