From across Papua New Guinea
The Western Provincial Health Authority [WPHA] will roll out a province-wide catch-up immunisation campaign next month to address low vaccination rates among infants. Recent health data revealed that only 35 per cent of the estimated 15,300 children under one year old in Western are fully vaccinated. The campaign will target children who missed routine doses […]
PNG Power Limited [PPL] is currently generating only 25 per cent of the electricity required to supply its primary grid in Port Moresby and the Central province, triggering widespread blackouts across the region. The state-owned power utility has been forced to implement continuous load shedding as a safety measure during an extended dry season. The […]
Water PNG has announced emergency water rationing in Lorengau, Manus, following a significant decline in surface water levels caused by the prolonged dry season. In a public notice issued on Tuesday, the company stated that the surface water intake had fallen to critically low levels, resulting in insufficient raw water entering its treatment system. According […]
A total of 23 children are among 58 victims displaced by Sorcery Accusation-Related Violence [SARV] who have received essential food, accommodation, and logistical assistance from the PNG Tribal Foundation to attend court hearings in Kundiawa and Port Moresby. The PNG Tribal Foundation continues to support families affected by SARV who have been forced to flee […]
The Investment Promotion Authority [IPA] has signed a Memorandum of Understanding [MoU] with Santos Limited to design and deliver training programs aimed at boosting compliance and corporate governance for landowner companies and small businesses in resource areas. The agreement targets landowner company [landco] contractors and Small and Medium Enterprises [SMEs] operating within Santos project-impacted areas […]
Communities in the Hayapuga local level government [LLG] of Tari-Pori district are turning the page on years of devastating tribal conflict, driving a rebuilding effort backed by new church infrastructure, education projects, and a local financial inclusion drive. Having stood as pillars of unity and peace restoration during times of unrest, churches in the area […]
East Sepik Provincial Health Authority [ESPHA] is among the top 10 performing Provincial Health Authorities in Papua New Guinea. This is according to the 2025 Sector Performance Annual Review [SPAR] of the National Department of Health [NDoH]. East Sepik PHA was one of the least performing PHAs in the country ranking second last out of […]
Heavy rainfall in West Sepik has once again highlighted the ongoing challenges faced by commuters along the Vanimo West Coast Highway, with floodwaters covering several low-level culvert crossings and bringing traffic to a standstill. During periods of heavy rain, floodwaters quickly rise above the culvert crossings, making it impossible for most vehicles to pass safely. […]
The National Airports Corporation [NAC] and transport provider ODESH Limited have clarified public discussions surrounding the selection of taxi operators at Jackson’s International Airport, following pushback and online videos from unselected operators. NAC said the introduction of the new taxi arrangement was necessary to manage temporary space constraints caused by ongoing extension and refurbishment works […]
South Pacific Brewery has backed the upcoming 2026 Enga Cultural Show with a sponsorship of K5,000 to assist the organizers with event preparations. The annual cultural event, which showcases the rich heritage and traditions of Enga Province, will take place from August 7-9 in Wabag town. SP Brewery Highlands Region External Affairs Manager Luke Beliga […]