The Member for Samarai-Murua, Hon. Isi Henry Leonard, has firmly denied the existence of a third political camp amid circulating rumors. Leonard expressed frustration over claims that the Papuan Bloc was forming a separate faction with Gulf Governor Sir Chris Haiveta. “This is untrue and does not represent what the team in the Opposition stands for,” Leonard stated. Leonard explained that he joined the Opposition from the government based on his own convictions against corruption and unfair practices. “I moved across from the government and joined the Opposition because of my own convictions that I did not want to be…
Author: Joshua ARLO
Sunday, July 28th, 2024, was a day of thrilling rugby action in Round 15 of the Digicel ExxonMobil Cup, featuring intense matches across Papua New Guinea. MONI PLUS NCDC POM VIPERS VS. PRK MENDI MURUKS: At the National Football Stadium in Port Moresby, the Moni Plus NCDC Pom Vipers faced off against the PRK Mendi Muruks. Despite a strong start, the Vipers succumbed to the Muruks with a final score of 12-20. The Vipers managed two tries, with Julius Yakopa scoring at the 11-minute mark and Jeremiah Lotipa at the 20th minute. Joel Gena converted one of the tries at…
John Ume, a late addition to Team PNG, showcased immense determination and resilience in the 63.5kg weight class at the Paris 2024 Olympics. Despite being called up just seven days before his bout, following an injury to a boxer from Solomon Islands, John answered with pride and courage. Facing the formidable Cuban athlete, Erislandy Alvarez Borges, John displayed the spirit and tenacity that defines Team PNG. Alvarez, a silver medalist from the 2023 World Championships and an undefeated professional, proved to be a tough opponent. John fought valiantly, but in the second round, the referee stopped the match, awarding the…
Prime Minister James Marape has assured the people of Gulf Province that their K20 million Business Development Grant is secure, following a meeting with Gulf Governor Sir Chris Haiveta on Friday, July 26th. Marape clarified that a previous warrant error has been corrected and no funds meant for Gulf Province have been diverted elsewhere. He emphasized that budget provisions are in place to support Gulf’s participation in the Papua LNG project. Governor Haiveta, on Friday, July 26th, presented Marape with a letter stating his intention to withdraw from the parliamentary caucus to focus on local issues, though he will remain…
A major power outage is causing widespread disruption in parts of Jiwaka province and the city of Mt Hagen in the Western Highlands province due to a broken conductor on transmission Line L514. Efforts to restore electricity have been hindered by violent actions from disgruntled landowners, PNG Power Limited (PPL) reported today, Sunday 28th of July. The fault, which has left Kudjip feeders and parts of Mt Hagen without power, remains unresolved as PPL technical teams face roadblocks and aggression from local landowners. These barriers have prevented the teams from accessing the site to carry out necessary repairs. “Disgruntled landowners…
Prime Minister James Marape has commended Minister for Fisheries & Marine Resources, Jelta Wong, for his role in boosting regional cooperation in fisheries. This praise follows the appointment of Mr. Noan Pakop, the first Papua New Guinean as the new head of the Pacific Islands Forum Fisheries Agency (PIFFA). Prime Minister Marape declared his support for the East New Britain Pacific Industrial Park initiative, which aims to enhance the catching, processing, and exporting of tuna for Papua New Guinea and potentially other Pacific Islands Forum member countries. “I am proud of the ENB fisheries initiative and Minister Wong’s leadership,” Marape…
Papua New Guinea’s STEM students are embarking on exciting international academic journeys. This month, 30 students travel to India, followed by another group heading to the USA in August, and a third group going to China in September. These initiatives are part of the government’s efforts to expand educational opportunities for the country’s brightest minds. Prime Minister James Marape, who spearheaded the STEM initiative, emphasized the government’s commitment to education and global opportunities. “We are proud of our Grade 12 STEM students, who represent the cream of our educational system. This initiative is a testament to the government’s unwavering commitment…
A crucial piece of infrastructure, the K16 million Yalo Rural Bridge, was officially opened on Friday, July 26th in a landmark moment for Southern Highlands Province. Minister for Works and Highways, Solan Mirisim, inaugurated the bridge on behalf of Prime Minister James Marape. The Yalo Bridge, also known as the Epari-Koare Unity Bridge, is part of the Marape-Rosso Government’s Connect PNG Programme, a program that is currently being questioned by the Opposition in a court matter. This initiative aims to enhance connectivity and impact rural communities across the country. The bridge links Kagua district to Pangia district, facilitating easier transportation…
Prime Minister James Marape congratulated the Sir Theo Foundation on its 10th anniversary, praising its significant contributions to health care and early childhood learning in Papua New Guinea. At a major fundraising dinner and concert event at the Airways Hotel, attended by the Prime Minister and his wife, Mrs. Rachael Marape, funds were raised through an auction and donations. The evening featured an opera rock performance by Spanish singer Ms. Cristina Ramos. Prime Minister Marape commended the Sir Theo Foundation for its support of the Port Moresby General Hospital (PMGH) and the Buk bilong Pikinini program, while remembering the Foundation’s…
The Porgera Gold Mine continues to thrive despite the recent challenges posed by the Mulitaka landslide, but the need for maintaining law and order has emerged as a critical factor for its ongoing success, according to Barrick President and CEO Mark Bristow. New Porgera Limited (NPL) has reported that since resuming operations in December last year, the mine has met or exceeded its targets, with gold production for the first half of 2024 surpassing expectations and all-in sustaining costs trending lower. Bristow, who visited Papua New Guinea to review NPL’s second-quarter results, emphasized the importance of law and order for…