From across Papua New Guinea
A total of K17.7 million has been committed to Papua New Guinea to implement a comprehensive, multi-faceted strategy aimed at improving labour governance, legal reforms, social protections, and wage-setting mechanisms. Labour and Industrial Relations Minister Kessy Sawang says the government is determined to create decent jobs, fairer working conditions, and better wages for all workers. […]
For the first time, the Jiwaka Provincial Government has allocated over K2.4 million from its 2024 internal revenue to support tertiary students with tuition fees. A total of K2, 414, 000 has been distributed under the province’s School Fee Assistance Program to 1,207 Jiwaka students enrolled in nine universities and tertiary institutions across the country. […]
Rumors that ballot papers of the Kabwum by-election will be hijacked has been dismissed. Security has been beefed up and strengthened to ensure polling proceeds as ordered by the Supreme court. Speaking to NBC News, the Morobe Elections Manager Simon Soheke confirmed that polling has entered its second day for the Selepet Local Level Government […]
The Autonomous Bougainville Government [ABG] has inked a landmark USD $4.19 million [K16.9 million] contract with global software firm FreeBalance Inc. to overhaul its public financial management system. The new system will advance transparency and service delivery across the region. Signed last week by the ABG Chief Secretary, Kearneth Nanei and FreeBalance Asia-Pacific Director, Ferdinand […]
The Opposition says any changes to its leadership role will be announced by Speaker of National Parliament , after rumours of a leaked letter on social media suggesting for a change. Opposition Leader Douglas Tomuriesa when responding to NBC News , confirmed he is aware of the leaked letter that says Chuave MP James Nomane […]
Papua New Guinea are one step closer to retaining their OFC Women’s Nations Cup title after edging hosts Fiji 2-1 in a thrilling semi-final clash at HFC Stadium in Suva. Ericson Komeng’s side displayed cohesion and control throughout the match, bolstered by seven starters from Hekari United Women’s FC. Their chemistry on the pitch proved […]
The Porgera-Paiela Electorate in Enga Province is finalizing preparations ahead of polling tomorrow, with nearly 68,000 eligible voters expected to cast their ballots. The newly created electorate has been without a representative since the passing of its inaugural Member of Parliament, the late Maso Karipe, nearly two years ago. Following the candidate briefing held yesterday, […]
Police in Alotau claim to know the identities of the perpetrators of last week’s armed holdup and attack of foreign employees of a construction company attached to the Gurney Airport upgrade works in Alotau. Provincial Police Commander chief inspector Benjamin Kua this week, confirmed they have reliable intelligence on the four suspects and will be […]
A wave of excitement swept through New Ireland Province yesterday evening, with the arrival of popular Kenyan content creator Diana Daisy Gau, who touched down just in time with New Zealand’s High Commissioner’s team. She arrived from Kokopo ENB province. The vibrant African influencer, known for her travel and lifestyle videos on social media, quickly […]
Thirty [30] police officers from Southern Highlands Province [SHP] were deployed to Enga yesterday to support local police in ensuring security during the Porgera-Paiela by-election. Acting Provincial Police Commander Chief Superintendent Epense Nili briefed the deployment team prior to their departure from Mendi, urging them to uphold discipline and carry out their duties professionally. Commander […]