From across Papua New Guinea
Prime Minister James Marape has departed the country for Solomon Islands to attend the 54th Pacific Islands Forum (PIF), which officially be opened this afternoon and will run until September 12. It is the first time Solomon Islands is hosting the regional gathering. Marape joined leaders from 15 member nations for the opening session, where […]
West Sepik Province has kicked off its Pre-Independence celebrations with a vibrant float parade showcasing the role of government departments, business houses, and community groups in Papua New Guinea’s development. The event, staged under the theme “Celebrating Unity and Diversity, Inspiring the Future,” marks the start of a week-long program leading up to the country’s […]
National Rugby League chief executive officer Andrew Abdo remains confident that Papua New Guinea will make its long-awaited entry into the competition in 2028, despite recent leadership upheavals and speculation about delays. The PNG franchise has already faced turbulence, with managing director Wapu Sonk stood down and interim CEO Andrew Hill departing to take charge […]
Leaders of the Small Island States [SIS] met in Honiara today as part of the 54th Pacific Islands Forum, stressing the need for action, unity, and stronger support for their most vulnerable communities. Outgoing SIS Chair and Federated States of Micronesia President Wesley Simina said the group must act now in order to survive. He […]
Madang residents have sent a powerful message of pride and unity by turning out in record numbers on Saturday to clean their town in preparation for Papua New Guinea’s 50th Golden Jubilee Independence Anniversary. Nearly 20 groups from schools, businesses, non-government organisations, and communities joined Governor Ramsey Pariwa and Madang Provincial Administration staff in a […]
Madang Province is bracing for a major vacuum in law enforcement after 15 of its most senior police officers, with a combined 600 years of experience, received their official retirement notices last Friday. The group, which includes one woman, has each served the Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary [RPNGC] for more than four decades. Their […]
The Papua New Guinea Forest Authority [PNGFA] has pledged its support towards promoting Special Economic Zones [SEZ] and forestry-based industrial parks, saying the sector is ready to align with the government’s development vision. Managing Director of PNGFA, John Mosoro said the authority is committed to working with the Ministry of International Trade and Investment to […]
The Papua New Guinea Lewas have touched down in Nadi, Fiji, carrying the hopes of a nation as they prepare to contest the ICC Women’s East Asia-Pacific [EAP] T20 World Cup Qualifiers. The week-long tournament is a crucial stepping stone for the national cricket team, who are vying for a coveted place at the ICC […]
The Papua New Guinea Solomon Islands Community Association in Honiara has, for the first time, hosted a pre-independence celebration ahead of PNG’s 50th Independence Anniversary on September 16. Association chairman Jorddy Tununto said the event would feature an “independence runway,” where children of mixed PNG and Solomon Islands heritage would dress in traditional costumes. Some […]
Preparations are underway for the hosting of the weeklong 54th Pacific Islands Forum leaders meeting in Honiara, Solomon Islands. This year’s theme is “Iumi Tugeda: Act now for an integrated blue Pacific. With increased geopolitical pressure on the region, these annual meetings are vital for leaders to meet and discuss common issues of climate change, […]