Prime Minister (PM) James Marape in welcoming his Solomon Islands counterpart, Jeremiah Manele, to Port Moresby for his two-day official visit, described the visit as a reaffirmation of Melanesian unity and shared history. Speaking at a joint press conference at the Melanesian Haus yesterday, PM Marape said the two countries had always been linked by people-to-people ties, even before establishing diplomatic relations in 1978. He emphasized that Papua New Guinea and Solomon Islands remain “one people, like brothers and sisters, coexisting in this part of the world.” The Prime Minister noted that over 50 PNG companies are now investing in…
Author: Jordan VELA
During his first press conference in Port Moresby Melanesian Haus yesterday 21st August 2025, Solomon Islands Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele expressed gratitude to Papua New Guinea for its continued support across a range of areas, highlighting the long-standing partnership between the two countries. Mr. Manele thanked PNG for its contribution to the 2023 Pacific Games, noting both financial assistance and the deployment of security personnel. “The Games were a success, and that would not have been possible without the support of our partners, including Papua New Guinea,” he said. He also acknowledged PNG’s role in the Solomon Islands’ 2024 joint…
In fostering literacy and reading for early childhood and improving education access for all children in Papua New Guinea, Theodist has renewed its annual commitment with Buk bilong Pikinini with a K50,000 donation today, 20th August 2025. The office and school supplies company has supported BbP as a Gold Sponsor since 2014, with the partnership now marking a decade of collaboration. The sponsorship aims to improve literacy and expand access to education for children across Papua New Guinea. Over the years, the partnership has contributed to several initiatives, including the launch of the children’s book series When I Grow Up,…
The Papua New Guinea Barramundis recorded their first win of the tour with a six-wicket victory against Guernsey in a men’s T20I warm-up match at College Field, Saint Peter Port, on Thursday, 14 August. The game was the first between the sides and comes as Papua New Guinea prepares to travel to Jersey next week for round two of the ICC Challenge League tournament. Batting first, Guernsey posted 165 for 6 from their 20 overs, led by Tom Nightingale’s 75 off 51 balls, which included nine fours and two sixes. He shared a 73-run fourth wicket stand with Zak Damarell,…
Prime Minister (PM) James Marape has called on all Papua New Guineans, especially the nation’s future leaders, to uphold and defend the National Constitution, describing it as the “living document” that has bound the country together for the past 50 years and will continue to guide it into the future. Speaking at the University of Papua New Guinea on Constitution Day, 15 August 2025, PM Marape reflected on the foresight of the leaders who steered the country to Independence in 1975. He paid tribute to the Constitutional Planning Committee (CPC), chaired by the late Grand Chief Sir Michael Somare and…
NCSL successfully reintroduced its Wokabaut Tablets by streaming new members onboard in under five minutes. Members were issued their membership numbers on the spot with ease, even with limited or no network coverage, showcasing the tablets’ capability of opening accounts in offline mode. In collaboration with CEFI and UNDP, NCSL took part in a three-day financial literacy program where the Wokabaut Tablets were used to onboard new members in real time during the recent member engagement in the oil palm-rich townships of Bialla and Kimbe, West New Britain. Further explaining on the Wokabaut Tablets is the NCSL Head of Digital…
Minister for Education Lucas Dekena, MP, alongside Secretary of the National Department of Education Dr. Uke Kombra, officially launched the Corporate Plan 2025 – 2027 with its Self-Reliance Policy and Implementation Guide. Alongside the plan’s launch, the NDoE also unveiled its new logo and the 50th Anniversary logo today, Friday 15th August 2025, at the Vulupindi Haus in Port Moresby city. Dr. Kombra opened the ceremony, noting that the corporate plan and guideline were essential departmental requirements under the government system that align the Education Development Plan (EDP) to support Papua New Guinea’s Vision 2050. “The plan is there to…
With just four weeks until Papua New Guinea marks its historic 50th Independence Anniversary on September 16, the National Capital District Commission (NCDC) has launched a city-wide maintenance program on all four-lane arterial roads across Port Moresby. The initiative, announced by City Manager Mr. Ravu Frank in an official notice on August 6, aims to upgrade key roads to ensure they are safe, accessible, and fully operational in time for the national celebrations. Several construction companies are working simultaneously across the city, and along the Tokarara Dikagari Road, Nuigini Engineering Procurement and Services is leading the work in that area.…
A successful three-day workshop on gender equality and disability inclusion was held at Stanley Hotel in Port Moresby from August 11th to 13th, 2025. Hosted by Team Up with support from the Australian government, the event brought together representatives from various sports and disability inclusion programs across Papua New Guinea (PNG). The workshop, facilitated by Team Up’s GEDSI and Safeguarding Advisor, Roshika Deo, aimed to strengthen capacity and promote safer, more inclusive sporting environments. Key objectives included: – Understanding how gender inequality and social norms affect sports. – Identifying and addressing barriers, unconscious biases, and discriminatory practices. – Developing inclusive…
All Papua New Guineans have been invited to play a key role in the nation’s sporting history with the official launch of the “Name Our Team” competition for the country’s first-ever National Rugby League (NRL) franchise, scheduled to debut in the 2028 premiership. The announcement was made today, 13th August 2025 at the Santos National Football Stadium in Port Moresby during a ceremony attended by Prime Minister James Marape, Australian High Commissioner Ewen McDonald, franchise Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Mr. Andrew Hill, and members of the PNG NRL Franchise Board. Franchise CEO Andrew Hill, said the initiative aimed to create…