From coming first in last year’s Grade 10 National Examination, La Salle Technical Secondary School isn’t wasting any time and with 95% of students already registered and present, the school is ready to kick off full classes tomorrow. La Salle Principal Br. Antony Samy confirmed that the first period commenced smoothly today, with subsequent periods focused on distributing course outlines for the year. “Actual teaching begins tomorrow, and from then onwards, attendance will be strictly monitored and students who fail to attend will receive warning letters to ensure full participation,” said Br. Antony. Then Br. Antony stressed the vital role…
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With the core values of Serve and Together, Kina Bank visited the children of Life PNG Care on December 7, 2024, and donated food and toiletry items to show their commitment to giving back to the communities the bank operates in. This donation was an initiative from the Customer Experience Team, with each member contributing from their own pockets to support the underprivileged children of Life PNG Care. Their General Manager of Customer Experience, Karo Geno, emphasized the importance of providing every child with a chance to learn and grow in a safe and nurturing environment. He praised Life PNG…
Speaking at the Dedication Service and launch of the 2025 Academic Year at Sione Kami Memorial Church on 24th January 2025, Secretary for Education Dr. Uke Kombra uncover transformative initiatives aimed at reshaping Papua New Guinea’s education landscape. Dr. Kombra began by reaffirming the Department of Education’s commitment to inclusivity and equity, emphasizing that the reforms are designed to give every child access to quality education. “Our goal is to ensure that no child is left behind.” Among the initiatives to reform the country’s education system, the phasing out of elementary schools, grades 1, and 2 will be moved up…
New York CNN— Around 12 hours after shutting itself down in the United States, TikTok is back for many users almost like it never left, attributing its return to a move by President-elect Donald Trump to save the app. TikTok welcomed users back with a notification that said: “Thanks for your patience and support. As a result of President Trump’s efforts, TikTok is back in the U.S.!” The whiplash move to bring the app back comes after TikTok became unusable for Americans late Saturday night. Users who tried to open the app at that time were met with a message…
Nambawan Super Limited (NSL) took a significant step in its 2025 stakeholder engagement by joining over 2,500 teachers at the Sioni Kami Memorial Church for the Teachers Dedication Service in Port Moresby city today. This marks NSL’s first major event of the year and highlights the important relationship with the education sector, which comprises approximately 50% of NSL’s membership base. At the event, CEO Mr. Paul Sayer addressed the teachers, emphasizing the importance of updating beneficiary information and investing in their future through voluntary contributions. Mr. Sayer encouraged the teachers to take full advantage of NSL’s offerings, including the FREE…
Haus Kunai Films is bringing an incredible opportunity to Port Moresby city with its first-ever film and video production training. This five-day program is tailored for anyone passionate about entering the creative industry or enhancing their social media content. Scheduled to take place from February 3rd to February 7th, 2025, at the American Corner, National Library in Waigani, the training sessions will run daily from 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM. This training is designed to cater for all levels, offering skills that can be applied to various devices such as DSLRs, GoPros, and mobile phones. Editing training will cover professional…
The Minister for Education, Lukas Dekena, has outlined the government’s 2025 Academic Year Plan and its commitment to ensuring quality education for all students in Papua New Guinea (PNG). Minister Dekena, when speaking at the Dedication Service for Education today in Port Moresby city, emphasized that education remains a fundamental right for all children and a powerful tool for the country’s development. “Education is the key to unlocking the potential of our people,” he said, urging all stakeholders to work towards ensuring that every child has access to quality education. Recognizing the challenges faced by educators, the Minister confirmed that…
This morning, the Ministry of Education held its Dedication Service and Launched the 2025 Academic Year at the Reverend Sione Kami Memorial Church in Port Moresby city, dedicating the year to God. The ceremony revolved around the theme, “Restoration of Wholeness Through Jubilee with God”, inspired by Leviticus 25:10. This annual event marked a significant milestone in reaffirming the Ministry’s commitment to delivering quality education across Papua New Guinea. The Dedication Service and Academic Year Launch is a key event for the Ministry of Education, setting the tone for the year ahead. It provides an opportunity to align the department’s…
The Kokoda Track Foundation (KTF), with support from the Australian Government’s Pawarim Komuniti Partnerships program, is delivering a transformative solar energy project in Madang Province’s Rai Coast District for the first time. This ambitious initiative marks one of the largest solar roll- outs the district has ever seen, with over 12,100 household systems, 22 community facility systems, and 777 streetlights being installed across 157 remote villages. The project is set to illuminate the lives of more than 60,500 people in some of Papua New Guinea’s most underserved communities. The large-scale solar initiative, funded by the Australian Government under the Pawarim…
A bold step towards peace and conflict resolution has emerged in the nation’s capital Port Moresby city that focusses on communities working together. The community-based organization, Port Moresby Hevi Toktok, was established in 2023 by founder Mr. Ricky Narewec and aims to address violence and conflicts by equipping communities with essential problem-solving and conflict management skills. Registered with the Investment Promotion Authority (IPA), the initiative is rooted in Narewec’s experience working with community leaders in dispute resolution at the Morobe Block Settlement. His vision is to empower grassroots communities where violence and conflicts range from ethnic clashes to sorcery-related violence…