Water supply restored to Nagamizuha village in Eastern Highlands

BSP Chairman Robert Bradshaw officiating at the water supply project at Nagamizuha village in Goroka, while GROUP CEO Mark Robinson and Board Member Frank Bouraga look on (Image: Supplied)

For more than three years, the people of Nagamizuha near Goroka Town, Eastern Highlands used containers to fetch water from streams to meet their daily needs for drinking, cooking, and sanitation.

Home to over 1,920 residents and families, Nagamizuha was devastated by the tragic events of September 2022. The aftermath left the entire village in ruins — homes were destroyed, essential services disrupted, and most critically, access to clean water was completely cut off.

Through BSP’s Community Project Initiative, staff from the Goroka Branch worked closely with the village to restore this vital service of water.

The project not only provides clean drinking water but also supports healthy living, restores dignity, and strengthens the foundation for a brighter future.

At the official handover ceremony, BSP Group CEO Mark Robinson said the project would touch every aspect of life in the village.

“This water supply will serve families, children, elders, and even livestock whilst improving health and support daily living."

BSP Group Chairman Robert Bradshaw reaffirmed BSP’s commitment to communities across PNG.

“The Nagamizuha project is part of our 50for50 – Givim Bek campaign, where we are investing K2.5 million into 50 community-driven projects nationwide, each worth K50,000 and it is our way of creating lasting change and celebrating PNG’s 50th Independence Anniversary, " he said.