Author: Jordan VELA

City Pharmacy Medical and Lab Supplies (MedLab) have official launch their new website on Wednesday 27th of November, marking a milestone for the company with a mission to improve the access of world-class medical equipment, products, and services to the people of Papua New Guinea (PNG). With a friendly user design, the website offers seamless navigation for healthcare professionals and customers alike. Which also provides feedback, and inquiries forms for streamlined communication. The comprehensive listings web-designs highlights a wide range of medical and laboratory equipment including all the detailed descriptions and specifications. While pricing will remain exclusive to registered users…

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In an interview with Shonaye Leslie, the Black and Beautiful Miss Hannah’s Beauty 2024 shares her inspiration and motivation for taking part in this year’s Miss Bird of Paradise Pageant. Inspired by the intellectual women’s community in Papua New Guinea and motivated by her family, friends, and social group, Shonaye takes pride in participating in this year’s pageant. Shonaye Leslie comes from mixed parentage of Buka and Gulf Province and is the eldest of 8 siblings in an extended family with a strong Catholic background. She attended the all-girls Catholic school, Marianville Secondary School at Bomana, before being selected to…

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The Papua New Guinea (PNG) Immigration and Citizenship Service Authority (ICSA) and the PNG Tourism Promotion Authority (TPA) have signed a milestone Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to enhance cooperation and data sharing, aimed at boosting the tourism sector and strengthening immigration services. The agreement signed on Wednesday 27th November 2024 establishes a formal collaboration between the two agencies, which share related responsibilities. ICSA facilitates the movement of people, while TPA promotes tourism activities that contribute directly to the local economy. Acting Chief Migration Officer, Mr. Wellington Navasivu emphasized the significance of the partnership, stating that the MOU provides a framework…

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Hon. Jason Peter, Minister for Community Development, Youth & Religion, led the review of the National Strategy to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence (GBV) with the aim of putting a stop to this pervasive issue affecting the nation. “Our response to GBV must be comprehensive and immediate. This is a national issue that requires united action. We must act now for the sake of our women, our communities, and our nation’s future,” the Minister said, addressing the urgency of GBV. Since the National Strategy to Prevent and Respond to GBV (2016–2026) was introduced, efforts to address GBV have had…

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During the Review of the National Gender Base Violence Press Conference at Parliament Haus on 26th November, NCD Governor Powes Parkop pointed out the low prosecution rate in which makes Papua New Guinea ranked 158th from 189 countries in the world in regarding Gender Inequality. Each year more than 1.5 million Women and Girls in Papua New Guinea experience gender base violence which is an estimate of 67% of all the women and girls in the country. The National Strategy to Prevent and Respond to Gender Base Violence Aims to strengthen the institutional and the work on the GBV to…

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The 2025 National Rugby League (NRL) and NRLW season draws are officially live, giving fans a detailed guide to all the games, teams, and matchups for the next year. For fans here in Papua New Guinea, where rugby league is more than just a sport, this is your chance to stay ahead and prepare for an exciting season of footy action. This year, the NRL has launched an exciting new feature on NRL.com called the DRAW HUB, making it easier than ever for fans to explore the full season. Instead of relying on printed drawings or guesswork to plan your…

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Kumulsoft, a remarkable journey of how a simple idea transformed into a software solution that is redefining asset management in Papua New Guinea (PNG). In an exclusive interview with PNG HAUSBUNG, Mr. Paul Muingnepe, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) shared the story of Kumulsoft, of how it began in the early 2000s. Mr. Muingnepe’s story began in 2007 when he worked as a Fixed Assets Officer at the University of Papua New Guinea (UPNG). Tasked with overseeing the university’s vast portfolio of assets, he faced significant challenges during audits. “I couldn’t pin down the actual existence of the assets properly,”…

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Sorcery Accusation-Related Violence – SARV is an issue with devastating consequences, especially for women and children in Papua New Guinea (PNG). In this year’s forum hosted by Business Coalition for Women at the Airways Hotel in Port Moresby city on 21st November, the focused was on the alarming rise of Sorcery Accusation-Related Violence (SARV) cases in PNG. The forum brought together leading experts, advocates, and community members to discuss the root causes of SARV, share survivor stories, and develop actionable solutions. On the panel was Concordia Lutheran Professional Mission Services (CLPMS) Project Manager Mr. Anthony Lutz, Chair and President for…

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Kumulsoft Software Solution highlighted the transformative power of its innovative Fixed Asset Management Software (FAMS) recently during the ceremony marking the conclusion of a week-long training on the software, where participants were presented certificates for. Participants from government agencies who took part in the training, expressed their enthusiasm for the software’s potential to revolutionize resource and property management in Papua New Guinea (PNG). Kumulsoft’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Mr. Paul Muingnepe, explained that the software is designed to serve all sectors, making it a versatile solution for operational challenges in property management. “This program was about more than training it…

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In a landmark moment for the fast-food industry in Papua New Guinea (PNG), Baker Boy has unveiled its flagship restaurant at Waigani over the weekend on Saturday November 23rd, 2024. This latest venture by the sister company of Pacific Industries, established in the 1950s, reflects Baker Boy’s commitment to delivering world-class dining experiences tailored to Papua New Guineans. Launched as a concept in 2017, Baker Boy has grown to become one of Port Moresby’s leading fast-food brands. Beginning with a kiosk outlet in April 2020, the brand expanded to include its first family-friendly restaurant on October 7th, 2022. The new…

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