EU-STREIT PNG Programme Strengthens Fisheries Sector and Empowers Local Communities in Papua New Guinea. This time the Programme successfully distributed critical resources to over 13,000 fisher folks in the greater Sepik region, empowering local communities and enhancing their livelihoods through sustainable fisheries development. The initiative, which involved the delivery of 50 engine-powered boats and 200 durable fishing canoes to 91 fisher groups, is set to improve fish catch, boost income opportunities, and contribute to food and nutrition security for coastal, island, and riverine communities in the region. The EU-STREIT PNG Programme equipped coastal and island fisher groups with 23-foot craft…
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Westpac is pleased to announce the appointment of Andrew Cairns as the new Chief Executive for Papua New Guinea, effective immediately. Andrew brings a wealth of leadership experience in banking, social finance, telecommunications, and corporate social responsibility, having worked in Australia, the South Pacific, Asia, and the United States. With a proven record of driving business growth, operational success, and innovation, Andrew’s expertise will be crucial in further strengthening Westpac’s role as a reliable financial partner in PNG. Emma Low, Managing Director of Westpac Pacific, welcomed Andrew to the role. “It’s a pleasure to officially welcome Andrew Cairns as Chief…
With more support to show to our national sport “rugby league”, Ok Tedi Mining Limited (OTML) has come on board to support the sport of football to grow and expand the code across the country with a financial support of K1 million to the PNG Football Association (PNGFA). OTLM Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Kedi Ilimbit, said just like rugby, many kids throughout the country also enjoy playing soccer, which is why OTML has come on board to support the development of soccer. He said OTML been a 100% owned company that’s been helping in the education, health,…
To tackle the increasing number of cervical cancers in Papua New Guinea, the Sir Brian Bell Foundation and the City Pharmacy Foundation Inc. have announced a new initiative called “Her Health Hub”, which will provide critical diagnostic services for early detection and prevention of cervical cancer for women and girls in PNG. Ultimately, this initiative will see the everyday Papua New Guinean woman have access to HPV and cervical cancer screening for only K20. Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Sir Brian Bell Foundation (SBBF) Bronwyn Wright, said women and Girls will be assisted by Doctors and Nurses who have…
The inaugural Artificial Intelligence (AI) Summit 2025 was held today in Port Moresby city, giving a fair understanding of this transformative tool, its massive benefits and the responsibility that comes with using it. The Summit, which was hosted at the Crown Hotel, was organized by the International Training Institute (ITI) and the PNG Centre for Advancement of Internet Technology, themed, “Harnessing Artificial Intelligence for a Resilient and Inclusive Papua New Guinea.” In his keynote address, Minister for Information and Communications Technology, Timothy Masiu, highlighted the Summit as a significant milestone in PNG’s digital journey. He linked the event to the…
The Department of Provincial & Local Level Government Affairs (DPLGA) has set a target to open the long-awaited Wutung Border Post on 16th September 2025, aligning with Papua New Guinea’s 50th Independence Anniversary celebrations. This milestone will benefit the people of Wutung and the wider West Sepik Province, while strengthening ties between Papua New Guinea and Indonesia. Minister for Provincial and Local Level Government Affairs, Soroi Marepo Eoe, stated, “There is no better time or gift for the people of Wutung than to open the long-awaited Wutung Border Post and light up their homes on Independence Day 2025. This project…
Sir John Pundari has reiterated that any leader who seeks to bring about change in the current regime must be free of systemic corruption and dishonesty, emphasizing that individuals who embody these negative traits are unfit for the office of Prime Minister. “A leader who aspires to make a difference must first be clear of corruption and theft. These behaviors have no place in the leadership of our nation, and those who engage in such practices are unfit to govern,” said Sir Pundari. He also expressed concern over leaders with authoritarian tendencies, drawing comparisons to figures like Idi Amin of…
People in the northwest part of New Britain have been urged to stay alert after a 7.5 magnitude earthquake hit this morning at 6:05am, April 5th, 2025. According to a member of the West New Britain Provincial Disaster – Kimbe Volcano Observatory Officer in Charge Mr. Hereman Volele, they are still monitoring the situation at this time. He said, the earthquake shook Pomio and came down to northwest of New Britain, where the Ulawun station is. He said, after the earthquake that struck in the early hours of this morning, his team is very busy at this time as they…
A group of vanilla farmers from Mandi Village, Wewak District, East Sepik Province, have successfully secured an export deal with a buyer in Singapore. Supported by the EU-STREIT PNG Programme, over 200 farmers—including women and youth—are preparing their first shipment. Vanilla farming, one of the world’s most expensive spices, offers significant potential to boost rural incomes and strengthen PNG’s position in the global vanilla market. The farmers are benefiting from comprehensive support, including climate-smart agricultural training, healthy vanilla cuttings, and exposure to global trade shows. Through the Programme, Mongs AgTrade Services Ltd, which represents these farmers, received critical training in…
Papua New Guinea (PNG) is set to expand its rural transformation strategy by adopting South Korea’s successful Saemaul Undong (SMU) model, following a 13-year pilot in Eastern Highlands Province (EHP). This decision, announced by Minister for Provincial and Local Level Government Affairs Soroi Eoe, will extend the model to five additional provinces. The SMU, or New Village Movement, is a community-driven development approach that helped transform South Korea from a war-ravaged, poor nation to a global economic leader. The model emphasizes self-help, cooperation, and community ownership, principles that PNG seeks to apply in empowering its rural areas. Launched in the…