More than 80 children diagnosed with cardiac defects in Eastern Highlands were screened for possible open-heart surgeries at the Goroka Provincial Hospital in the past…
Correctional Service (CS) acting head Bernard Nepo admitted to multifaceted issues in relation to prisons in the country, citing a lack of leadership as a…
Only 1% of the total population has access to insurance and 10% of the population has superannuation or retirement savings, UN Capital Development Fund (UNCDF)…
The absence of central government intervention and foresight in supporting local manufacturing companies of fast moving consumable goods (FMCG) products will hurt the public, a…
Dozens of houses in Maprik town of East Sepik province were set on fire by a group of unknown persons on August 5 and 6,…
Two men and one woman, identified as Chinese nationals, were rescued after being kidnapped and held hostage at their house in Gomhans village, Mount Hagen…
The continuing decline in the value of the kina against major currencies is causing concerns in the business sector, Papua New Guinea Chamber of Commerce…
The Autonomous Bougainville Government (ABG) is prioritizing the improvement of healthcare facilities across the region, Health Ministry secretary Clement Totavun said. According to Bougainville Longterm…
The Supreme Court has dismissed a request by the opposition for the recall of Parliament and proposed motion for a no-confidence vote. Chief Justice Sir…
A UN official said debt sustainability remains a major risk factor in Papua New Guinea’s economy despite reduced fiscal deficits and stabilizing public debt to…
Papua New Guinea's troubled population count is again facing disruption with census officers in the capital Port Moresby withholding their data from officials over a…
The central government issued citizenship certificates to 143 former residents of the Papua region in Indonesia who have lived in PNG for over five decades…
The State Negotiating Team (SNT) is engaged in discussions with Wafi-Golpu mine developers Newmont and Harmony, with the aim of finalizing the Mine Development Contract…
The spread of slingshot-style weapons that shoot metal darts has worsened violence and led to a rise in traumatic injuries in Papua New Guinea’s northeastern…
The fourth round of the bilateral training exercise Tamiok Strike 2024 involving 100 service members from the US Army and the Papua New Guinea Defense…
A manhunt is underway for 17 convicts who escaped from the Kerevat Jail in East New Britain at around 4:00 AM local time on August…
Authorities will hold a discussion on August 9 to gauge views on the National Health and Life Insurance Bill for public servants. Talks also have…
Chinese ambassador to Papua New Guinea Yang Xiaoguang on August 3 said more “people-to-people exchanges” are expected between both countries through enhanced bilateral relations. “Since…
The long-awaited discussions on developing the Pacific Marine Industrial Zone (PMIZ) in Madang are expected to be held soon following the recent National Executive Council…
Police said that the deadly attacks in Angoram district, East Sepik province were carried out by two cultist gangs. Police officers on the ground have…
Seventeen schools in Tewae-Siassi’s Sialum local level government area in Morobe have been closed for the year. Provincial education adviser Keith Tangui said Gerup, Nunzen,…
The Coffee Industry Corporation (CIC) opened its 10.6-million kina export facility terminal in Lae district of Morobe province on August 1. CIC chief executive Charles…
A weaker kina and forecasts of it falling further provide a level of uncertainty, Institute of National Affairs executive director Paul Barker said “It certainly…
A man was jailed for 18 years for raping a woman in East New Britain, reports said on August 1. The incident took place in…
