From across Papua New Guinea
Air Niugini is pleased to announce the permanent appointment of Gary Seddon as Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Mr. Seddon has been serving in an acting capacity. Following a comprehensive selection process conducted by the shareholder, Kumul Consolidated Holdings [KCH], he has now been confirmed by the National Executive Council [NEC] as the permanent CEO. […]
Prime Minister James Marape has conveyed his appreciation to Papua New Guineans for putting on an excellent reception for the Pope over the weekend in Port Moresby. He urged that this similar conduct be carried forward long-term so the country could experience more peace among its citizens. “I want to ask our people, as I […]
East Sepik Governor Allan Bird has denied speculations of his defection from the Opposition and formation of another camp. The Governor was the former nominee for alternate PM in the initial motion for the VONC in August. With two days away to the much anticipated vote of no confidence on Thursday, lobbying and camps are […]
A female youth has highlighted struggles faced by the young people of this country, asking for Pope Francis prayers. Bernadette Turmoni, represented the Catholic youths this morning to speak on their behalf, when meeting with the Holy Father this morning at the Sir John Guise stadium before his departure. Pope Francis has always had a […]
Prime Minister James Marape today farewelled Pope Francis at Jackson’s International Airport. Prior to the departure of Pope Francis, the Prime Minister attended a mass gathering of youth at the Sir John Guise Stadium with the Pope this morning, before bidding goodbye to the Head of the Vatican at 12midday. The Pontiff is heading to […]
A Pope Francis ends the four-day visit to Papua New Guinea this morning and appreciates the overwhelming crowd of catholic faithful and other denomination for turning up in numbers. Before departure, all clergymen, ordained by the Catholic Church for duties were encouraged by Pope Francis to continue their missionary work. These Clergies, not only from […]
Over a total of over twenty-thousand catholic faithful youths turned up at the Sir John Guise Stadium this morning to have a special encounter with Pope Francis prior to his departure. This morning was the Holy Father’s final day of his historic visit and was happy to address the youths around 9:45am. The Holy Father […]
Papua New Guinea’s governor general Sir Bob Dadae was full of praise for the Catholic church, pointing the contributions in the growth of the country. Sir Bob when addressing his holiness Pope Francis, said the Catholic Church was amongst the key development partners of the government in service delivery in PNG. “Our government recognizes the […]
His holiness Pope Francis says spiritual values can influence better development outcomes in the society. A country with at least 800 languages and thousands of tribal groups, Pope believes Papua New Guinea can be united by strong Christian ethics to attract change in the societies. “An abundance of material goods is not enough to give […]
The visit by the Head of the Catholic Church Pope Francis comes at a time when the country is in need of hope, healing and unity. Deputy Prime Minister John Rosso stated this , after receiving His Holiness at the Jackson ‘s International APEC terminal last night. ” His Holiness has always been a beacon […]