The government has asked textile company Sri Rejeki Isman (Sritex) to resume production even though it was recently declared bankrupt by a Semarang court.

Central Java has recorded the most layoffs of any province this year, with 14,767 as of Sep. 26, 2024, according to the Manpower Ministry.

Oct. 2, 2024, holds deep significance as Indonesia celebrates one of its forms of cultural heritage. Recognized globally, batik remains an essential traditional Indonesian fabric that must be preserved and adapted to modern times.

The Central Java Provincial Government received a visit by a delegation from the Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce (HKGCC)'s Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC) and the Federation of Hong Kong Industries (FHKI) to discuss potential business cooperation.

For seekers of legendary culinary experiences, come visit the Sentiling Market Nostalgia Cuisines held at Metro Point in the Semarang Old Town, Central Java Province.

The 2024 Old Town Festival that takes place from Sep. 5-15, 2024 with "Heritage in Diversity" highlights the cultural diversity of Semarang City, Central Java Province by presenting elements of Javanese, Malay, Chinese, and Arabic culture. One such cultural expression is the Wayang On The Street (WOTS) Pandhawa 7 performance.

President Joko "Jokowi" Widodo inaugurated the opening of Indonesia BTR New Energy Material's anode electric battery component factory at the Kendal Special Economic Zone (SEZ) in Kendal Regency, Central Java Province on Aug. 8, 2024.

The 2024 Dieng Culture Festival (DCF) culminated with the jamasan and loc-shaving procession, a ritual that is always awaited by visitors.