From across Papua New Guinea
Two conflicting tribes in the Hagen Central Electorate have signed a ceasefire agreement following a gruesome gun battle last week. The agreement was signed on Friday, at Sir Mara Haus, the Western Highlands provincial headquarters. The Jika Milakemb/Kunka Palga and Moge Engimb Andaklimb tribes, represented by their ward councilors and community leaders, agreed to the […]
A large crowd gathered at Magarima Station on Friday to witness the arrival of 10 prefabricated police houses, marking the final installment of the Hela Provincial Government’s program to construct 100 police houses this year. The broader program aims to deliver 500 houses across the province. Project Coordinator Amos Libe confirmed that other districts have […]
The Simbu Provincial Health Authority [SiPHA] has received a K5 million funding boost from the Government, aimed at improving healthcare services across the province. Health Minister Elias Kapavore presented the funding during the recent accreditation ceremony for Mingende District Hospital, as part of government’s commitment to revitalizing health services and addressing challenges in Simbu’s rugged […]
The Simbu Provincial Health Authority [SiPHA] has enhanced diagnostic services with the commissioning of a state-of-the-art ultrasound machine at Sir Joseph Nombri Memorial Kundiawa Provincial Hospital. Pauline Maua, of the SiPHA Board and Standards Committee, officially launched the machine and commended Dr. Kassi Ken, the hospital CEO, and the management team for prioritizing patient care. […]
St. Joseph Mingende Rural Hospital celebrated its 75th anniversary with official accreditation as a Level 4 District Hospital. The achievement comes after 14 years of relentless effort and commitment, bringing pride to the community the hospital has served since its establishment in 1950. Health Minister Elias Kapavore announced the accreditation, commending the strong partnership between […]
The Simbu Education Board has taken a critical step towards improving education in the province with plans to establish both a National School of Excellence [NSoE] and a Provincial School of Excellence [PSoE]. Principal Education Advisor, Kutna Bepwick, confirmed that two submissions have already been made for the establishment of the schools. The NSoE, strongly […]
Prime Minister James Marape has completed a historic maiden drive from Port Moresby to Alotau as part of his government’s Connect PNG Program. He was received by Alotau Open MP Ricky Morris at Gadaisu on Saturday afternoon. Marape says it’s 50 years in the making, and he was absolutely proud he was able to do […]
Work is now formally underway on the Kimbe Port Rehabilitation project in West New Britain Province, following a groundbreaking ceremony for the project held in Kimbe yesterday. The Australian Government is financing this program through PNG Ports Corporation to repair and modernize key infrastructure at selected ports including Kimbe, Lae, Lorengau, Kavieng, Oro Bay, Wewak […]
A quiet revolution is underway, one paved not with grand speeches but with gravel, determination, and community spirit. For the people of Lai Valley Local Level Government [LLG] in the Mendi Munihu District of Southern Highlands Province, road infrastructure is more than just a means of transport; it is the lifeline of development, the artery […]
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 […]