Governor General of Papua New Guinea, His Excellency, Grand Chief Sir Bob Bofeng Dadae has passed on his Easter message emphasizing faith with actions. “This week we join fellow Christians throughout the world commemorate the greatest sacrifice ever demonstrated on behalf of all mankind, the death and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ, 2,000 years ago.” “This is a significant event to observe for the Bible tells us that Jesus Christ “himself bore our sins in his own body on the stake, so that we might die to sins and live to righteousness.” (1Peter 2:24).” “However, more than observance is required…
Author: Aseneth WAIDE
Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) PNG recently conducted its inaugural session of the Great People Managers Program workshop on the 7th and 8th of April 2025, at their headquarters located in Lae city. A total of seventeen senior executives from various sectors of the company participated in the training, which was designed to provide both novice and seasoned managers with the necessary skills and assurance to lead and motivate their teams effectively, thereby enhancing outcomes for CCEP. Mr. Tim Solly, the Sales and Commercial Director at CCEP PNG, kicked off the workshop by motivating attendees and sharing experiences from his personal…
Buk bilong Pikinini (BbP) reaffirmed its commitment to early childhood education in Papua New Guinea by hosting another round of their Annual Refresher Training for 2025, which is being held at APEC Haus in Port Moresby with the kind assistance of ExxonMobil PNG. The refresher training which runs from April 7th to April17th caters for an additional10 teachers from four partner libraries in Tari and Kikori. This year’s training brings together 54 committed educators, including 44 BbP teachers from Library Learning Centers in Port Moresby, Lae, Goroka, and Manus, with assistance from Santos. In order to guarantee that all of…
Famous 93 YUMI FM radio personality ‘Kasty’ Turner Arifeae, was part of the cast in the recently screened NANA film, a work which highlights the brutal reality of sorcery-related violence and living conditions of street children. He explained that he took part in the production because of the powerful message behind the film. “I took the role of Bubu because I felt deeply about the troubles of sorcery accusations.” “Innocent women, innocent mothers are harmed by their own relatives and do not even feel safe in their own village just because of some rumors.” “It is not right to take…
To support Operation Open Heart Foundation’s (OOHF) mission of providing heart surgeries to children across the country, Theodist Limited recently donated two storage units to help the foundation better organize and manage essential medical supplies and equipment. Theodist Limited’s National Sales & Marketing Manager, Kevin Anderson, communicated the company’s continuous commitment to supporting activities that positively affect the community. “As part of our corporate social responsibility program, we are honoured to support OOHF in their mission to provide life-saving care to children in need.” “Their work continues to transform lives, and we are proud to play a small part in…
Reflector PNG Plus, a modest company started by Washington “Tony” Taureka, has emerged as a ray of hope and resiliency in a world that is frequently controlled by corporate giants. Located in the center of Central Province, this company was founded in 2015 and specializes in critical road safety products such retro reflective materials for signs and reflectors, also called cat’s eyes, which are installed in the middle of the road. The company credo of Tony, a talented craftsman from Lalaura in the Abau district, was to combine local expertise with international technology in order to create a successful enterprise.…
The upcoming canonization of Blessed Peter Torot, is a historic moment for Papua New Guinea and also the Pacific community. Today at the Catholic Bishops Conference (CBC) in Port Moresby city, members of the Catholic Church took the opportunity to explain the process involved in canonization. One of the speakers present at the discussion was His Lordship Bishop Rozario Menezes SMM, Vice President, CBC of PNGSI, who spoke humbly of the work of the early missionaries which eventually led to the present event. “Hundreds of years ago, the missionaries came, and they sowed a seed of faith.” “Today as a…
The Student Representative Council (SRC) of the University of Goroka, in conjunction with the student body had sent word to the government, requesting an open dialogue with the students regarding pressing national issues. The SRC marked April 7th for Prime Minister (PM) James Marape and the Police Commissioner to attend a meeting at the University of Goroka campus to receive the students’ petitions. SRC President Joshua Sua, stated the importance of communication during these times. “This meeting is essential for ensuring that the concerns of the students and the wider community are heard and addressed.” “We believe that collaboration and…
Theodist Limited once again supported the Bomana Prison Rehabilitation Program through its donation of crucial stationery supplies, displaying Theodist’s ongoing commitment to supporting education in the country. According to Theodist, the donation reflects on their belief in giving people the chance to turn their lives around. Kevin Anderson, National Sales & Marketing Manager at Theodist Limited, said he was proud to be able to help with educational initiatives. “One way we’re assisting in improving communities is by supporting this program.” “We think everyone has the capacity to change and develop, and the Bomana Prison Rehabilitation Program is performing vital work,”…
The United States Army’s Security Assistance Training Management Organization (SATMO) team is thrilled to announce the progress of their ongoing training with the Papua New Guinea Defense Force (PNGDF). Over the past two weeks, the SATMO team has been conducting intensive training in Small Unit Tactics (SUT) and Advanced Medical Skills at the Goldie River Training Depot and Murray Barracks. Master Sergeant (MSG) Hans Moeller II, a member of the SATMO team, expressed the team’s enthusiasm. “The Team from the US Army’s SATMO is excited to be back in PNG training with 1RPIR (1st Royal Pacific Islands Regiment) in Small…