More than 300 youths gathered yesterday, Saturday 19th July 2025 at the University of Papua New Guinea (UPNG) for a full-day Youth Skills Day Workshop. The event was organized by UNICEF, UNFPA, and UNDP in partnership with UPNG, Digikesen, and the European Union, aims to equip Papua New Guinean youth with essential digital skills, career guidance in technology, and real pathways to entrepreneurship, mentorship, and training opportunities. During the final panel of the day two local entrepreneur whose voices resonated throughout the event is Klenneth Pombo, content creator (PNG for REALZ), and Wesley Roy, CEO of Brave Group International. Their…
Author: Jordan VELA
Cricket PNG’s national teams, the PNG Barramundis and PNG Lewas, made a landmark appearance at the PNG Resources Golden Exhibition on Saturday 19th July 2025, becoming the first sporting teams to visit the country’s premier mining and petroleum industry showcase that is currently hosted by the PNG Chamber of Resources and Energy (PNG CORE). The exhibition provided a unique platform for the players to engage directly with industry leaders and learn about the nation’s key resource sectors and their broader impact on community development and sport sponsorship. For PNG Lewas Captain Brenda Tau, the experience was both exciting and enlightening.…
Students from Port Moresby National School of Excellence (POMSOE) had a strong showing at the PNG Schools Resource Debate, they’re heading into the semi-finals ranked No. 1 out of the top six teams, scoring an impressive 745 points in the preliminary rounds. They now advance with confidence, strategy and a whole lot of teamwork. But this wasn’t just about winning. For these students, debating is about finding their voice, learning real-world issues and showing Papua New Guinea, that young people have something powerful to say. According to Mrs. Masere, the Head of the English Department, the debate is about much…
After a fierce preliminary round at APEC Haus, six schools have advanced to the semi-finals of the Emstret Schools Debate, held during the second week of the PNG Resources Golden Exhibition. The event, themed around resource and energy governance, saw nine Port Moresby secondary schools compete, with six now moving forward to the semi-finals on Wednesday, July 23: Port Moresby School of Excellence Kopkop College Paradise College Port Moresby International School Jubilee Catholic Secondary School Tokarara Secondary School Semi-Final Matchups and Motions Match 1 Affirmative: Port Moresby School of Excellence Opposition: Kopkop College Motion: “Establishing a stand‑alone sovereign wealth fund…
The Miss Bird of Paradise PNG Pageant has officially welcomed East New Britain Province as the newest addition to its national program following a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) signing ceremony held recently. The Miss Bird of Paradise East New Britain Pageant becomes the fifth provincial pageant to sign on this year, adding momentum to the national vision of representing all 22 provinces at the upcoming Golden Jubilee event. The East New Britain committee is led by Chairperson Joachim Lolok, Deputy Chairperson Elizabeth Wong, Secretary Veronica Lako, and Otto Benjamin Mitil Jnr. Michaelyn Marum, a former contestant in the 2024 Miss…
A milestone in education and healthcare has been reached with the official opening of the Balimo College School of Nursing — the first Department of Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology (DHERST)-accredited nursing school in Western Province. The initiative, funded by the PNG Sustainable Development Program (SDP) in partnership with Kokoda Track Foundation (KTF) and Divine Word University (DWU), will offer a four-year Bachelor of General Nursing, the first tertiary qualification of its kind in the region. The opening marks a critical step forward in addressing the shortage of health professionals in the province. With 33 pioneering students enrolled in…
In a powerful display of intellect and youth engagement, nine schools in Port Moresby city converged at APEC Haus for the Emstret Schools Debate preliminary round on Tuesday, July 16, 2025, as part of the second week of the PNG Resources Golden Exhibition. The annual debate, organized by Emstret Holdings and supported by PNG CORE and other resource-sector partners, spotlighted students debating issues critical to Papua New Guinea’s resource future and challenged them to tackle complex motions on governance, sustainability, security, and gender inclusion in the country’s resource industries. Marienville Secondary School, a regular contender, was absent this year after…
Cronulla halfback Nicho Hynes has declared fans should brace for an immediate response from Panther’s star Nathan Cleary after last week’s State of Origin disappointment. In a wide-ranging interview, Hynes opened up on the challenges facing NRL halfbacks as they navigate the pressure to perform amid extensive social media criticism. The Sharks playmaker has developed a close friendship with Cleary throughout the past few years and turned to the Penrith No.7 for advice on how to thrive under pressure last season. Cleary has borne the brunt of the criticism following the Blues’ loss to Queensland in last Wednesday’s State of…
In a partnership aimed at improving financial inclusion for smallholder growers and employees of New Britain Palm Oil Ltd (NBPOL), the NASFUND Contributors Savings & Loans Ltd (NCSL) officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Friday, July 4, 2025, in Kimbe, West New Britain province. The agreement marks a new chapter in accessible financial services for thousands of growers and staff across the region, with the introduction of digital banking solutions, fee-free savings, and affordable loan options. The MoU was signed by NCSL Chief Executive Officer Mr. Frans Kootte and witnessed by NCSL Chief Member Services Officer Mr. Maranuf…
“I don’t want to die. I want to live for my wife and my two sons. I want to raise them, and I want to give back. And now, because of all of you, I believe I can.” Those were the heartfelt words of Samuel Somne (33), a father, husband and tribesman, following a successful corporate fundraising dinner held on Saturday, July 12 at Airways Hotel, Port Moresby, which gave him a renewed chance at life. Diagnosed with a brain tumour, Samuel knew from the beginning that he was not only fighting for himself, but for his wife Florence and…