Day: March 25, 2020
Lockdown positive step
THE Government’s 14-day lockdown is a positive step forward on safe-guarding the country from the novel coronavirus (Covid-19). On the flip side, our beautiful country and its people are prone […]
Share accurate information
IN Times of crises, accurate information is important if we are to maintain order and for people to remain calm. When there is no information flowing, people will be susceptible […]
Chemical business soar
By CLARISSA MOI BRIAN Bell has seen a significant spike in sales from its chemical business as a result of the various hygiene and other medical grade products which are […]
Decreasing economic activity affecting small business
By SHIRLEY MAULUDU A LOCALLY-owned business is already experiencing difficulty due to the reduced economic activity associated with the covid-19 outbreak. Maku Gift, owned by Annette Sete, is based in […]
Retailer implementing measures to keep shoppers safe
CITY Pharmacy Ltd is implementing coronavirus preventive measures at its Stop & Shop and City Pharmacy outlets in Port Moresby. Managing director Mahesh Patel told customers not to worry about […]
Company working on response to lockdown
STEAMSHIPS Trading Company (SST) says it is formulating a coordinated response to the state of emergency called in the country. Steamships has a host of logistics businesses inside Papua New […]
Airlines not charging fees for flights booked during lockdown period
THE two airlines operating in the country say their passengers will not be charged extra if they have purchased tickets to travel during the 14-day travel ban imposed by the […]
Stock market to remain open
PAPUA New Guinea’s national stock exchange (PNGX) is planning to keep the market open, orderly and fair in the national interest. Chairman David Lawrence has acknowledged and supported statements made […]
Major hotels taking steps to prevent Covid-19
By PETER ESILA MAJOR hotels in Port Moresby such as The Hilton, The Stanley Hotel and Suits, Holiday Inn and Airways are taking measures to prevent the spread of the […]
Rau defers AGM
THE Papua New Guinea Rugby Football League (PNGRFL) has deferred by a month due to coronavirus its annual general meeting (AGM), which was scheduled to take place on Saturday. “As […]