Papua New Guinea has recorded 76 new COVID-19 cases last week, increasing the total number of cases to 15,848. The cases were reported in eight provinces with Manus reporting the highest of 28 cases. Western Highlands reported 14 cases, Autonomous Region of Bougainville 13, East New Britain 10, New Ireland five, National Capital District four and Eastern Highlands and Jiwaka a single case each. Of the 76 cases recorded, 53 were males and 21 were females. Their ages range between four to 75 years. At the time of testing, 55 cases were showing symptoms of COVID-19. The country’s COVID-19 cases…
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SP PNG Hunters showcased the danger they present to their Intrust Super Cup rivals in a fighting loss to the Redcliffe Dolphins at Moreton Daily Stadium tonight. The Dolphins took advantage of a fast start to win 24-12, unloading four tries in the first 27 minutes before the Hunters clicked into gear with three tries of their own. After two frustrating losses, coach Matt Church wanted his players to show the consistency that had stamped the Hunters as top-four contenders in the first month of the season. He got that wish after the slow start as the Hunters held the…
As COVID-19 cases continue to rise daily, the Commissioner of Police and Controller of the PNG COVID-19 National Pandemic Response, Mr David Manning, has cautioned essential workers including all health workers to ensure they remain protected at all times during the course of their duties. Mr Manning says PNG’s health system is currently under stress as a result of the pandemic and that country cannot afford to have its health workers testing positive in large numbers. “Under no circumstances, no health worker must attend to suspected COVID-19 cases without wearing personal protection equipment,” cautioned Mr Manning. He said health workers…
As part of its member engagement, the National Superannuation Fund (Nasfund) recently partnered with the Young Port Moresby Chamber of Commerce & Industry (YPOMCCI) to host an information session for YPOMCCI members. Through the Fund’s Know Your Super program, this online session was hosted via Zoom and Facebook Live on Wednesday May 26, 2021. YPOMCCI members were provided an overview of Nasfund, and given an insight into the Fund’s products and services. There was also a Question & Answer session for participants. According to Nasfund Chief Officer Member Services Anne Wilson, this partnership with YPOMCCI was the first for this…
The SP PNG Hunters will focus on regaining the defensive muscle that put their Intrust Super Cup rivals on notice when they meet Redcliffe Dolphins at Moreton Daily Stadium on Saturday night. The Hunters have help on the way with some key players returning for the clash with the eighth-placed Dolphins following last weekend’s bye. The Hunters surged through a three-game winning streak in the early rounds with one of the best defensive records in the Intrust Super Cup before injuries and suspensions left them with only 17 and 18 players to select from for their last two matches. The…
The Papua New Guinea Rugby Football League (PNGRFL) has advised all league affiliates throughout the country that no games will commence until approval is sought from the Office of the Pandemic Controller. PNGRFL CEO Stanley Hondina in a brief statement said this advice covers all Major, minor, affiliated and schools rugby league competitions that no games are to be played pending approval from the Controller’s office. “The professional rugby league competition – Digicel Cup has been granted approval to commence it’s competition next Saturday June 5th, 2021,” Hondina said. “I have sent a letter today (Thursday) to the Controller seeking…
Police Commissioner and Controller of the PNG COVID-19 National Pandemic Response David Manning this week removed the requirement to test for COVID-19 for domestic air travel within the country. Mr Manning issued Measure No. 13 – Amendment Measure to No 3 Domestic Travel Measure which revoked Paragraph 2.b and 2.c of Measure No. 3 on Domestic Travel. The amendment takes effect today, Thursday May 27, 2021. Mr Manning said that the effect of this measure is to remove the requirement that persons were required to have a COVID-19 test and return a negative result the day before flying domestically. He…
Ongoing Menstrual health and hygiene promotion and education is vital for everyone to break through barriers in cultural taboos, that have negative impact on women and girls well-being. UNICEF WASH Officer Issabella Warre said lack of information and education on menstrual hygiene is affecting many women and most of them need to learn how top manage this especially in rural areas and more awareness is needed. “Health care facilities and schools play a vital role carrying out awareness on menstrual hygiene so there is enough exposure so both female and male students in school can learn including men and women…
With COVID-19 affecting the academic year it’s encouraging to see schools investing a little extra more in their students. The Gordon International School has recently purchased new desks for their students to provide an even more conducive and safe learning environment for their students. “The school made this investment to create an environment that will increase motivation amongst our students to enjoy learning.” says school Principal Mrs. Lucy Kula Mrs. Kula believes that in light of the challenges that are being faced with the COVID 19 protocols, having the right school furniture contributes to the comfort, posture and support of…
Countering recent criticism in the media from the PNG Energy Workers Association (PNGEWA) over structural realignments being implemented in PNG Power through its Refocus Initiative, PNG Power managing director, Mr. Flagon Bekker, has outlined that their expressed fears were in fact groundless. Mr. Bekker stated, “I fully understand why the union might be concerned that its members will be disadvantaged by the possible changes that have been flagged in discussions held about reform and refocus of PNG Power.” Mr. Bekker advised that there is regular communication between PNG Power Management and PNGEWA through the Employee Consultative Committee (ECC). Since late…