From across Papua New Guinea
As the country gets ready to celebrate 50 years of independence on September 16, some proud Papua New Guineans are becoming very creative in how they commemorate this important national day. Some are hoisting the national flag on their houses or fences, others have lined their streets with flags, whilst some, like the Kapen family […]
The Pacific region will, for the first time, have its very own financial fund set up to support its member countries, facing the threat of climate change. This follows the signing of the first ever Pacific Resilience Facility Treaty [PRFT] on Wednesday, in Honiara, Solomon Islands, as part of the 54th Pacific Islands Forum leaders […]
Passam National School of Excellence [NSoE] commemorated the country’s 50th Independence Anniversary as students from across Papua New Guinea took part in cultural performances. With a strong emphasis on the privilege of better literacy and strong education systems. Principal Samson Pitiki led the ceremony paying tribute to the patriots who gained PNG’s independence. Mr. Pitiki […]
In a firm message to those contemplating disruption during the 50th Independence Anniversary festivities, Assistant Commissioner of Police [Border Command], Commander Steven Francis, has issued a stern warning. Overseeing Border Command including East and West Sepik, and North and South Fly A/C Commissioner Francis emphasized that police will be vigilant and ready to act swiftly […]
Papua New Guinea and Solomon Islands have signed the updated border agreements to strengthen cooperation and make travel across the border easier to manage. Prime Minister James Marape said the two countries share deep family and cultural ties, and the new arrangements will make it easier to monitor movement across the border. “I think the […]
After months of waiting, following the deferral of polling in the country’s LLG elections this year, two containers of election materials have arrived in East New Britain province, in preparation for the polling and counting later this month. On hand to receive the containers on Tuesday September 9, at the Tomaringa police barracks was the […]
The rhythmic echoes of Garamut drums and the vibrant display of traditional artistry filled the air in Wewak today as the 20th Mambu na Garamut Festival was officially launched by Mr. Terence Moka, President of the Board of Trustees for the Papua New Guinea National Museum and Art Gallery. Held as part of the lead-up […]
As the country will be celebrating its 50th Golden Jubilee Anniversary, Cocoa Farmers in Vanimo Green District of West Sepik have a bigger reason to celebrate as their first shipment of premium cocoa from Vanimo Green District will be shipped to China tomorrow [on Friday 12th of September 2025] marking a milestone achievement in the […]
The Jiwaka Provincial Government under the Leadership of Governor Simon Kaiwi in Partnership with the National Government, and the Coffee Industry under the Ministry of Coffee Minister William Bando has presented a total of K20. 5 million to rehabilitate a total of 900 hectares of coffee blocks in Jiwaka. This presentation was made yesterday […]
The move by the Pacific Islands Forum Chair to restrict and not invite 21 forum dialogue partners has been commended by Papua New Guinea. This decision was made in the last forum leaders meeting, in Tonga – to defer the partners dialogue scheduled for this year at the PIF meeting, to 2026. The deferral of […]