Digicel PNG proudly welcomed members of the Papua New Guinea Prime Minister's XIII Team to its headquarters in Port Moresby on Thursday 9th October, in a spirited event celebrating the nation's deep connection to rugby league.
The visit comes ahead of the team’s highly anticipated clash this weekend and highlights Digicel PNG’s enduring partnership with the Papua New Guinea Rugby Football League (PNGRFL).
The gathering not only showcased national pride but also reaffirmed rugby league’s central role in PNG’s culture, community, and identity.
For more than a decade, Digicel PNG has been at the forefront of supporting rugby league development across the country.
Beyond its sponsorship of national teams, the company has invested in the infrastructure and connectivity that allow players, coaches, and fans to stay engaged with the sport—both on and off the field.
As the naming rights sponsor of the Digicel-ExxonMobil Cup, PNG’s premier domestic rugby league competition, Digicel continues to champion grassroots development.
This commitment fosters pathways for young athletes to pursue professional opportunities while uniting communities around a shared passion for the game.
“Rugby league is more than just a sport in Papua New Guinea—it’s a unifying force,” said Tarik Boudiaf, CEO of Digicel PNG.
“We are proud to support our national team and every fan who sees rugby league as part of their identity. Our backing of the sport reflects our broader mission: to connect and empower Papua New Guineans through sport, technology, and opportunity.”
The Prime Minister’s XIII team received a warm welcome from Digicel staff, many of whom are lifelong rugby league fans.
The visit served as a powerful reminder of the sport’s unifying role in national life.
Through its expansive mobile and data network, enterprise ICT solutions, and Digicel CellMoni services, Digicel continues to strengthen its commitment to communities across Papua New Guinea—bringing people closer not only to each other but also to the game they love.
Digicel PNG remains dedicated to driving progress both on the field and beyond, investing in what matters most: people, passion, and community.
