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Traditional barter system revived in Aitape
The traditional barter system, once central to life between coastal and inland communities, was revived in Aitape as a highlight of Papua New Guinea’s 50th Independence Anniversary celebrations.
Jiwaka Show shines in PNG’s 50th Independence celebrations
The inaugural Jiwaka Show, staged on Tuesday in Minj to commemorate Papua New Guinea’s 50th Independence Anniversary, has been hailed as one of the finest celebrations ever hosted in the province.
Makiba commends Magarima for colorful 50th Independence celebrations
Magarima MP and Minister for Bougainville Affairs, Manase Makiba, has praised his people for hosting a successful commemoration of Papua New Guinea’s 50th Independence Anniversary.
Children steal the show as Aitape-Lumi celebrates PNG’s 50 years of Independence
The future of Papua New Guinea took center stage yesterday in Aitape Lumi, where children dressed in colorful cultural attire stole hearts during a baby-show, which was the highlight of the district’s 50th Independence Anniversary celebrations.
Nine PNG athletes selected for team Melanesia
The Oceania Athletic Association has named a team of 19 athletes, including nine from Papua New Guinea, to represent Melanesia at the Oceania Cup, which will be held in Nuku’alofa, Tonga, from October 30-31.
Magarima youths appeal for mass ‘Gun Surrender Program’
As Papua New Guinea embarks on its journey into the next 50 years of independence, celebrations in the Magarima District took an impressive turn, displaying an important call for peace and disarmament.
Saroa urges next generation of PNG to build on 50-year legacy
As Papua New Guinea celebrated it's 50th Independence Anniversary, one of the prominent lawyer’s Nelson Saroa urged young Papua New Guineans to draw inspiration from their elders and actively contribute to nation-building.
PNG and Australia sign Pukpuk Treaty communique
Papua New Guinea and Australia have agreed on the text of a Mutual Defence Treaty, called the Pukpuk Treaty, which will be signed following Cabinet processes in both countries.
Lewas deliver Independence gift with T-20 victory in Fiji
The Papua New Guinea women’s cricket team, the PNG Lewas, celebrated the nation’s 50th Independence Anniversary in style after defeating Vanuatu by nine wickets to win the ICC Women’s T-20 East Asia-Pacific Qualifier in Suva.
Wau Waria dazzles in color, gold medals and tributes to PNG’s 50th Independence
The people of Wau Waria District gathered in a sea of red, black and gold to mark Papua New Guinea’s Independence, turning the occasion into a vibrant spectacle of unity, remembrance and pride.