Health Minister Elias Kapavore is urging an overhaul of the nation’s disaster preparedness systems, citing major gaps in coordination, manpower, and technical capacity. Speaking at…
Government agencies in health, education, and police located in Zifasing village along the Wampar highway in Huon Gulf district, Morobe province are facing significant threats…
Papua New Guinea (PNG) has officially opened its Permanent Mission to the UN, World Trade Organization (WTO), and other international organizations in Geneva, marking a…
Prime Minister James Marape formally welcomed Australia’s new High Commissioner to Papua New Guinea (PNG), Ewen Neil McDonald, during a meeting at the Prime Minister’s…
The Central provincial government signed a memorandum of agreement with the Gubini Land Group Incorporated to conduct feasibility studies and initiate development of a new…
Education Department secretary Uke Kombra on May 8 announced an extension to May 30 for the automatic suspension of teachers whose resumption of duty summary…
Several families in the Wagol community on May 8 were forced to evacuate due to flash floods from the Wagol River, triggered by heavy rain.…
The Conservation and Environment Protection Authority (CEPA) on May 7 signed a project document for the Global Environment Facility (GEF) initiative under its eighth funding…
Authorities in Port Moresby are struggling to contain a surge in illegal street vending that is straining police resources and cluttering public spaces. On May…
The anti-corruption watchdog, the Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC), is struggling to operate effectively due to delays in government funding, despite a 52 million kina…
The Morobe provincial government has launched eight major development projects in Markham district, aimed at improving connectivity, energy access, as well as economic growth. Key…
A landslide struck Mount Hengla, between Shumbi and Kip villages in Southern Highlands province, damaging food gardens and blocking a key road, officials said. An…
Opposition leader Douglas Tomuriesa has accused the government of failing to release all 2025 budget funding allocated to members of parliament, departments, and agencies. Tomuriesa…
The Wewak local government in East Sepik province allocated a significant portion of its 9 million kina budget in 2024 to addressing law and order…
Dei Council District in Western Highlands province is experiencing significant infrastructure challenges, including deteriorating roads and the collapse of the main bridge, local media reported…
China Southern Airlines has begun flights connecting Guangzhou, Port Moresby, and Port Vila, capital of Vanuatu. National Capital District Governor Powes Parkop welcomed the support…
Defense Minister Billy Joseph on May 5 launched a review of the Disaster Emergency and Response Mechanism. The National Executive Council (NEC) approved the review,…
Central Governor Rufina Peter on May 5 chartered three Air Sanga flights to evacuate a group of stranded teachers and their families back to various…
A lawmaker from Sinasina-Yongomugl district of Simbu province, Kerenga Kua, met with more than 700 people, including local leaders and community members from three local-level…
Prime Minister James Marape on May 5 urged journalists to fulfill their roles with diligence and integrity, highlighting the importance of responsible journalism in contributing…
The Minimum Wages Board conducted a stakeholder consultation in West New Britain province last week as part of a national survey to review the 3.50…
Wagau Primary School head teacher Zebedee Kaizam on May 4 said that teacher absenteeism has been identified as a contributing factor to the rising student…
Prime Minister James Marape has extended congratulations to his Australian counterpart, Anthony Albanese, on his re-election, reaffirming the enduring friendship and shared history between Papua…
Sam Basil Jr., a lawmaker from Bulolo of Morobe province, has denied claims that his district received funds from the Wafi Golpu Infrastructure Development Grants…
Continuous heavy rains over the past two weeks have severely damaged road access in Kairuku district, Central province, disrupting transport and trade for local communities.…
