Delivering medical supplies across Papua New Guinea poses challenges due to the country’s rugged terrain and security issues, but despite these obstacles, the National Department of Health (NDoH) has completed the distribution of critical Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to 22 Provincial Health Authority (PHA) hospitals.
In late 2024, PHA hospitals experienced urgent PPE shortages which led to supplies stored in Port Moresby warehouse distributed through a partnership between the NDoH and Post PNG Ltd with deliveries set for December.
By February of this year 2025, all 22 hospitals had received supplies, thanks to funding from the World Bank Pacific supported NDoH COVID-19 Emergency Response Project.
As of today, Post PNG Limited had successfully completed the deliveries, ensuring all 22 PHA hospitals received the essential supplies. In addition, Post PNG Ltd presented the PPE Delivery Completion Report to NDoH’s Project Coordination Unit.
World Bank Health Projects Coordinator, Doctor Godfrey Yikii, praised their efforts for timely and efficient deliveries despite logistical challenges.
Post PNG Logistics Ltd Chief Operating Officer Mr. Ben Davies noted the challenges in the highlands due to roadblocks and security risks but confirmed the successful delivery of PPE to PHAs.
Moreover, NDoH commended Post PNG for its efficiency and highlighted the importance of strong partnerships in the healthcare supply chain.
Meanwhile, the next batch of Healthcare Waste Management consumables will be distributed to PHAs next month.
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