The Yangoru-Saussia District Development Authority (DDA) is building the new Kamatohu Primary School in the heart of the Sepik Plains. Member for Yangoru-Saussia District and Minister for International Trade and Investment, Richard Maru said this is the first time in 50 years the people in this area are getting a school for the education of their children. “Like I said many times, we are working hard since my election in 2012 to reach the unreached and to make sure no one is left behind.” He said, this new primary school and three other new primary schools in the district now…
Author: Paula DAVID
Providing equal space for women and girls to thrive will contribute a lot to almost every aspect of development of this amazing city of Port Moresby and the nation as a whole. NCD Governor Powes Parkop alluded this during the first ever-official visit to Papua New Guinea by UN Women Regional Director for Asia and the Pacific, Ms. Christine Arab. Ms. Arab’s first engagement on Tuesday 28th, was at Gordons market which is the largest market ever built in the country and around the Pacific region. Upon her reception, Governor Parkop shared sentiments on issues and challenges women and girls…
During the high-level delegation with TotalEnergies to discuss the progress of key LNG projects in Papua New Guinea, including the flagship Papua LNG project, a new exploration opportunity at Mailu in Central Province, Prime Minister James Marape stressed that employing Papua New Guineans is non-negotiable. The delegation included Mr Mehme Celepoglu – Vice President Oceania and Southeast Asia, Mr Daniel Domine – Managing Directo of Marketing and Services PNG, and Mr Arnold Berthet – Managing Director of Exploration and Production for Papua LNG. The meeting centred on project timelines, workforce development, and the significant economic benefits these initiatives are expected…
With the start of another academic year students, parents and guardians are all geared up for registrations and orientation, especially for new students starting their academic journey at a new institution. The University of Papua New Guinea took time out to clarify its GPA and course combination in selection criteria during its orientation program on Tuesday, 28th January for new students. The University has affirmed that they can only deal with students selected already through the Department of Higher Education Research, Science and Technology (DHERST) National Online Application System (NOAS) and the National Online Selection System (NOSS). The Executive Management…
Air Niugini (ANG) and the Rotary Club of Port Moresby have teamed up to provide free uplift services for vital life-saving medical equipment to Lae city, where it will be installed at the Tomodachi International Airport terminal in Nadzab. Two defibrillators, critical medical devices used to restore normal heart rhythms in individuals experiencing cardiac arrests, have been airlifted to Nadzab. These devices can effectively save lives by delivering an electric shock to the heart, correcting abnormal heartbeats. The Rotary Club of Port Moresby acquired this vital equipment and funded first aid training from St. John Ambulance at the costs of…
Sambio United FC put on an impressive display of football during round 10 of the Women’s Northern Conference Soccer League held at the Lae Football Association ground, decisively defeating Morobe Tulips with a resounding score of 6-0. This commanding victory allowed them to conclude the 2024/2025 season on a high note. The women hailing from Mumeng in the Bulolo District capitalized on Morobe Tulips’ inability to field a full-strength team, showcasing their skill and teamwork throughout the match. In a thrilling first half, they netted three goals, exploiting defensive gaps and demonstrating their offensive prowess. The second half saw no…
In the third round of matches for the Public Servants Netball Competition at the Rita Flyn Netball Courts in POM, the National Mari Time Safety Authority (NMSA) defeated the Department of Justice and Attorney General team one (1) (DJAG 1) 9-8 in a tight contest. Despite the scorching sun, the ladies heated it off on the courts much to the likes of team NMSA in the first match for division four (4). Team DJAG 1 had a number of good chances of goal shots but were unsuccessful. The ladies still pushed on in the first half to come back for…
In recognition of K92 Mining Inc.’s noteworthy contribution to the nation’s mining industry and economic development for Papua New Guinea, Minister for Mining Wake Goi praised the company for its record-breaking production performance in the fourth quarter of 2024. “I extend my congratulations to K92 Mining for achieving this historic milestone in production. This record-breaking performance not only demonstrates the company’s operational excellence but also underscores the strength and potential of our mining industry to drive economic growth and create employment opportunities for our people.” Minister Goi also acknowledged K92 for several efforts which include advancing its exploration efforts, paying…
The Private Companies Netball Competition (PCNC) kicked off its second round of matches over the weekend on Sunday 19th January, at the Rita Flyn outdoor courts in Port Moresby city, much to the excitement of netball fans. According to PCNC President Julie Mai, the competition is made up of organizations right across the country with the goal to network, interact and bond and having a good time. “Although we work from 8-5, many times we are not interacting with each other (our own colleagues), so this is a fun space for us to network and bond with other organizations, with…
The Public Servants Netball Round 2 matches kicked off this Saturday (18th January) at the Rita Flynn Courts much to the excitement of netball fans. President of the Public Servants Association Mary Nauga said, the teams taking part in the tournament compromises of public sector departments in NCD. “The different departments in NCD form a team and come and compete every year. Our season starts in October and then ends in February depending on the number of teams that we have.” Nauga said, for this year, they are looking forward to wrapping up the games on a high note because…