In a commendable display of corporate social responsibility, Ramu NiCo, the mining company operating in the Kurumbukari Mine area, recently contributed thousands of Kina worth of medicine supplies to the Enakuai Village Clinic. The generous donation, facilitated through the company’s ongoing Community Development Fund (CDF) scheme, was handed over on Sunday, January 7, 2024. The initiative stemmed from a late 2023 request by the Kurumbukari Landowners Association (KBK LOA) to Ramu NiCo Management (MCC) Limited (RNML). Mr. Albert Tobe, Deputy General Manager of RNML Community Affairs (CA), commended the KBK LOA for their prudent decision to utilize the CDF scheme…
Author: Martha Louis
In a secluded part of the Western Pacific, Wenceslaus Magun is tirelessly advocating for the preservation of endangered leatherback turtles. These majestic sea creatures are on the verge of extinction, and Magun is fervently dedicated to their cause. The leatherback turtles are among the five most critically endangered species worldwide, according to the international conservation union. Magun is deeply troubled by this dire situation, prompting him to become their staunch defender and prevent their irreversible disappearance. “These turtles need a voice,” asserts Magun. “I’ve taken it upon myself to be that voice.” Magun’s journey started in 1995 when he collaborated…
In the aftermath of the events that transpired on January 10, 2024, in Port Moresby, Assistant Police Commissioner (ACP) Peter Guinness has been appointed as the interim Commander for the NCD/Central Command. This move comes as ACP Anthony Wagambie Jr faces suspension pending disciplinary investigations into the aforementioned events. Acting Police Commissioner Donald Yamasombi made the announcement, expressing confidence in ACP Guinness’s capabilities and citing his esteemed track record and the respect he commands within the police force. ACP Guinness has a wealth of experience at the operational level, having served as ACP Northern Command since 2015. During this tenure,…
In a decisive move,Acting Police Commissioner Donald Yamasombi has relieved the Command of the NCD/Central Command of duties, placing him on a 21-day suspension. The suspension comes as part of an ongoing investigation into disciplinary offenses, as stipulated by Part IV of the Police Act 1998. Acting Commissioner of Police, Donald Yamasombi, announced the suspension, attributing it to preliminary findings from the RPNGC Internal Affairs Directorate (IAD). The investigation focuses on the events that unfolded on Wednesday, January 10, 2024. “Acting on the advice of the IAD Director, I have approved the suspension of the NCD/Central Commander in accordance with the…
Morobe Governor Luther Wenge has announced that there was in actual fact a tax increase as per the Income Tax ( Salary & Wages Tax) (Rates)(2024 Budget)(Amendment) Bill 2023 that was an act to amend the Income Tax (Salary Tax)(Rates)(1979), that was made by the National Parliament to come into effect on the 1st January, 2024 was not a technical glitch but simply the law being implemented. “It’s not a technical glitch. I am a legislator, we passed that law. I remember it clearly. It’s the clear law, they are implementing it.” Governor Wenge stated that he has told the…
Lae City, often perceived as larger than it truly is, comprises numerous settlements that converge on the town from various directions. However, recent events unfolded as these settlements converged, prompting a response from the three disciplinary officers to quell the situation. During the protests, aimed at raising various concerns, the disciplinary officers had to intervene, resulting in the injury and demise of several would-be looters. Out of those involved, five individuals lost their lives, and their bodies are currently housed at the morgue. Additionally, numerous others sustained injuries, with several admitted to the hospital. Addressing the situation, ACP for Northern…
Member of Parliament for Nawaeb and Special Parliamentary Chairman for Ease of Doing Business in PNG Theo Pelgen, along with other community leaders, is calling on all communities to take ownership of their cities and neighborhoods in the wake of recent acts of destruction. This appeal follows the devastating events in Port Moresby yesterday and ongoing attempts in Lae and other parts of the country. Pelgen emphasizes that decisions regarding the aftermath of these incidents and the necessary strategic actions rest within the ranks of the government. He urges leaders to address these issues on the parliamentary floor, where the…
Morobe Governor Luther Wenge urgently appeal to Prime Minister James Marape to convene a parliamentary session and repeal the recently enacted income tax law. Wenge attributes the recent demonstrations and protests in Port Moresby to the contentious law being implemented by the Internal Revenue Commission (IRC) in 2024. He emphasizes the unprecedented resistance against an unjust and burdensome law, urging the Prime Minister to address the matter promptly by calling for parliamentary action. Wenge criticizes the IRC for their role in implementing the law, emphasizing the need for accountability. He calls upon the Prime Minister and the Speaker of Parliament…
Madang Provincial Health Authority (PHA) is poised to elevate its healthcare services, courtesy of a recent donation comprising a substantial 9000-liter water tank. This significant contribution is part of the Community Support Initiative spearheaded by Mr. Banasi. The invaluable role of water in healthcare has been duly acknowledged, with expressions of deep gratitude coming from Madang PHA’s management, staff, and patients. Dr. Martin Daimen, serving as the Caretaker CEO of Madang PHA, highlights the purpose of the newly acquired water tank. Specifically designated for the Children’s Ward, it is set to play a crucial role during main water system outages,…
In the bustling town of Madang, a local woman entrepreneur, Jacklyn Jimlake, has been silently breaking barriers and defying odds in her pursuit of entrepreneurship. Amidst the challenges faced by small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the province, Jacklyn has emerged as a resilient force, balancing her roles as a full-time employee, mother, and grandmother. One of the major hurdles Jacklyn encountered was the absence of a dedicated marketplace or space for SME women entrepreneurs in Madang. Undeterred by this obstacle, she identified an innovative solution – utilizing her free time to sell meri blouses and other products. Despite the…