Prime Minister (PM) James Marape has voiced his disappointment with the global response to climate change, explaining his government’s decision to skip the COP29 Climate Summit in Azerbaijan. In a live interview on BBC World News, Marape criticized the lack of commitment from major polluters and shared his concerns about the ineffectiveness of recent climate conferences. Prime Minister Marape, speaking on Wednesday afternoon PNG time, expressed a resolute stand on forest conservation and PNG’s role in addressing climate change. He explained that despite his respect for the COP organizing bodies, he had lost faith in the process due to the…
Author: Joshua ARLO
In an effort to restore peace along the Hiritano Highway following a retaliation killing, Goilala MP Casmiro Aia and Central Provincial Police Commander Chief Inspector Joseph Salle held discussions with the Goilala communities of Vanapa and Veikabu on Thursday, November 14. They urged residents to end violence and prevent attacks on innocent travellers along the highway and allow the traffic on the highway to move freely. The meeting came in response to a recent roadblock incident, believed to be linked to ongoing feuds between these communities. At the gathering, MP Aia addressed the group of Goilala people residing at Vanapa,…
In response to youth unemployment, the Moresby North- East (MNE) electorate in the National Capital District (NCD), has launched a K4 million Works Program, with over 300 sites along main highways and streets engaged in public upkeep. MNE Projects Manager Mr. Ben Gende explained, “MNE is the largest electorate in the National Capital District, with a population of residents in both settlements and suburbs, all contributing as taxpayers.” The program, targeting high-unemployment areas like Boroko and Waigani, provides jobs in street cleaning, drainage clearing, and public maintenance, aiming to “break the cycle of free handouts by offering jobs that allow…
McSteve Polly, CEO of the KCK Rigo Rice Cup, met with the City Rebels RLC at Port Moresby’s Hohola Ipi Park on Wednesday, November 13. He emphasized that the tournament is built on discipline and compliance, aiming to foster well-rounded players both on and off the field. He said the Rigo Rice Cup will focus on promoting disciplined young players aged 16-23, with a strict limit of five Digicel Cup players per team—two on-field and three as substitutes. “Digicel Cup players will strictly be limited to five, where two will be playing and three can be on the bench for…
Good news for vendors at the Kokopo main market in East New Britain (ENB) province- they now have access to a new storage facility, commissioned on November 11, 2024, by the ENB Provincial Market Authority (ENBPMA). The new facility replaces the old storage cabin, which was considered unhygienic and prone to theft. ENBPMA CEO Mr. Peter Lapim emphasized the importance of the new facility, stating, “We continue to receive complaints of goods being stolen or not being properly maintained at the yard.” “With the new facility, we can all be assured that all of our vendors’ goods and products will…
Police in Central Province have confirmed the murder of a Goilala man last night at Vanapa along the Hiritano Highway, sparking tense retaliation attacks and significant disruptions to travellers. Central Police units responded to the scene but struggled to control a group of enraged tribesmen from Goilala, whose frustration turned to the unfortunate commuters along the route. Opportunists reportedly joined in, escalating attacks on passing vehicles and creating a hazardous environment. Doa Police were advised to halt inbound traffic from Brown River and beyond, effectively blocking access to Port Moresby for public safety. Central Police units returned at dawn to…
The Morobe Kandes have strengthened their bid for entry into the Papua New Guinea National Rugby League Competition (PNG NRLC) in 2025. Granted a provisional license last year, the team was tasked with improving their affiliate leagues, junior programs, pathways, facilities, and financial stability. Over the past year, the Kandes have focused on these areas, meeting PNG NRLC’s standards while emphasizing youth engagement and grassroots rugby league through events like the Kande 9s tournament. With their renewed bid now submitted, the Kandes aim to demonstrate they are ready for full participation in the 2025 season.
Police in East New Britain (ENB) launched their 2024 festive operations, code-named “Ops High Speed,” at Kokopo Market on Monday, November 11th, signaling the start of a focused campaign to ensure community safety throughout the holiday season, which ends next January. The operation is grounded in the “SPEED” strategy, standing for Securing a safer community in Partnership through Effective, Efficient, and Deterrent approaches, reflecting the police’s mission to protect ENB communities effectively. Police personnel marched from Ralum Police Headquarters to the market, raising awareness about the upcoming security measures and reinforcing a strong police presence across the province. ENB Provincial…
At the recent gun surrender ceremony in Warangoi in the Sinivit District of East New Britain’s Pomio District led by Pomio MP and Health Minister Elias Kapavore, several community members voiced concerns about land availability, especially regarding Nukumal Plantation, which has seen a need for clearer land ownership and titles for residents. Acting Sinivit LLG Manager Pennie Maroro Junior addressed these concerns, revealing that the Provincial Lands Division is expected to visit and address land issues across key wards, including Laup, Sunam, and Rieit-Dadul. “All the plantations are privately owned, but most have been left idle for years,” he explained,…
The Duke of York (DOY) Islands is an LLG within the Kokopo District in East New Britain, boasting pristine waters with unique diving spots, and other areas of canoeing, fishing, snorkeling, bird watching, picnics, swimming, and scenic views for those who opt for island getaways and sightseeing. It is a full package of activities for tourism; thus, the Kokopo City Authority (KCA) is planning to enhance its tourism industry. KCA Board Chairman, and Kokopo MP, Ereman ToBaining announced this at a recent boat launching in Kokopo. He revealed that islanders of Malim Atoll Ward, part of this group of rural…