East Sepik Governor Allan Bird has raised serious concerns about the broad powers granted under Papua New Guinea’s Counter-Terrorism Act 2024, warning that it could be used against innocent people. His statement follows reports that Facebook was inaccessible across the country on Monday, an action that Police Minister Hon. Peter Tsiamalili Jnr later described as…
NICTA CEO Kila Gulo-Vui has emphasized the need for greater coordination in digital regulation following reports of Facebook being inaccessible in Papua New Guinea throughout Monday. In a statement, Mr. Gulo-Vui confirmed that NICTA had immediately launched an investigation, reaching out to the PNG National Cyber Security Centre and Meta, Facebook’s parent company. However, the…
The Papua New Guinea government has successfully tested a new ICT control system aimed at curbing harmful online content, including hate speech, misinformation, and pornography. Police Minister Hon. Peter Tsiamalili Jnr. has commended the initiative, emphasizing that it will help create a safer digital space for all citizens. “We are not attempting to suppress free…
Rugby league in the Lai Valley has reached a historic milestone with the official registration of the Lai Valley Rugby Football League (Lai Valley RFL) under the Papua New Guinea Rugby Football League (PNG RFL). To mark the occasion, the Lai Valley Rugby Football League Committee and members of the Lai Valley community in Port…
Managing Director of the National Housing Corporation (NHC), Mr. Abel Tol, has congratulated the General Manager for Finance & ICT, Mr. Johnny David, on successfully graduating with a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Finance from Divine Word University (DWU). The 43rd DWU Graduation Ceremony for the Port Moresby Campus was held at Caritas Technical…
Papua New Guinea’s brightest young rugby league talents are set to battle it out in a high-intensity, seven-week competition designed to fast-track the nation’s best players towards the National Rugby League (NRL). The groundbreaking tournament, a collaboration between the Papua New Guinea Rugby Football League (PNGRFL) and the PNG NRL Bid, builds on last year’s…
In a bold move, Internal Revenue Commission (IRC) Commissioner General Sam Koim has fiercely opposed the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) push to establish an “Oversight Board” to supervise the IRC’s tax enforcement. Koim, in a strongly worded statement, dismissed the proposal as unnecessary and a direct threat to the institution’s independence. “This is not about…
Deputy Prime Minister and Lae MP, Hon. John Rosso, has condemned the rise of hate and racism in Papua New Guinea, urging citizens to embrace unity and mutual respect. “We must always support and promote a UNITED PAPUA NEW GUINEA first and foremost,” Rosso stated, addressing concerns about ethnic divisions on social media and WhatsApp…
PRESS RELEASEMarch 5, 2025 The Minister for Justice and Attorney General Hon. Pila Niningi has applauded the Supreme Court in upholding the doctrine of Separation of Powers as enshrined under s. 99 of the Constitution. The Constitution has vested powers and responsibilities in the National Parliament, the National Executive Council and the National Judicial System….
After years of dormancy, Kagua Rugby League is back, thanks to the leadership of former intercity player Walter Mirupasi. Not only has the competition been revived, but it has now officially registered with PNG RFL for the 2025 season, creating a vital pathway for local talent to gain exposure at the national level. Walter saw…