Young PNG local singer, Raylinda Ruth Mura popularly known by her stage name Raylinda,was surprised to find out she had been nominated for the Female Artist of the year category in the YUMI FM PNG Musik Awards ceremony this Saturday, June 1st. “I’m surprised maybe because I wasn’t thinking about it, but I’m happy and it feels good to be nominated for this award.” “I feel like it’s a bit of an appreciation but it’s not like I’m expecting it because there are a lot of great female artists out there like Mereani, Esther and Danielle.” “I do appreciate the…
Author: Tennyalle TAGETE
Digicel PNG Limited, the country’s biggest cellphone network provider has extended its deepest condolences to the Government of PNG, the Enga Provincial Government, the people of Mulitaka, and the families affected by the catastrophic landslide in Yambali, Enga Province. The May 24 disaster caused extensive damage to homes and essential infrastructure, leading to the displacement of thousands of local villagers and the deaths of many. In a statement, Acting Chief Executive Officer, Ketan Mehta, expressed Digicel’s concern for the well-being of the families affected by the devastating landslide. “Our hearts go out to those currently affected as they cope with…
PNGFM Limited, parent company of Nau FM, Yumi FM, Legend FM, PNG HAUSBUNG and MAGIC FACTORY today announced the YUMI FM PNG MUSIK AWARDS 2023 with Kumul Consolidated Holdings (KCH) is set for Saturday June 1st at the Lamana Gold Club Arena. General Manager of PNGFM, Rosemarie ‘Shaz’ Botong stated that the YUMI FM PNG MUSIK AWARDS is a celebration of our local artists and is the only event that recognizes the efforts of artists in the country. “We are celebrating its 19th year. We have Saii Kay who has three nominations this year and Sprigga Mek who is a…
The United States (US) Government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), has provided support to PNG Power Limited (PPL) to design and implement its Amnesty Initiative. The initiative has added over 30, 000 new customers to PPL’s customer registry to date, which generated additional revenue for the utility of over K1 million from 2022 to 2023. USAID Country Representative, Nino Nadiradze stated that ongoing revenue created by these new registrations is expected to top several million Kina per year. “The United States is committed to helping PPL increase revenue, build their customer base, and improve…
Another legend in the country’s music industry has fallen with the nation now mourning the death of music legend, the late Lister Serum MBE (Member of the Order of the British Empire), who passed away yesterday, Friday 24th May. The late Serum was recognized for his contribution to the music industry in Papua New Guinea (PNG) in 2019 with the British Order awarded by the late Queen Elizabeth II, which is awarded for an outstanding achievement or service to the community. Yumi FM radio announcer, Kasty stated that he had known him to be one who was humble in his…
For the first time ever, Kumul Consolidated Holdings (KCH) has proudly come on board as the main Platinum Sponsor for the YUMI FM PNG Musik Awards for 2023, which is set to take place on Saturday June 1st at the Lamana Gold Club Arena, Port Moresby city. KCH, formerly known as the Independent Public Business Corporation (IPBC), was initially established under the Kumul Consolidated Holdings Act of 2002 and acts as a trustee and holds assets vested in it for the benefit of the Government of Papua New Guinea (PNG) and the people of Papua New Guinea. Managing Director of…
Nominated for the first time in the Yumi FM PNG Musik Awards 2023, Allan Aufamau well known by his stage name “Sprigga Mek” was surprised to find out he was one of the nominees. He was nominated for his album ‘Kanaka Messenjah’ and said that the nomination came as a surprise to him. “To be honest it came as a surprise, I don’t usually get nominated for these things. It’s a great honor and privilege to be acknowledged after all these years. It’s for the culture.” “I’m looking forward to the night. I’ll be performing so I’ll make sure to…
The inaugural Central Music Festival (CMF), taking place from today May 24th to the 26th, is poised to deliver significant economic and social benefits to Central Province, specifically to the Rigo District. This groundbreaking event, organized with the support of the National Cultural Commission (NCC), will not only showcase local talent and culture, but also stimulate the local economy and foster community development. Allen Kedea, President of the Central Music Festival, emphasized the uniqueness and importance of the event. “In Central, it is definitely the first. And I think nationally we have not had a provincial music festival yet,” he…
The Yumi FM and sister stations Nau FM and Legend FM breakfast crew went on a roadshow today to promote the Yumi FM PNG MUSIK Awards 2023 with the support of Platinum Sponsor Kumul Consolidated Holdings. The roadshow route started at the PNGFM office at Ahuia street, Gordons to Waigani Central-4mile-5mile-6mile-7mile-Erima-Kumul Flyover-Parliament drive-Telikom Rumana-Vision City-Waigani-Tokarara-Koura Way down to Hanuabada-Konedobu-Town-Koki-2mile back to 4mile and ended at the PNGFM Office. Additionally, they announced that the Yumi FM PNG MUSIK AWARDS 2023 will take place on Saturday June 1st at the Lamana Gold Club Arena as well as ticket prices which are K200…
Along with enjoying the performance at the Keynote Mini Concert with Saii Kay yesterday in Port Moresby, three people in the audience were lucky enough to score themselves a free ticket to attend the Yumi FM PNG Musik Awards night on Saturday, June 1st at the Lamana Gold Club. Yumi FM and sister stations Nau FM and Legend FM hosts Barabara, Karl and Augie hosted mini games and asked questions that related to the Yumi FM PNG Musik Awards, giving the audience a chance to score themselves a ticket to the Awards ceremony. Out on her lunch break, Ripple Brew…