Nambawan Super Limited (NSL) has partnered with Digicel PNG to provide Members with free internet access to the Nambawan Super website. That’s according to the NSL’s Chief Executive Officer Mr. Paul Sayer. In a statement, he said, “Members using Digicel sim cards can now navigate the Nambawan Super website to access important information about our products and services; register for Financial Literacy Trainings; calculate their potential savings with voluntary contributions and access retirement planning tools without worrying about data charges.” Mr Sayer added, “Members who have registered for NSL’s online services can also download copies of their annual statement, check…
Author: Emmanuel MAIPE
Matters of security and trade along with defence cooperation, were the topic of discussion between the United States Secretary of Defence and Prime Minister (PM) James Marape during the bilateral meeting between the two parties this week in Port Moresby. At the bilateral meeting, PM Marape and the United States Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III continued to discuss the details and the benefits of the agreements, and United States’ commitment to securing PNG’s sovereignty, as well as its commitment to securing a free and peaceful Indo-Pacific region. Marape said he appreciated the US’s “3D approach of Diplomacy and…
The Mt. Bagana volcano affected people of South Bougainville are finally getting some assistance from the Papua New Guinea Defence Force (PNGDF). The PNGDF has commenced work to provide Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief response (HADR) for the people following Mt Bagana’s recent eruption. The move follows separate requests from the Office of the President of the Autonomous Bougainville Government, Ishmael Toroama, to the Prime Minister James Marape and the Chief Secretary for ABG, Shadrach Himata through the Chief Secretary to the Government, Mr. Ivan Pomaleu. There have been significant damages done to houses, food gardens and contamination of all…
There is still no end in sight for the country’s fuel issue because Puma Energy’s access to banking services remains constrained at this time, leaving no choice but to continue on with fuel rationing. Puma Energy Managing Director and Chairman, Mr. Hulala Tokome, in a statement today said that the parties involved are yet to comply with the directives issued by the National Security Council (NSC) and the National Executive Council (NEC). It is important that all parties promptly engage on any issues preventing full compliance with government directives. He added that the Bank of Papua New Guinea (BPNG) continues…
Air Niugini has just announced that it will cancel all its domestic flight services until further notice, as of midnight tonight. This unfortunate decision has been necessitated by the recent imposition of jet fuel restrictions by Puma Energy. Air Niugini sincerely apologizes for the inconvenience this disruption may cause to passengers, travel partners, and stakeholders, stating that the situation imposed by Puma Energy is beyond the control of Air Niugini. The airline’s primary concern remains the safety and well-being of its customers and crew, and the decision to cancel flights has been taken to ensure that safety standards are upheld…
The Nasfund Contributors Savings and Loan Society (NCSL) continues its support for the Cheshire disAbility Services Papua New Guinea with a cash donation to support its work in providing for persons with disabilities in the country. NCSL Acting CEO, Keith Raimo said as a corporate organization that cares for its community, NCSL will continue to support Cheshire disAbility Services’ Annual Red Feather Fundraiser this year to raise funds to maintain, support and develop Cheshire’s programs and activities for persons with special needs. Mr. Raimo presented a cheque of K5, 000 to Cheshire disAbility Services General Manager, Mr. Benson Hahambu at…
Over 40 youths from the Morobe province were recently taken through a writers’ workshop with the aim to empower them to become good writers. The Young Writers Workshop was successfully delivered from the 18th-21st July in the city of Lae, where a total of 43 participants attended. The training centered on basic tips of essay writing, story writing, poem, journal writing and outlining of different writing skills. Excursions were also held to show the young writers the feel of how news stories are produced behind the scenes. The young writers toured Lae News outlets such as The National newsroom, Post…
The Papua New Guinea (Hong Kong, China) Chamber of Commerce (PNGHKCCC) will be official recognized a day before the inaugural PNG- Asia Investment Conference in Hong Kong in October, after its creation four years ago. PNGHKCCC was established in 2019 with the objectives of becoming an information bank and promoter of PNG in Hong Kong, to help build business-to-business and people-to-people relationship between Hong Kong and PNG, and to set the foundation for Special Economic Zone (SEZ) development in PNG through bilateral technological skills transfer schemes. The PNGHKCCC will be officially recognized by the PNG Government on October 15th, during…
The President of France, H.E Emmanuel Macron will be in the country towards the end of this week on his first official visit to the Pacific, after visiting Vanuatu tomorrow. Prime Minister (PM) James Marape expressed profound enthusiasm for the upcoming visit of President Macron to Papua New Guinea (PNG), considering it a significant milestone in the nation’s global engagement. Scheduled to arrive in Port Moresby on Thursday, July 27th, President Macron’s visit marks the first time a French president has visited an independent country in the Pacific, showcasing Papua New Guinea’s growing connectivity with the world. “This historic visit…
Things are progressing as quickly as possible to the opening of the new Porgera Mine in the Enga province with recent announcements by the Mining Minister, setting the final steps to the actual opening of mining project. Mining Minister Sir Ano Pala on Thursday, July 20th, announced the important statutory activities that must be undertaken by the Mineral Resources Authority (MRA) that would lead to the re-opening of the Porgera Mine. The statutory activities are: · Mining Warden’s Hearing, which will be held on July 31st at Paiam Oval, Porgera, and on August 01st in Tari. · Technical Assessment on…