A new clinic, named the Br Max Bouten SVD Memorial Town Clinic, has officially opened in Wirui, Wewak in late August 2024. This clinic is part of the East Sepik Province’s expanding health system, which includes the Specialist Hospital at Boram, and other facilities being reopened across the province. Governor Allan Bird expressed his satisfaction at the clinic’s opening, noting, “I was particularly pleased to open this clinic today because it is one of two in the country. This new clinic is intended to serve the people of Wewak Town and relieve the pressure on the main Sir Michael Somare…
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As the Marape-Rosso Coalition Government today expressed enthusiasm over the return of another politician, Pomio MP Elias Kapavore, from the Opposition side, a few hours later, newly reinstated Madang MP Bryan Kramer announced his resignation the government as Parliament is set to resume this month, with a Vote of No Confidence on the agenda. A confident Prime Minister James Marape told local media today that he expects movements from both sides during this time, before Parliament sits on Tuesday, September 3rd. As for Kramer, on 22 August 2024, the National Court in Waigani reinstated his as Member for Madang Open…
Prime Minister James Marape called on fathers to lead by example this Father’s Day, emphasizing that leadership begins at home. He stated this, as he stood alongside Rai Coast MP and Minister for Labour and Employment, Kessy Sawang and other Ministers and MPs at a press conference today, Sunday, September 1st, at the Hilton Hotel in Port Moresby, where earlier he had welcomed back Pomio MP Elias Kapavore to the government. The Prime Minister said there has been to much politics said, and he wanted to speak to everyone, especially all the fathers and mothers in the country, who are…
As Parliament resumption looms near, the Opposition side has not wasted time to strategize for a chance to form the next government. The Alternative Government side has now moved its camp to Loloata, which had previously been the campsite for the Marape-Rosso government side when Parliament had previously sat. Recently both sides have been switching Members of Parliament, garnering the numbers to solidify their hold to form or retain government. Prime Minister James Marape is confident, secure at this time with his huge number of coalition partners to his Pangu Pati. He just wants the Alternative Government to ‘stop playing…
The Deputy Opposition Leader, James Nomane, has invited Fisheries Minister Jelta Wong, along with Treasury Minister Ian Ling-Stuckey and Finance Minister Mickey Kaeok, to a public debate at the University of Papua New Guinea on September 2nd, a day before Parliament resumes. Nomane’s call comes following him being criticised by Fisheries Minister Jelta Wong after Nomane labelled the 2024 National Budget as a ‘failure’. The Deputy Opposition Leader in an earlier statement, stated that the Marape government has failed to implement the 2024 National Budget, with only 30% of the budget executed after 10 months. He stated that despite a…
There is a critical need for proper housing facilities for teachers to enhance the quality of education in the country. This has led to continuous efforts in this sector by Foreign Minister and Moresby-South MP, Justin Tkatchenko as a priority in his electorate, specifically for the Butuka Academy. He highlights that the success of future generations hinges on the quality of education provided, which is directly linked to the living and working conditions of educators. “If our teachers do not have the proper facilities and are not educated themselves at the highest level—how do we expect our future generation to…
Fifty-two people in Rabaul District have finished a four-day training to collect important information for the Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WaSH) program. This training is part of a bigger plan by the National Department of Planning and Monitoring to improve water and sanitation in the area. Mr. Takele Tuna, the National WaSH Program Coordinator, said the training is important because it helps create plans based on real information. “Our approach is to build capacity at the sub-national level to enable districts to take the bottom-up approach, community leadership, and ownership of projects,” said Mr. Tuna. The trainees come from four…
Prime Minister (PM) James Marape has urged New Zealand to increase the number of Papua New Guineans working under its Recognized Seasonal Employer (RSE) Labour Mobility Scheme. The request was made during a bilateral meeting with New Zealand’s Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, held on August 28, at the 53rd Pacific Islands Leaders’ Forum in Tonga. The two leaders reaffirmed their commitment to ongoing cooperation between Papua New Guinea and New Zealand, particularly in labor mobility and resource development. This collaboration will emphasize sustainable and environmentally friendly practices, ensuring that new projects minimize their environmental impact. Prime Minister Luxon acknowledged the…
The Rabaul District Administration has finally sworn in its new District Procurement Committee (DPC) members, enabling the district to manage and procure projects independently. The DPC had been inactive since 2022 due to the transfer of the former District Administrator, who was the previous chairman. The newly sworn-in committee members include Acting District Administrator Freddy Lemeki, Acting District Treasurer Lynette Wogan, Women’s Representative Florence John, and Community Representative Bernie Benson. The swearing-in ceremony was facilitated by the National Procurement Commission (NPC) team, with Senior Provincial Magistrate Samuel Lavutul overseeing the proceedings. Rabaul MP Dr. Allan Marat, along with district staff,…
Prime Minister James Marape has commended the cooperative approach taken by China and the United States during the Pacific Island Forum (PIF). Speaking last night, August 29th, after returning from Tonga, the Prime Minister said he appreciated China and U.S. focus on supporting Pacific Island nations rather than competing for influence. “For the first time, they found a common ground, acknowledging that the Pacific Island nations need both their support,” Marape noted. He also praised China’s commitment to trade and humanitarian efforts, saying, “China is not here to take away any place.” “China is here to assist with trade and…