Anwar acknowledges complaints about Tuju, urges users to be patient

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says national security takes precedence over complaints about the government’s ban on Waze for civil servants, while urging Malaysians to be patient with local navigation app Tuju as its developer works to improve the service. — Bernama pic

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Summary

• Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim addressed concerns regarding the local navigation app Tuju amid a government ban on Waze for civil servants, highlighting the importance of national security.
• He acknowledged the app's shortcomings but urged users to be patient as improvements are underway, advising against harsh criticism of the developer.

By Syed Jaymal Zahiid

First Published: Friday, 23 Oct 2026 3:26 PM MYT

AMPANG, Oct 23 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today acknowledged complaints about local navigation app Tuju but urged users to be patient as its developer works to improve the service, amid the government’s ban on Waze for civil servants.

“If this ban has been bothersome, I apologise. But to me national security is more important,” he told reporters after performing Friday prayers here.

“I feel our own people shouldn’t (criticise Tuju’s developer) harshly. I know the app may have weaknesses but you can always use other apps. Be patient.”