The Papua New Guinea Olympic Committee (PNGOC) has concluded its 2025 Annual General Assembly (AGA), held on Sunday, June 22, at the Gateway Hotel in Port Moresby city.
The meeting brought together representatives from national sporting federations and key stakeholders to review the organization’s 2024 activities.
During the assembly, members approved both the 2024 Annual Report and the audited financial statements.
PNGOC Secretary-General Desmond Kaviagu reaffirmed the organization’s commitment to transparency and accountability, saying that the assembly aligned with constitutional obligations and reflected good governance practices.
“The AGA ensures we remain answerable to our members and partners for how funds are raised and used.”
The year 2024 marked the conclusion of the PNGOC’s four-year Strategic Plan (2021–2024) and coincided with the Paris Olympic Games.
PNGOC President Emma Waiwai OL, described the period as one defined by ‘progress, resilience, and unity.’ She highlighted the achievements of Team PNG athletes, including weightlifter Morea Baru’s fifth-place Olympic finish and taekwondo athlete Gibson Mara’s historic first-round win.
The PNGOC reported continued adherence to governance standards, with nine internal committees each meeting at least twice during the year.
The Executive Board also conducted nine meetings. In addition, the organization participated in the International Olympic Committee’s Olympic Solidarity audit in 2024.
Commercial partnerships remained central to the PNGOC’s funding. Fourteen sponsors supported various events and initiatives throughout the year.
Notable contributions included Trukai Industries continued backing of the Fun Run and fundraising auctions, South Pacific Brewery’s sponsorship of the SP Sports Awards, and Vodafone PNG’s support of the Sports Hall of Fame Ceremony.
The 2024 event honoured swimmer and Olympian Ryan Pini and athletics figure Subul Babo.
DFK Mayberry, PNGOC’s appointed auditors, were also present at the AGA and have been confirmed for the 2025 financial year.
Looking ahead, PNGOC has outlined a new Strategic Plan covering 2025 to 2032. The roadmap aims to strengthen commercial initiatives, elevate Olympic sports visibility, enhance athlete development, and deepen community impact through sport-for-development programs.