From across Papua New Guinea
Police Minister Peter Tsiamalili Jr says the conviction of former Deputy Finance Secretary Jacob Yafai is a landmark moment for justice, saying it paves the way for police to recover K41.8 million stolen from public funds. Tsiamalili commended the National Court, the Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary [RPNGC], and the Office of the Public Prosecutor […]
Former Chief Executive Officer of Sinasina-Yongomugl District, Obert Waure, has accused his local MP, Kerenga Kua, of acting unprofessionally in removing him from office, saying the decision lacked due process and transparency. However, Kerenga Kua, who is the Chairman of the District Development Authority [DDA], has stood by his actions, insisting the termination was necessary […]
Justice Graham Ellis has granted a four-day extension to finalise a peace agreement over the recent tribal fight in the Wapenmanda District, which was originally due today. The extension follows a letter appointing Deputy Provincial Administrator for Social Services, Henry Kapao, and Chief Superintendent Joseph Tondop as mediators. The court ordered that Danny Katie, representing […]
Brisbane Broncos premiership heroes will bring their NRL and NRLW trophies to Papua New Guinea this weekend, giving local fans a rare chance to celebrate with some of the biggest names in rugby league. The three-day trophy tour will see NRL stars Adam Reynolds, Ben Hunt, and Ezra Mam, along with NRLW counterparts Romy Teitzel, […]
Prime Minister James Marape has revealed that more than K56 billion has been spent by the Government over the past six years and has called on all public servants and leaders to show results for the money used. Speaking at the launch of the Reset PNG@50 plan at the University of Papua New Guinea today, […]
Prime Minister James Marape today launched the Reset PNG@50 blueprint in Port Moresby, calling on Papua New Guineans to reflect on the past 50 years of independence and work together to build a stronger and fairer nation. Mr Marape said the program will help the country look back at what has been achieved since independence […]
The former Deputy Secretary for Finance, Jacob Yafai has been sentenced to 22 years in prison with hard labor for misusing public funds. Mr. Yafai was found guilty of misappropriating K41.8 million paid to Paul Paraka Lawyers. Chief Justice Sir Gibbs Salika handed down the sentence at the Waigani National Court, ordering Yafai to serve […]
In a recent visit to Hela province, Prime Minister James Marape said the greatest legacy he wishes to leave behind for the next generation of Hela Province is quality education. Speaking at the opening and handover of three brand-new staff houses at the Hope Institute in Tari, the Prime Minister said material possessions such as […]
Sports can be used as a tool to create awareness, and Cricket PNG has been using the sport of cricket to create awareness. In a statement released today by Cricket PNG, the sport says it proudly stands in solidarity with the global and national movement for Pinktober 2025 Cancer Awareness Month. Cricket PNG used the […]
Milne Bay’s iconic annual National Kenu and Kundu Festival for this year has been cancelled. Three weeks short of the event held every first weekend of November, a notice was released via social media advicing it would not be staged this year. Chairman Habona Tasman stated the decision stemmed from a hefty K400,000 debt they […]