Papua New Guinea has urged Pacific leaders to take urgent, coordinated action against the spread of methamphetamine, warning the drug poses one of the gravest…
The Somare Institute of Leadership (SILAG) signed a four-year memorandum of understanding with Fiji’s Leadership Institute of Public Service (FLIPS) to enhance civil service capabilities…
Prime Minister James Marape on September 8 highlighted the importance of solidarity during the opening of the 54th Pacific Islands Forum in Solomon Islands. Marape…
Administrative and Support Services Minister Richard Masere faced criticism in Parliament on September 3 over the National Identification (NID) and biometric voting programs, with several…
Papua New Guinea (PNG) is intensifying efforts to strengthen governance on corruption and financial crimes ahead of a crucial Financial Action Task Force (FATF) review…
Prime Minister James Marape on September 1 reaffirmed the government’s plan to establish a second district for Alotau in Milne Bay province by 2027 as…
Hundreds of primary school students in Wapenamanda, Enga province, are facing an uncertain future as national examinations approach, following violent clashes between the Yakuman and…
PNG Ports Corporation Ltd has launched a 340 million kina project to upgrade Kimbe Port in West New Britain province into a climate-resilient facility, with…
The Madang provincial government, in collaboration with UNICEF, conducted a training program aimed at strengthening child protection systems, with a particular focus on the need…
The government is reviewing its National Compulsory Service Policy in response to Papua New Guinea's youth-dominated demographics, with the Department of National Planning and Monitoring…
Department of Information Communications and Technology (DICT) secretary Steven Matainaho stated that the department has achieved significant progress toward the digitization of government services with…
Yang Xiaoguang, Chinese ambassador to Papua New Guinea (PNG) reaffirmed China’s commitment to enhancing its partnership with PNG by unveiling a comprehensive cooperation agenda aimed…
The National Police have launched an investigation into the death of a Nigerian asylum seeker found in her room at a Port Moresby lodge, where…
Prime Minister James Marape on August 25 confirmed that the United Nations (UN) Secretary General Antonio Guterres will address the Parliament during his visit to…
John Morris, one of Papua New Guinea (PNG)’s founding fathers, on August 21 called for the decentralization of government powers and functions to empower residents…
Over 20,000 residents of the Makana Morobe Block at 9-Mile settlement in Port Moresby have received official land titles from the state. The initiative, led…
Papua New Guinea (PNG) and Australia have taken a significant step to enhance border security with the groundbreaking for the new PNG Customs detector canine…
Correctional Services is reviving its prison industries to offer vocational and technical training for inmates as part of rehabilitation efforts, acting commissioner Bernard Nepo said.…
The Manam Resettlement Authority (MaRA) has secured 4 million kina for the initial land acquisition to resettle displaced Manam Islanders in Andarum. The funding, part…
Prime Minister James Marape has launched the National Monitoring and Coordination Authority (NMCA), following revelations that more than 214 billion kina ($49.8 billion) has flowed…
The Education Department on August 15 reintroduced its self-reliance policy to strengthen sustainability and improve school operations across Papua New Guinea. Speaking at the launch,…
State-owned utility firm Water PNG announced that several areas of the National Capital District of Port Moresby are experiencing water disruption on August 14 due…
Public service in Papua New Guinea is experiencing significant challenges, with many senior department heads and chief executive officers serving in acting capacity. Currently, 33…
Governors from the Southern region have formally called for greater autonomy through a federal-style governance system, signing the 2025 Port Moresby Papua Accord on August…
Former prime minister and Ialibu Pangia lawmaker Peter O’Neill highlighted the late disbursement of funds from the central government for tuition fees and medical supplies…
