From across Papua New Guinea
Papua New Guinea’s youth bulge estimated at around 66 percent of the population has been identified as a critical issue that the government must address through proper planning and policy. In response, the Department of National Planning and Monitoring is advancing the National Compulsory Service Policy, a framework for 2025–2035 now undergoing regional consultations. This […]
A powerful display of community-driven development has seen the local alluvial miners in the new Wau-Waria District fund and launch the construction of roads as highways, linking the villages within the Wau part of the district. Last weekend, another groundbreaking ceremony marked the official launching of roadworks for yet another highway that’ll link the Misisbooth […]
Papua New Guinea is likely to be grey listed by the Financial Action Task Force [FATF] by February next year. That’s according to the Chairman of the Anti-Money Laundering /Counter Terrorist Financing-National Coordinating Committee, Dr Eric Kwa. In an exclusive interview with this newsroom, Dr Kwa says although the committee is working hard to meet […]
Papua New Guineans will begin using the newly designed K50 note and 50 toea coin tomorrow, issued by the Bank of Papua New Guinea to commemorate the nation’s 50th Independence Anniversary. According to the Central Bank, two million K50 notes and 2.5 million 50t coins will enter circulation immediately. The new K50 note retains the […]
Member for Maprik, Libert Kapris, has delivered major support to health and education services in the district, while also leading reconciliation efforts to restore community harmony. During his visit last Friday, Kapris, through the Maprik District Development Authority [DDA], presented two fully equipped Land Cruiser ambulances to improve health care delivery in remote areas. The […]
As the PNG National Women’s cricket team prepares for the Women’s East Asia Pacific World Cup Qualifiers in Fiji starting September 7, 2025, much of the team’s competitive edge will come from the strength and conditioning expertise of Coach Anthea Murray. Working alongside head coach Mahuru Dai, Murray is ensuring the players are physically prepared […]
Jiwaka Provincial Health Authority has achieved a 90% coverage in its ongoing Polio Outbreak Response Oral Polio Vaccine [nOPV2] campaign, vaccinating 99,656 children under 10 years out of a target population of 110,334. Andreas Pruu, Advocacy and Communication Manager for Jiwaka PHA, said the province had reached 88.3% coverage as of August 25, placing second […]
30 years after graduating, the 1995 pioneer students of Fatima Secondary School have returned to make a lasting impact by installing a full solar power system to provide uninterrupted electricity for the school. The initiative, funded entirely by the alumni group, cost nearly K30,000 and includes 32 solar panels generating over 3,000 volts. The system […]
Papua New Guinea’s Barramundis came close but fell short against Kuwait, losing by 4 wickets in a thrilling encounter at the Farmers Cricket Club Ground in St Martin during their ICC CWC Challenge League A 2024–26 campaign, on Monday. Batting first, PNG struggled to build a competitive total, being bowled out for 148 in 35.2 […]
Yokua Primary School in Watut Ward, Bulolo District, is marking its 50th anniversary with more than just a celebration but hosting a reconciliation ceremony aimed at healing old wounds and paving the way for a brighter future. The milestone coincides with Papua New Guinea’s 50th independence anniversary, making the occasion even more symbolic. The remote […]