Air Niugini has partnered with International SOS to deliver PCR testing at Jacksons Airport for all passengers departing on Air Niugini flights. With International SOS having operated in Papua New Guinea for over 28 years and employing more than 400 Papua New Guinean health workers, Air Niugini believes they are well placed to support the delivery of this testing program. PCR testing of all international passengers departing from Port Moresby commenced on the 17th May, following its upgrade from the prior Rapid Antigen testing. Now that we have two weeks of evidence of effective implementation Air Niugini advises this test…
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Porgera Mine landowners and other stakeholders in the valley are looking forward to welcoming the State and Barrick Niugini Limited ( BNL ) teams this Thursday, June 3rd. Porgera based landowner leadership have been conducting community awareness following the signing of a Framework Agreement between the State and BNL in April which paves the way for the reopening of the mine. During these community awareness activities key aspects of the Framework Agreement that impact landowners have been shared. According to the milestone agreement, a joint venture between PNG ( 51% equity ) and BNL ( 49% equity ) will own…
With one-day polling for the Moresby Northwest by-election scheduled to commence 8:00am-6:00pm on Wednesday 2nd June 2021, Transparency International Papua New Guinea (TIPNG) is calling on the PNG Electoral Commission to prioritise logistical coordination with partner agencies, to ensure that administrative issues do not deprive voters in the electorate from exercising their constitutional rights. “The PNG Electoral Commission is the mandated body to conduct elections in Papua New Guinea. The right of voters to have free, fair and safe elections must not be diminished either through individual malice or organisational ineptitude, the electoral roll being up to date and current…
Papua New Guinea has recorded nine new COVID-19 cases this week, increasing the total number of cases to 15,910. The cases were reported in three provinces with East New Britain and New Ireland Provinces reporting four cases each whilst the National Capital District reported a single case. Of the nine cases recorded, eight were males and one female. Their ages range between 11 to 70 years. At the time of testing, five cases were showing symptoms of COVID-19 whilst three had existing medical conditions. A total of 114,671 tests have been conducted for COVID-19 in PNG of which 15,910 were…
UN Women and the Department for Community Development and Religion concluded a three-day workshop in Port Moresby on advocacy and coalition-building for women leaders from across the Southern Region. The workshop was the first in a series of four workshops that will be held in each region across the country over the coming months. The workshops aim to provide an opportunity for women leaders from across each region to come together to learn more about the principles and benefits of coalition-building to support collective action. “There is a strong desire from many to see women back in the National Parliament…
World Milk Day is an international day established by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations to recognize the importance of milk as a global food and its vital role in global food systems, providing economic, nutritional, and social benefits to a large proportion of the world’s population. It has been observed on June 1 each year since 2001. The International Dairy Federation, A recognised international authority in the development of science-based standards for the dairy sector, say School milk programs are common in many countries around the world, for good reason. The benefits of providing school children with…
Papua New Guinea has recorded 53 new COVID-19 cases this week, increasing the total number of cases to 15,901. The cases were reported in six provinces with Southern Highlands Province reporting the highest of 22 cases, followed by Eastern Highlands with 20, National Capital District seven cases, Simbu two cases and Morobe and Enga a single case each. Of the 53 cases recorded, 28 were males and 25 were females. Their ages range between four to 77 years. At the time of testing, 36 cases were showing symptoms of COVID-19. The country’s COVID-19 cases now stands at with 162 known deaths.…
Prime Minister Hon. James Marape, MP has outlined his Pangu Party’s policies for Moresby North-West for the next nine months, after its by-election. He made these policies known during a joint rally by four (4) intending candidates running for the Moresby North-West seat, this by-election on Friday, May 28, 2021. “Although I am here today to promote our Pangu Pati policies and support our candidate Lohia Boe Samuel, I am also here to urge you to follow your hearts and vote for whoever you feel is the right one to lead you for the next nine months before the 2022…
BSP Group CEO Robin Fleming when presenting their certificates in Port Moresby on Friday 21st May 2021, said this is the second largest group to graduate from PNGIBBM with Diplomas, “the largest was in 2015 when a total of 27 staff from various business units and branches around PNG, graduated with Bachelors, Diplomas and Certificate IV in Frontline Management.” “We value the career development and progression of our people hence, we are always happy to support them in further advancing their qualification whilst being employed with the Bank. Most who have undergone similar programs in the past have progressed from…
Anthony Pereira – Resignation as Chief Executive Officer and Acting Chief Financial Officer The Board of Directors of PNG Air Limited announces that Anthony Pereira has resigned effective immediately from 27th of May. The reasons for resignation was due to family issues. The Board expressed their sincere thanks to Mr. Pereira for his contribution towards the company for last eighteen (18) months. Stanley Stevens – Appointed as Acting Chief Executive Officer The Board of Directors have met and appointed, Stanley Stevens, as an Acting Chief Executive Officer until further announcement is made. Mr. Stevens has been the longest serving member…