Papua New Guinea and France have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening diplomatic and economic ties following a high-level meeting between Prime Minister James Marape and the newly appointed French Ambassador to PNG, Pierre Fournier. During their discussion yesterday, the two leaders emphasized shared priorities, including environmental conservation, security cooperation, trade, and investment. Prime Minister Marape welcomed Ambassador Fournier and acknowledged France’s vital role in PNG’s development. “France is an important partner to us. With President Macron’s vision for sustainable development, environmental conservation, and global cooperation aligns closely with our own priorities,” Prime Minister Marape openly addressed. Ambassador Fournier reaffirmed France’s…
Author: Jordan VELA
In PNG Cybercrime is at its highest peak, from email fraud, ransomware, card skimming, cyberbullying, and child pornography that need serious addressing. Recognizing the growing dangers of the online world, Save the Children partnered with META, the parent company of Facebook, WhatsApp, and Instagram, to launch the I Am Digital (IAD) program. This initiative aims to educate students and communities on how to navigate the digital landscape safely and responsibly. And with an Exclusive Interview with PNG HAUSBUNG, Isabel Druma the Advocacy and Communications Manager of Save the Children PNG, she shared insight on the ONLINE SAFETY Awareness. “There’s a…
Alarmingly, the prevalence of Hypertension has been rising in Papua New Guinea (PNG) due to changing lifestyles, urbanization, and dietary shifts. Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a condition where the force of blood against artery walls remains persistently elevated. Often dubbed a “silent killer,” hypertension can lead to severe complications, including heart disease, stroke, kidney failure, and vision loss . CPL has been actively addressing this health challenge through its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives. On January 25th, CPL’s Alotau branch conducted a community outreach program at Ganabeu Compound, focusing on free health checks and hypertension education. The event…
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…
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…