Indonesia Guide

A crescent Moon appeared alongside the bright planet Venus across skies over western Indonesia on Monday evening, 14 September 2026, creating a visible astronomical event that was observed in areas including Bogor, Jakarta, Cirebon and Tanggamus Regency in Lampung. The phenomenon, known as a Moon-Venus conjunction, was visible after sunset as the two celestial bodies […]

For expats living in Indonesia, shopping malls can be a useful part of everyday life. Jakarta’s malls are not only places to shop.  Jakarta has a shopping mall for almost every need, from luxury shopping and international brands to family entertainment, dining and everyday essentials. Some of the city’s most popular malls are concentrated in […]

Gili Trawangan, one of Lombok’s most popular tourist destinations, is facing a clean water crisis after the island’s water supply was cut off, prompting the North Lombok Regency Government to ask PT Tiara Cipta Nirwana (TCN) to resume operations while its licensing process is completed. The water supply was reportedly stopped by PT TCN on […]

Looking for upcoming concerts in Jakarta? September 2026 brings a busy schedule of concerts, K-pop performances, fan meetings and music festivals across Jakarta and nearby areas. The line-up includes international artists such as The Weeknd, K-pop acts including MAMAMOO, U-Know Yunho and Tiffany Young, as well as Indonesian artists performing at major music events. Several […]

Cats are often seen as independent animals, but their behaviour can change significantly when they lose someone they are closely attached to. A recent video circulating on social media has drawn attention to this bond, showing an Indonesian cat staying beside its deceased owner. The video, shared by TikTok account @pakc00y, shows a black-and-white cat […]

Indonesia’s largest lifestyle and food and beverage ecosystem, ISMAYA Group, made a notable appearance at IDEAFEST 2026. Running from 4 to 6 September at the Jakarta Convention Centre, the 15th edition of the creative festival served as the stage for ISMAYA to reveal its renewed spirit and visual identity to the public. Moving beyond a […]

The Ministry of Forestry has confirmed the death of Sempurna, a Bornean orangutan who was found unconscious and suffering from severe respiratory distress in Ketapang Regency, West Kalimantan. Authorities suspect that exposure to smoke from forest and land fires contributed to the animal’s condition, which later developed into acute hypoxia and cardiovascular dysfunction. Murlan Dameria […]

An Algerian national was evacuated from Lake Sunter in North Jakarta after spending several hours in the water and reportedly claiming he was performing a spiritual ritual. The man, identified by the initials BZ, 30, was found in the middle of Lake Sunter in Sunter Jaya, Tanjung Priok, on Sunday evening (30 August 2026). His […]

Indonesian horror is set to return to the international spotlight with Satan’s Slaves: Origin, the international title for Pengabdi Setan 3: Origin. The third film in Joko Anwar’s acclaimed horror franchise has officially entered production and is scheduled for a theatrical release in 2027. The film follows Pengabdi Setan (2017) and Pengabdi Setan 2: Communion […]

September is a great time to meet new people, build professional connections and become more involved in the expat community in Jakarta. As the month gets underway, Social Expat is bringing together a varied programme of community events designed for expats and locals who want to socialise, network and make new connections. From singles nights […]