Day: August 5, 2019
Put down your phone, pick up a book
IT has been observed that the habit of reading has declined of late in the world. One of the main causes for this decline is the growth of technology. Since […]
Porgera to operate, awaits ruling on lease
THE National Court has ruled to allow the Porgera gold mine in Enga to continue operating while the application to extend its special mining lease is being considered. Barrick Gold […]
West New Britain keen on improving financial inclusion
WEST New Britain is now ahead of other provinces in its efforts to improve financial inclusion for the people beginning with the provincial administration. The provincial administration signed a memorandum […]
Landowner firms important: President
LANDOWNER companies are important as they empower communities economically and provide employment and training to people, according to the PNG Chamber of Mining and Petroleum. President Gerea Aopi said recently […]
BSP sees opportunity in reduced internet rates
THE reduction of internet rates by bmobile and Telikom is an opportunity for Bank South Pacific (BSP) customers to use various online and mobile platforms, chief executive officer Robin Fleming […]
Govt not getting share of resource benefits: Report
A RECENT study based on the PNG Extractive Industry Transparency Initiative (PNGEITI) reports have found that the government is not receiving its share of resource benefits and recommends that the […]
Country praised for participating in conference
PAPUA New Guinea was praised for being a fully active member in implementing the Global Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI) Standard from its recent participation and country presentation at the […]
Having accurate, systematic availability of data vital, says Alkan
HAVING accurate and systematic availability of data is essential for the successful management of national policies and programmes in Papua New Guinea. PNG Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (PNGEITI) head of […]
Wigmen into finals
Hela side make Digicel Cup playoffs for first time in 5yrs By JACK AMI Hela Wigmen booked the sixth and final spot of the Digicel Cup playoffs with a 44-16 […]
PNGFA appoints Mataio as U23 men’s head coach
THE Papua New Guinea Football Association (PNGFA) has appointed Percy Mataio, pictured, as national Under-23 men’s head coach and Jack Jonathan as his assistant. Both men will be assisted by […]