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PNG into discussions with Vanuatu on ICT Cooperation

Papua New Guinea and Vanuatu have had discussions to enter into a cooperation agreement to assist each other in the Information and communication technology space. PNG’s ICT Minister Timothy Masiu made this statement following his meeting with the Vanuatu Prime Minister Charlot Salwi Tabimasmas last week in Port Villa. Prime Minister Tabimasmas looks after the […]

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TSC approves 31 teaching positions for Valupai Secondary School

The Papua New Guinea Teaching Service Commission has approved 31 teaching positions for the new Valupai Catholic Secondary School in the Talasea District of West New Britain Province. TSC Provincial Representative Vences Soweng made this known while officiating at the opening of a teacher’s house at the Valupai Junior High School, recently. Member for Talasea, […]

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Laila Foundation brings hope as many in Hela Province regain their sight

The Laila Foundation, alongside its partners, recently completed a transformative cataract outreach program in Hela Province, providing the gift of sight to over 300 individuals. This groundbreaking initiative addressed a crucial backlog of eye care needs and brought hope to the lives of over 700 patients. The team of dedicated ophthalmologists performed surgeries on patients […]

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Bougainville aids Mulitaka

The people of the Autonomous Region of Bougainville have extended their support to the landslide survivors of Mulitaka in Enga Province. Bougainville President Ishmael Toroama, accompanied by Finance and Treasury Minister Robin Wilson and Member for Nissan Constituency Didymus Kisso Napto, traveled to Wabag on Wednesday. This morning, the ABG presented a K200,000.00 cheque to […]

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PNG Solomon Islands ICT cooperation

Papua New Guinea will be assisting Solomon Islands in its Information and communication technology sector. This was among important agendas discussed during a recent meeting between the ICT ministers of the two countries in Honiara. The ICT sectors of the two countries are expected to enter into a cooperation agreement through a Memorandum of Understanding […]

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PNG into discussions with Vanuatu on ICT Cooperation

Papua New Guinea and Vanuatu have entered into a cooperation agreement to assist each other in the Information and communication technology space. PNG’s ICT Minister Timothy Masiu and Vanuatu Prime Minister Charlot Salwi Tabimasmas [Salo Sal-wai Tabi-masmas] who is also the ICT Minister held discussions yesterday [Wednesday] in Port Vila and talked about how the […]

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Starlink license under court review

The licensing of Starlink in Papua New Guinea is now under court review following criticisms by the general public. National Information and Communication Technology Authority board chairman Noel Mobiha revealed that the matter has been brought before the National Court of Justice for judicial review.   “In light of references made in traditional and social media […]

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Empowering the Future: NCD Youth Summit & Expo 2024

National Capital District is hosting a four days NCD Youth Summit and Expo 2024 for young people across the region from August 11– 14. The event brought together youths, leaders, and experts under the theme; Empowering Youths for a Better and Progressive NCD. The summit is an initiative of the NCD Governor Powes Parkop, designed […]

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Enumeration nearing completion, once completed, sychronisation to start

The country’s Census is progressing slowly because most provinces started the enumeration process late. This morning, Census Director Hajily Kele and National Statistician John Igitoi appeared on the NBC Talkback Show to explain what kind of data citizens can expect before the enumeration exercise ends. Mr. Igitoi said, “We cannot say what number we expect […]