Bank South Pacific Financial Group Limited (BSP) has continued its support for the Hiri Moale Festival with a K100, 000 donation made to the organizers of Port Moresby’s premier cultural event. The cheque was presented to the organizing committee at the Ravalian Haus by BSP Group Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Mr. Mark Robinson on Friday 1st March, 2024. The Hiri Moale Festival has its roots in the traditional trade voyages that took place between the Motuan people of the Central Province and the people of the Gulf Province. Mr. Robinson stated that BSP has had a long tradition of supporting…
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The Kokoda Track Foundation (KTF) has signaled the beginning of the 2024 Archer Leadership Development Program with its annual Archer Leaders cocktail event held this week in Port Moresby to welcome 12 young leaders selected to undergo the leadership program. KTF is an Australian Non-Government Organization (NGO) focused on the four pillars of education, health, equality and leadership that has helped forged Papua New Guinea’s next generation leaders through its Archer Leadership Development Program. At the event, the exceptional 2023 cohort of Archer Leaders joined the 94-strong alumni with the 12 new Archer Leaders for 2024, who were chosen out…
After a long wait, repair work on the Tokua Airport runway in Kokopo District, East New Britain province, commenced on Tuesday the 27th of February this year. The airport according to a statement from the ENB Provincial Administration, is currently undergoing pavement repairs and an overlaying of asphalt on the 300 meters by 12m damaged part (pothole) of the 1, 720-meter runway, that was believed to have been caused around the early 2000s as heavier aircraft were introduced to Tokua airport. It is reported that since then, the damaged part of the runway has reduced its length, and thus downgraded…
In an effort to tackle misinformation and boost public trust in vaccinations, ABC International Development is supporting a Papua New Guinean national health promotion program. ‘Tok Immuniti’ meaning ‘Talk about Immunity’ is the national campaign that was launched on 29th February 2024 with the support of the PNG National Department of Health and the Australian Government. This program according to a statement, puts digital and physical resources in the hands of provincial health workers, empowering them to speak knowledgeably and confidently about immunity and vaccination to actively address rumours and misinformation in their communities. With aims to run a five-week…
Local Papua New Guinean singer/songwriter, Sailas Kania Jnr, best known throughout the country as ‘Saii Kay’ is launching his Malolo and Unlove Tour on the 1st of March at the Cosmopolitan here in the Nation’s Capital which will be the first of the twelve provinces that he will be touring. “I am really psyched about the MALOLO and UNLOVE TOUR show.” “Fans can expect all our latest hit songs. We are set on giving a really good show.” “The first leg of the tour will be in the month of March.” Following the tour launch on, 1st March at the…
“If we love and respect Somare, we must love and respect this country.” These were the words of the Prime Minister James Marape in his keynote speech at the Candle Night Commemorative Vigil that was held in remembrance and honor of Papua New Guinea’s founding father, late Grand Chief Sir Michael Thomas ToPalangat Somare. Prime Minister Marape spoke of the late Grand Chief ‘s leadership and describe Somare as a one of a kind leader adding that he was a great man of this country, just like Mandela was for South Africa, Ghandi was for India and Abraham Lincoln was…
National Capital District (NCD) Provincial Health Authority (PHA) recently swore in ten newly appointed Board members at the National Department of Health (NDoH) Headquarters at Aopi Centre in Port Moresby. Members of the board included Chairman Mr. Daniel Waswas, Deputy Chairman Mr. Hubert Namani, Dr. Dora Lenturut-Kata representing the NDoH, Mr. Yiannis Nicolaou, Mr. Justin Tan, Reverend Mr. Jacob Kila, Ms. Dika Toua, Ms. Mirriam Dogimab, Dr. Luke Anthony and NCD City Manager and ex-officio member, Mr. Ravu Frank. Two members of the new board – Ms. Toua and Rev. Kila – were not present on this occasion. The swearing-in…
The National Flag Carrier- Air Niugini has come out to say that it is working to restore normal operations across its domestic network following the cancelations of flights this morning due to the bad weather. Air Niugini’s Corporate Communications Department has announced in a statement that due to the unpleasant weather this morning, restoration of services have been hampered in Port Moresby. “Air Niugini flights are not grounded, but services have been delayed and will be restored and resolved in a timely manner. Again, we thank our valued passengers and traveling public for their patience.” Air Niugini has again reassured…
The Rabaul and Gazelle Districts in East New Britain (ENB) have taken a collaborative approach to addressing law and order in their communities. The two districts in a joint statement announced that they have joined forces to confront the escalating law and order issues within their borders along the North Coast Road (NCR). There have been surges in criminal activities in recent months, included attempted hold-ups of public motor vehicles (PMVs) traversing the NCR, community fights, and unsettling incidents of harassment directed at women and young female students that have raised concerns. A recent attack on the Rabaul district staff…
The Bank South Pacific Financial Group have announced a net profit after tax (NPAT) of K890 million and declared a final dividend of K1.06 per share, that will be payable on 22 March 2024, bringing the full year dividend for 2023 Fiscal Year to K1.43 per share. Mark Robinson, BSP Group Chief Executive Officer, in a statement, noted that whilst this net profit result was 18% lower than the previous year, it reflected the new 45% corporate tax rate in Papua New Guinea that had a direct impact of K209 million on NPAT. “Income increased 8.4% to K2.8 billion, driven…