George “Fiji” Veikoso, a Fijian icon whose soulful voice and timeless music touched hearts across the Pacific and beyond has passed away. Polynesian Music has announced this on its social media page. “The Greatest of All Time. Rest in Love, Fiji.” “It is with heavy hearts and deep sadness that we share the news that @f1j1 has passed away. A beautiful soul has been called home.” “A life so full, so meaningful. Fiji was more than an artist. He was a movement, a voice for the people, a light in the dark. There was, and always will be, only one…
Author: Katrina ANGELI
National Banking Corporation (NBC) launched its first-ever SME Roadshow at the Unity Mall, Waigani, on Friday 18th July 2025 in Port Moresby. Under the theme “Grow Your Business with Us, Your Local Banking Partner,” the event marks a milestone in NBC’s ongoing efforts to empower Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) across Papua New Guinea (PNG). According to Head of Retail Banking, Kili Tambua, NBC roadshows are aimed at bringing banking services directly to the people, promote financial inclusion and support the growth and sustainability of local businesses. “This initiative reflects the bank’s commitment to being a partner in the progress…
Prime Minister James Marape paid tribute to the enduring partnership between Papua New Guinea (PNG) and the United States of America (USA) at a reception that was hosted by the U.S. Embassy in Port Moresby on Friday 18th July to mark the 249th anniversary of American independence. In his remarks, Prime Minister Marape extended warm congratulations to President Donald Trump, the government, and the people of the United States, noting the global leadership role the U.S. has played in promoting democracy, Christian values, and free market principles. “On behalf of every Papua New Guinean, our children, daughters, sons, women and…
The United States (U.S) Embassy in Port Moresby hosted a vibrant celebration on Friday 18th July, marking the 249th birthday of United States of America and underscoring the enduring partnership between the U.S. and Papua New Guinea (PNG). The event brought together a distinguished array of guests, including Prime Minister James Marape as well as Foreign Minister Justin Tkatchenko and other government dignitaries. U.S Ambassador to PNG, Ann Marie Yastishock, expressed gratitude for the strong turnout, acknowledging it as a ‘testament to the strong and enduring relationship between the United States and Papua New Guinea’. She spoke more on the…
The Media Development Initiative (MDI), a long-term development program, recently celebrated twenty years of its service in Papua New Guinea (PNG). MDI works to support the role of media in the country as well as to enhance the role of media by promoting community engagement, supporting independent journalism, and improving access to information. MDI is an Australian development assistance project, funded by Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) and managed by ABC International Development (ABCID). Speaking during the 20th Anniversary on Thursday 17th of July, Minister Counsellor at the Australian High Commission, Ms. Penny Morton, spoke on the…
One of Papua New Guinea’s legendary musicians, the “King of Tolai Rock” Leonard Kania has announced that he will put down the mic, calling it a day on his musical career after more than thirty (30) years, but not without a final performance first. Kania who hails from East new Britain province, has been singing as early as in the 1990s, and has now announced his retirement with a final Extended Play (EP) Album launching in which he will be performing in four provinces covered under each region. Famous for his tolai rock hits, he will be doing his first…
Students at Divine Word University (DWU) in Madang are breathing a sigh of relief as the first semester’s Tertiary Education Study Assistance Scheme (TESAS) payment has finally been received. This was confirmed by the President of Divine Word University Professor Father Philip Gibbs at the beginning of this month of July. This comes after a period of intense uncertainty and a petition presented to Madang Governor Ramsey Pariwa regarding the protracted delays in both TESAS and Higher Education Loan Program (HELP) funding. Professor Gibbs stated that Governor Pariwa, acknowledging the government’s shortcomings, offered a public apology to the students, taking…
The Minister for Education, Lucas Dekena has condemned the inappropriate and culturally insensitive activities recently displayed by students of Gerehu Secondary School during their Mufti Day program held on Friday July 4th in Port Moresby city. The program, organized by the Student Representative Council (SRC) and supported by the school administration, was held under the theme, ‘PNG@50: Honouring Our Pacific Heritage, inspiring Modern Careers, and Celebrating Sports Outfits Innovation.’ “While we recognize that schools often host programs to help students showcase various professions and aspects of our culture, there must be clear limits,” said the minister. “Activities must always respect…
Today the 11th of July 2025 is the day Janet Philemon will close her office door at the Papua New Guinea Red Cross for the last time. It will mark the end of a 32-year journey through some of the toughest times in PNG Red Cross Society’s history, during which she helped change the way the organization provides humanitarian services in the country. Now at 77, Janet’s retirement comes at the invitation of her grandchildren in Australia, who convinced her it was time to step down from active service after more than three decades of dedication to providing Humanitarian services in Papua…
Staff of the Kina Bank recently donated food items and toiletries to the Maternity Ward at the Port Moresby General Hospital. The staff were from the bank’s International Operations Department and donated the supplies as part of their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative. The items included baby formula milk, milo, sugar, biscuits, noodles, tinned food, juice boxes, adult diapers, toilet rolls, laundry soaps and bath soaps, which were all purchased by the staff themselves. Treasury Risk Analyst Mr. Joan Topu said that many of the female staff have given birth at the hospital’s maternity ward and have seen firsthand the…