The Yangoru-Saussia District MP and Minister for International Trade and Investment, Richard Maru said, the district in the East Sepik Province will not implement the 1-6-6 school structure. Maru said, “Yangoru-Saussia District is not implementing this structure and will not invest in it because it is very costly.” The 1-6-6 school structure was introduced in 2018 and comprises of one year for elementary education, 6 years for primary education, and 6 years for secondary education. Maru said the Yangoru-Saussia District was not against this school structure but would not implement it because it was costly. “The question is: what do…
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Digicel, PNG’s leading telecommunications and digital operator will be making its customers wishes come true this Christmas’ with grand cash prizes, weekly cash and prizes plus daily prize in its 2023 Christmas promotion. The promotion, officially launched today is dubbed ‘Digicel, Making Wishes Come True’. With this promotion, Digicel will be awarding massive grand cash prizes of K100, 000, K50, 000 and K30, 000 cash to three lucky winners nationwide. Weekly prizes will also be awarded to five lucky winners every week for six weeks. The weekly prizes include; K5, 000 cash, a 5000L water tank, a 3000 watts diesel…
Due to the change in the weather pattern, the country is currently experiencing a strong influenza outbreak which at this time, is yet to be confirmed by the National Department of Health (NDoH) as to the type of strand it is. NDoH Deputy Secretary-National Health Service Standard, Ken Wai said, the type of influenza that were experiencing right is stronger which is affecting many people to have the cough and flu that is also contributing to shortness of breath. He added that, this is not COVID and they are working around the clock to find out the strand or type…
In a bid to address the growing concerns over law-and-order issues plaguing the East New Britain province, the National Doctor’s Association ENB Branch has presented a timely petition to the provincial government. The move is on behalf of the ENB Provincial Health Authority doctors and Rabaul Provincial Hospital staff comes amidst the alarming rise in criminal activities, putting professionals, including doctors and nurses at risk. NDA Branch president and Senior Surgeon- Dr Kevin Lapu presented the petition to the Member for Rabaul Dr Allan Marat, Acting Provincial Administrator Levi Mano and ENB Police Commander Januarus Vosivai today (Nov 15) at…
The SP PNG Hunters have announced that existing assistant coach Paul Aiton has been elevated to the role of Head Coach for the 2024 QRL Hostplus Cup competition. The club has also named an official 40-man training squad in preparation for the upcoming season. The selection of Aiton in the Head Coach capacity is the latest evidence of the Hunters upward trajectory as a football club. Over the last few years, the Hunters have made considerable strides both on and off the field towards a highly professional and successful outfit, and Aiton’s acquisition fits this mould. Having most recently worked…
Phases 2 and 3 of the jointly managed “Women Directors Program for 2023” saw a total of 19 female directors successfully complete the program which saw the Kumul Consolidated Holdings managing director, Professor David Kavanamur and the New Zealand High Commissioner, Peter Zwart certify the 19 women. The training is an initiative of KCH and its vision on promoting women on SOE boards in the country. At present there are 20% women representation on SOE boards. The Women Directorship Program is aimed at achieving 30% female representation on SOE boards by the end of December 2025. Women participants with diverse…
Air Niugini will receive much needed assistance to develop human capital from Airbus, through its learning subsidiary, Airbus Beyond after finalizing its commitment. The move signifies a pivotal step towards advancing the airline’s workforce capabilities and aims to equip Air Niugini’s middle management with the expertise required for the next phase of its development. This comes following the recent order by the airline for a new A220 fleet. Over the next three years, Airbus Beyond will deliver specialised training courses at Airbus’ Campus in Singapore. The programmes are designed to nurture future talents in crucial areas such as airline operations,…
All thanks to the efforst of youths in the Urban Youth Employment Project II, the memorial Sana Peace Park in Port Moresby is taking shape. Landscaping and other minor works is currently being carried out by youths in Intake Four as part of skills training under the supervision of Project contractor Phoenix Builders Limited. Intake Four from the Port Moresby Northwest (MNW) electorate are working to construct an 850-meter footpath including 1.249 kilometre of perimeter fencing. With strong emphasis from the National Capital District (NCD) Governor Powes Parkop for a citywide approach to development, the contribution by the youths, although…
Papua New Guinea has announced its flag bears for Team PNG with tennis ace, Mathew Stubbings and champion woman footballer, Ramona Padio to lead Team PNG to the XVII Pacific Games in Honiara, Solomon Islands this month. The duo will lead the team into the National Stadium on 19th November during the Opening Ceremony of the Games. This was announced during the Team PNG farewell ceremony on Friday 10th in Port Moresby by the PNG Olympic Committee. President of the PNG Olympic Committee Sir John Dawanincura said, they are blessed to have such a wide diverse set of athletes, ranging…
Driving transparency, accountability and transformation within the Papua New Guinea Law Society is the aim of the newly elected President of the Papua New Guinea Law Society (PNGLS). The new President of the Law Society Hubert Hanjause Namani said he is committed to drive reforms to bring about transformation, transparency and accountability within the Law Society as he had full confidence in the capabilities of the diverse Council members who were elected alongside him. “It is my vision to align the Law Society with the best practices observed within the Commonwealth and the wider region.” “Transparency and accountability will be…