When the K15 million phase two Koki Fish Market extension project begins, Port Moresby residents will have another option for dining by the waterfront. The National Fisheries Authority (NFA) and the electorate will share funding for the project, which is a brainchild of the Moresby South District Development Authority. In order to get things started, Moresby South has finished designing the new extension project, which will include building a restaurant with 300 seating areas where patrons can enjoy fish and chips or a refreshing beverage while taking in views of Ela Beach and the cool breeze. Moresby South MP and…
Author: Aseneth WAIDE
Taurama residents in Port Moresby city can now have water connected to their homes and properties at low cost with the assistance of Water PNG. A funding of K3 million for water pipes was done by the National Capital District Commission (NCDC) and Moresby South Electorate with support from NCD Governor Powes Parkop MP. The water pipes and system were installed when the road was being constructed through Taurama. Now it’s for the residents to tap off professionally through Water PNG and apply to get the water connected to be their properties and house. Moresby South MP and Minister for…
Kingsley Philip a youngster from Ipiayu village in Rural Kaintiba, in Gulf province was determined to go to school despite challenges. “Any large town is a long way from my village. It might be difficult for students to pay for their education even after graduating from high school or college. To pay for our school fees, we rely on the generosity of churches and non-profit organizations.” “I therefore applied to Port Moresby Technical School (POM Tech) and asked about scholarships after learning that TotalEnergies was financing students. I was aware that I would have to fend for myself and not rely…
With the passing of Pope Francis, members of the Catholic Bishops Conference of Papua New Guinea (PNG) and Solomon Islands (SI) expressed their condolences and sorrow the Melanesian way at the Vatican Embassy on Thursday, bringing in garden food, store goods, a pig as well as conducting traditional sing-sing. Present at the event was His Lordship, Bishop Otto Separy, President of the CBC of PNG & SI, His Lordship Bishop Rozario Menezes SMM, Vice President of CBC the CBC of PNG & SI, Reverend, Fr Lawrence Arockiaraj, General Secretary of the CBC of PNG & SI and MSGR Federico Boni.…
World Earth Day is an occasion that is marked annually on April 22nd to demonstrate support for the protection of our environment. This year’s theme is “Our Power, Our Planet,” which emphasizes harnessing of renewable energy to build a healthy and resilient future for communities. In Papua New Guinea, organizations such as Sir Brian Bell Foundation (SBBF), Buk Bilong Pikinini (BBP) and Port Moresby Nature Park marked this day, calling for action in protecting and preserving the environment. Sir Brian Bell Foundation CEO, Bronwyn Wright, expressed the importance of taking care of our planet for the sake of future generations. “We…
Title: Two & Two (2011) Director: Babak Anvari Genre(s): Short, Drama Run Time: 8mins Cast: Bijan Daneshmand, Ravi Karimi, Pouyan Lotfi A student gets silenced after giving the correct answer to his teacher’s written equation. The short film Two & Two covers themes of politics and possibly the realities of living under dictatorship rule. In the film, the teacher writes the equation 2 + 2 = 5, clearly an incorrect answer. The teacher immediately silences the students and calls for order when they protest. When a lone student finally refuses to change his answer to 5 despite the teacher’s numerous…
Buk bilong Pikinini (BbP) has marked its 18th anniversary of providing empowering early childhood education to the youngest learners in Papua New Guinea. Since its inception in 2007, the organization has supported thousands of children in developing essential skills in literacy, numeracy, and life, laying the groundwork for their future success. What began as a single Library Learning Centre has evolved into a nationwide initiative, extending its services to communities throughout PNG. BbP now offers innovative and inclusive programs that incorporate digital and nutritional literacy alongside its foundational early learning curriculum. Central to BbP’s mission are the inspiring narratives of…
The United Church of Papua New Guinea (UCPNG) left an Easter message to its members in the country and abroad. Reverend Garo Kilagi, UCPNG’s Moderator, encouraged members of the church to see this Easter period as a time of transition. Rev. Kilagi stated that Easter is more than just a remembrance of Christ’s resurrection, it is an invitation to experience revival in our own lives. “Just as Christ rose from the tomb, breaking the chains of our of our death, he calls us to step out of the graves of sin despair and brokenness into his glorious light.” “The reading…
Jona Film Production, the crew behind the PNG film ‘Ples Man’ received a K10, 000 cheque generously donated by the National Cultural Commission (NCC), to support the local film industry and encourage the practice of cultural storytelling. Attending the press conference was the Executive Manager for Festival, Marketing, Cultural Development, and Art Industry, David Taim who was present on behalf of the Executive Director of NCC, Steven Enomb Kilanda, MBE, as well as Rama Undiapah, Director of Ples Man and upcoming film ‘Ples Man II’, Executive Producer, Spencer Wangere, cast and crew of Ples Man II, and NCC staff. Uniapah…
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…