by Martin Haffner Associate Editor As Papua New Guinea prepares to mark 50 years of independence from Australia in 2025, the government faces a host of matters that need to be sorted, urgently.Duck Waters spoke with Scott Winston, to gauge his take on the country’s situation. Duck Waters: 2025 is just two years away from…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor Transparency International in Papua New Guinea has expressed its fear another electoral disaster is on the way for PNG. The watchdog group was commenting on the lack of action to date to remedy the electoral failings in the election of 2022 and other earlier polls. The poor electoral process in…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor The United States will spend more than US$864 million (3.5 billion kina) on infrastructure and military training in Papua New Guinea over 10 years under a defence deal signed between the two nations in 2023, PNG’s foreign minister has said. No figure putting a value on the agreement has previously…
by Martin Haffner Associate editor Watchdog Lambasts PNG’s Poor Governance in Controversial Forestry Deal In a startling escalation of concerns over governance in Papua New Guinea (PNG), a prominent watchdog organization has publicly denounced the country’s handling of a controversial forestry deal. The report, which details significant lapses in transparency and accountability, raises urgent questions…
by Tusi Tala, Staff Writer The Papua New Guinea Games, a significant multi-sport event that celebrates athletic talent and cultural unity, may be making a return next year in time for the country’s 50th anniversary of independence. Prime Minister James Marape has expressed a strong desire to revive the Games, which have been put on…
by Tusi Tala, Staff Writer Tourists visiting Papua New Guinea may encounter significant risks, particularly related to violence. The country’s diverse cultures and stunning landscapes can be overshadowed by reports of criminal activities, including robbery and assault. Travelers should be aware that certain areas may have heightened tensions or social unrest, which can increase the…
by Tusi Tala, Staff Writer In the last three months in Papua New Guinea, there has been a wave of crimes aimed at businesses and individuals exporting large shipments. One notable incident involved a cocoa trader who had his entire shipment stolen by individuals dressed in police uniforms. Just two days ago, another truck transporting…
by Tusi Tala, Staff Writer Papua New Guinea’s Prime Minister, James Marape, has urged the nation to evolve into a high-income economy. He emphasized that by 2045, when PNG turns 70, it should have moved beyond its current low-income status and be on the path to becoming a thriving economy. Marape highlighted the need for…
by Richard Sanders, Staff Writer A man has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for his role in facilitating and transporting 4.88 kilograms of methamphetamine from Daru, located in Papua New Guinea’s Western Province, to Australia. According to The National newspaper, the 50-year-old resident of Kunini village in South Fly received a 20-year sentence…
by Tusi Tala, Staff Writer Local villagers gathered near the Porgera Gold Mine in Enga province, Papua New Guinea, on September 23, 2024, following a surge in violence that led to police reinforcements being sent to the area to address ongoing tribal conflicts that had forced the mine to close. According to police, security personnel…