National Capital District (NCD) Governor Powes Parkop and his City Manager Mr. Ravu Frank, just recently turned on the Christmas Lights at the Ela Beach, heralding in the festivity spirit into the city of Port Moresby, spreading the joy and cheer of Christmas to city residents. Since its modest beginnings at Unagi Oval ten years ago, the event—which was started by Governor Parkop—has become a beloved tradition every Christmas. In front of families, kids, locals, and a few foreign guests, Governor Parkop thanked the Port Moresby community for their tenacity and solidarity over the course of the year. “Everyone looks…
Author: Aseneth WAIDE
Buk bilong Pikinini (BbP) recently hosted a high-level visit of members from the Ministry of Education of Tonga. The visit took place at BbP’s Vabukori village Library Learning Centre sponsored by Steamships Trading Company and the Motu Koita Association. Mrs. Ileini Takeifanga (Chief Education Officer, Curriculum Development Unit), Mr. Eddy Fakahua (Education Officer, Assistant Director for the Primary Division), and Mr. Herbert Takeifanga (Director Primary Division) visited as part of their tour to explore Early Childhood Education (ECE) programs in Papua New Guinea. The team stressed that Tonga, as a Pacific Island nation, has made significant strides in improving literacy…
UNICEF has warned of the startlingly high rate of HIV transmission, about a 30% increase, from mother to child in Papua New Guinea (PNG). On World AIDS Day on Sunday 1st December, UNICEF in a statement revealed that an estimated 790 new child infections were caused by this problem in 2023 alone, endangering the nation’s success in the fight against HIV. PNG is having difficulty preventing HIV transmission from pregnant women to their unborn children, despite notable progress in lowering HIV-related deaths—more than 33,300 lives have been saved since 2010 because to anti-retroviral medication. UNICEF states that more work must…
The Waiting Hut Inc. formally opened on November 22nd, revealing its purpose to empower communities through affordable and sustainable healthcare solutions, marking a revolutionary step towards improving maternity and infant health in Papua New Guinea. In order to guarantee that rural populations have access to life-saving medical treatment, the organization is committed to establishing partnerships, supplying essential resources, and increasing public knowledge of maternity care. Co-Founder and Chairperson Dr. Freda Wemin elaborated on The Waiting Hut’s role. “Our mission is to bridge the gap in maternal healthcare by supporting rural facilities with vital resources like temporary accommodations, solar lighting, and…
Pacific Adventist University (PAU) sent out its 39th graduating class on Sunday (24.11.24) with a strong message for them to use the knowledge gained to make a difference and touch lives. In addition to thanking the graduates, Prime Minister (PM) James Marape emphasized the unique opportunity they had at an institution that equipped them with the skills necessary to make a difference in all facets of life. Prime Minister Marape, who spoke on the theme of “Prepared to Lead, Ready to Serve,” told the students that they were fortunate to receive an education that not only equipped them for their…
The U.S. Embassy hosted a reopening of their American Corner in the Papua New Guinea National Library and Archives on Monday. The American Corner is part of a network of four public community centers across PNG providing free and open access to internet, resources, and programming to showcase American values and the partnership between Papua New Guinea and the United States. Ambassador Anne-Marie Yastishock expressed her delight in reopening the American Corner. “We are thrilled to reopen the doors to this incredible resource, which serves as a hub for learning, professional development, and community engagement,” “At its core, the American…
Educators and staff of Don Bosco Technical Institute (DBTI) in Port Moresby city were the recipients of encouraging words from the Minister for Higher Education, Kinoka Hotune Feo during the 23rd Graduation recently. Keynote Speaker and Deputy Secretary for Research & Innovation in the Dept. Of Higher Education, Research, Science & Technology, Leah Margis was present to deliver MP Feo’s speech on his behalf. Margis encouraged the educators and staff of DBTI, stating that their dedication towards their students has not gone unnoticed. “Your unwavering commitment to nurturing and transforming the minds of your students is truly exemplary.” “Through your…
Title: Impasse (2008) Director: Bram Schouw Genre(s): Short Duration: 8mins Cast: Sieger Sloot, Mutaleni Nadimi A neo-Nazi skinhead becomes intrigued by an African woman he encounters on a train ride, but his white supremacist beliefs leave him conflicted. This film is about close-mindedness and how the wrong belief system can prevent you from establishing meaningful connections with other people. In Impasse, the skinhead experiences a brief moment of cognitive dissonance as he tries to come to terms with the fact that he may be attracted to a non-white person – a person he was taught to hate. During the train…
Students in the Early Childhood Education program at Buk Bilong Pikinini (BbP) joined athletes in celebrating Universal Children’s Day just recently with focus on exercise and nutrition for good cognitive development. In order to emphasize the value of children’s rights, their well-being, and the necessity of elevating their voices for a better future, this year’s theme was “Nurturing Futures through Nutrition and Fitness.” Launched in September of this year, the BbP Nutrition Education Program aims to help parents and kids become “nutritionally literate” and recognize the value of eating a balanced diet for learning and overall health. Exercise is a…
Boreboa Primary School students have been urged to concentrate on learning the fundamentals in order to build a solid foundation for future success. Powes Parkop, the Governor of the National Capital District (NCD), made this statement on Friday 22nd November, when he gave the keynote presentation at the school’s Grade 8 graduation ceremony. Governor Parkop underlined the significance of instilling positive attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors at a young age. “Success is not difficult. It begins with the fundamentals: discipline, respect, and a desire to learn. “You will clear the path for a better future when you concentrate on these straightforward…