Marie Stopes Papua New Guinea (MSPNG) and the Papua New Guinea Assembly of Disabled Persons (PNG ADP) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to improve access to sexual and reproductive health (SRH) services for persons with disabilities. The signing ceremony brought together key leaders from both organizations, with Ms. Angelyn Famudi, Country Director of MSPNG, and Mr. Kaman Wasup, Treasurer of PNG ADP, officially establishing the partnership. The partnership between the two organizations was formalized at the Marie Stopes PNG office in Port Moresby on the 19th of March 2025. The three-year partnership will implement specialized training programs for…
Author: Maxine KAMUS
The Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) and the Intergovernmental Forum on Mining, Minerals, Metals, and Sustainable Development (IGF) conducted a specialized technical workshop for the Internal Revenue Commission (IRC) of Papua New Guinea (PNG). The workshop is part of the Deep Dive Programme to Address Base Erosion and Profit Shifting (BEPS) in the Extractive Industry. “The session, held on Wednesday, 26 March 2025, included participation from key stakeholders, including the Department of Treasury and the Mineral Resources Authority (MRA). The workshop aimed to strengthen tax administration enforcement and institutional capacity, with a targeted focus on: Capital Gains Tax…
Prime Minister James Marape has made a strong call to action for Papua New Guinea’s agriculture sector, urging an immediate shift from subsistence farming to commercial agriculture as a mean of driving economic growth, job creation and national self-sufficiency. Mr. Marape underscored the urgent need to transform the agriculture sector into the backbone of PNG’s economy. He stressed that agriculture remains the most sustainable and inclusive path to national prosperity, given the country’s rich land, favorable climate and natural gas. The Prime Minister directed agriculture sector leaders to prioritize lands near ports and major road networks, ensuring that production areas…
The Kiunga Airport in the Western province will be getting a much-needed upgrade soon to improve its facilities to cater for aircrafts, where the groundbreaking took place yesterday. Prime Minister James Marape, Civil Aviation Minister Wake Goi, Western Province Governor, Taboi Awi Yoto, North Fly MP, James Donald, and other Government Ministers, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and important guests broke ground at a ceremony in Kiunga, to officially mark the start of the Kiunga Airport Upgrade Project. The National Airport Corporation (NAC) stated that the Kiunga airport upgrade is valued at PGK 70.60 million. NAC said that the Kiunga…
BSP Financial Group Limited, the South Pacific’s International Bank, has proudly unveiled its revitalized brand identity – marking a bold new chapter in its history. The refreshed brand marks a significant milestone in BSP’s journey, reflecting its evolution as a regional leader and its ongoing commitment to delivering exceptional banking services. More than a visual update, it reinforces BSP’s strong connection to the communities it serves across Papua New Guinea and the South Pacific. BSP Group CEO, Mark T Robinson, said the unveil marks an exciting new chapter for BSP. “Our new look captures the energy and ambition driving us…
The CPL Group Limited and the Eliseo Group Limited have received their funding from the Government under phase three of the Government assistance program that helped business houses that were affected during the January 10 events or Black Wednesday. The CPL Group received K4 million, and Eliseo Group also received K4million from the Government. Acting Chief Secretary Ivan Pomaleu presented the cheques to both business houses at the Melanesian House today. Mr. Pomaleu said that the total is K8 million which is part of the K50 million that was put to assist businesses that were affected during the Black Wednesday…
The exhibition ‘Integrity and Action’ hosted by Transparency International PNG is not merely a display of information, it is a call to action, says Transparency International PNG Board Treasurer Michelle Hau’ofa. Ms. Hau’ofa stated that the exhibition is a testament to TIPNG’s unwavering commitment to promoting transparency, accountability and integrity within PNG. “I serve as the Treasurer of the TIPNG Board and on behalf of the entire board, I extend a warm welcome to each of you. Your presence here today underscores the importance of our collective efforts in building a more just and equitable Papua New Guinea. The exhibition…
The Media Council of Papua New Guinea (MCPNG) was amongst the participating agencies at the Transparency International PNG ‘Integrity and Action’ Exhibition held at the Holiday Inn in Port Moresby city today. MCPNG President Neville Choi was present at the MCPNG Booth to speak to participants of the exhibition specifically students from few schools in NCD. Mr. Choi explained to the students and other exhibition participants about the role of the Media Council of PNG and also the role media play in society and in fighting corruption. The Media Council of Papua New Guinea (MCPNG) was established back in 1985…
Transparency International PNG (TIPNG) opened the 5TH Integrity and Action Exhibition today at the Holiday Inn Hotel in Port Moresby city. The two days of exhibition was officially opened by TIPNG Founding Director, Dame Meg Taylor. Dame Meg Taylor in her opening speech stated that the exhibition title ‘Integrity and Action’ speaks volume as both words are critical, not just as concepts, but as guiding principles for our society and our future. “Integrity at its heart is about honesty, transparency and accountability in our personal lives, our professional endeavours and in our governance. Integrity is the quality of possessing high…
Prime Minister (PM) James Marape has issued a stern response to recent statements made by Sinasina-Yongomugl MP, Kerenga Kua, urging politicians with vested interests to refrain from making inflammatory public remarks that undermine the sanctity of ongoing court proceedings. PM Marape emphasized that matters currently before the courts should not be discussed in public forums. He cautioned politicians who exploit these situations to advance their political agendas, describing such conduct as irresponsible and detrimental to the credibility of the judicial process. PM Marape reiterated the importance of respecting judicial processes and allowing the courts to handle legal matters without interference.…