The inaugural Youth Resource Week has seen an overwhelming response, with thousands of young people in Port Moresby turning up to collect their accreditation passes today 23rd of March at the Sir John Guise Stadium, but this massive turn out forced organizers to extend the pass collection period to Tuesday 25th to accommodate the growing number of attendees. Currently, 18,000 plus youths have already registered, and the number is expected to reach 20,000 before Tuesday, as registration remains open online until Wednesday. This was confirmed by Ursula Gorea, Youth Resource Week Stakeholder Relations. And then she explained that the pass…
Author: Jordan VELA
In the lead-up to tomorrow’s, World Tuberculosis (TB) Day, Businesses for Health PNG (B4H) along with University of Papua New Guinea Medical Faculty students took to the streets of Port Moresby city, delivering high-impact TB awareness displays at the city’s busiest traffic locations. This bold initiative shines a very bright light on the Tuberculosis epidemic. TB is Papua New Guinea’s deadliest infectious disease, and biggest reason for admission to hospital. The displays drive home the message that TB is not only a health crisis but a major workforce issue. Last year alone, PNG recorded over 45,000 new cases of TB,…
The Basketball Federation has recently announced the significant appointment of former national representative player Gabriel Elavo as the Head Coach for the PNG 3×3 team that will be heading to Singapore for the Asia Cup Qualifier. Gabriel Elavo is celebrated as one of the finest shooters in Team PNG history that has a remarkable mark in the basketball landscape by representing and playing as shooting guard. Over the years, his contributions on the court have been pivotal, showcasing not only his incredible shooting skills but also his exceptional understanding of the game. After an illustrious career filled with achievements and…
Recently 160 students graduated from the Kokoda Fode College and the ceremony was attended by Oro Governor Hon. Gary Juffa with other dignitaries from education and health and the Deputy Head of Australian High Commission Amy William. This event marked a significant milestone in expanding educational opportunities for students in one of Papua New Guinea’s most remote regions. The Kou Kou Community came together to celebrate this milestone, as 160 Grade 10 and 12 students from Kokoda College graduated and celebrated alongside their school mates are the 65 grade 9 and 11 students that will be progressing on with their…
The University of Papua New Guinea (UPNG) has officially announced the details for its 70th Graduation Ceremony, set to take place at the Sir John Guise Indoor Stadium from Monday, April 28, to Friday, May 2, 2025. Graduands and stakeholders are urged to comply with the university’s regulations regarding payments, attire, and attendance to ensure a smooth and successful event. To be eligible for graduation, all students must settle their K260 Graduation Fee by Friday, April 11, 2025. Additionally, students with outstanding boarding and lodging fees must clear their dues by Friday, April 4, 2025 to be considered for graduation.…
Buk bilong Pikinini extends heartfelt gratitude to Mr. Andrew Dare, outgoing General Manager of Hastings Deering PNG & Solomon Islands, for his exceptional leadership and unwavering support in advancing childhood literacy in Papua New Guinea. Since the beginning of Buk bilong Pikinini’s partnership with Hastings Deering, Mr. Dare has played an instrumental role in ensuring the provision of secure storage for literacy materials. His leadership has facilitated the storage and distribution of over a million books, impacting more than 800 schools and communities across PNG. Annually, up to 200,000 books are dispatched, providing children with access to quality educational resources.…
For generations, the Vanagi Race has been more than just a competition—it is a celebration of the Motu-Koita people’s canoe-making skills and an essential part of their heritage. This year, Trukai Industries Limited (TIL) has reaffirmed its commitment to preserving this cultural tradition by renewing its Naming Rights Sponsorship for the fourth consecutive year with a K80,000 sponsorship. The Trukai Vanagi Race is set to take place on Saturday, April 5, at Era Kone, Ela Beach. By showcasing the true test of strength, endurance, and teamwork. The last year’s event saw 60 canoes compete, with Ankit Jalova securing first place…
The Basketball Federation of Papua New Guinea (BFPNG) has secured a major sponsorship worth K1.25 million from Kumul Minerals Holdings Ltd (KMHL). This historic partnership was officially announced yesterday at Tribes Coffee Club in Port Moresby city. In a formal event, KMHL’s Manager Director for External Affairs, Mr. Philip Manda, presented the cheque to BFPNG President, Mr. David Peter, and BFPNG Patron, Mr. Charles Able. Mr. Manda emphasized the importance of this collaboration, stating that basketball is deeply rooted in the country but remains an untapped sport. “It is a significant moment for us at KMHL to collaborate with basketball…
The Brahman Rugby League Competition in Madang Province has been boosted with a financial support of K15, 000 presented by the Madang Provincial Member Ramsey Pariwa recently. The competition held in the Usino – Bundi district stands to be the only rugby competition in Madang to be affiliated with the PNG Rugby Football League. Recognizing the growing talents in the province, Governor Pariwa follows a commitment he made last year when he visited Brahman Catholic mission station where he had a chance to watch the grand finals of this newly organized Rugby League competition. During that time last year, Governor…
The Cricket PNG selectors have announced the 18-Player Garamuts Squad for the Tour to Brisbane in March, supported by the Australian Government. The Papua New Guinea U19 Garmut’s have been stepping up their training efforts in the final weeks of preparation for an important international tour in Brisbane and the coming ICC Men’s U19 Cricket World Cup in East Asia-Pacific (EAP) Division 1 Qualifier in Japan. The tour to Brisbane is made possible thanks to the Australian Government’s PacificAus Sports partnership with Cricket Australia, which supports high-performance cricket across the Pacific and strengthens people-to-people connections in the region. This includes providing…