Monday, 16 September, 2024 Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has echoed Pope Francis’ message of forgiveness and reconciliation during the country’s 49th independence anniversary. The Prime Minister pointed out that this message was in line with the dreams and aspirations of the country’s Founding Fathers at Independence. “I want us all to bear in mind … Read more
ON THE OCCASION OF THE DEFEAT OF THE VOTE OF NO CONFIDENCE MOTION NATIONAL PARLIAMENT OF PAPUA NEW GUINEA 12 SEPTEMBER 2024 Mr Speaker, I thank you for the opportunity today to address our National Parliament, and in so doing, our people of Papua New Guinea. I want to use this time to return the … Read more
Wednesday 11 September, 2024 A three-day Digital Forensic Training session was held last week at the Stanley Hotel, from September 4th to 6th, bringing together participants from various government sectors to enhance Papua New Guinea’s cybersecurity capabilities. The “2024 Global Cybersecurity Capacity Building Program” was facilitated by experts from the Korea Internet and Security Agency … Read more
Thursday 12 September, 2024 Ladies and gentlemen, distinguished leaders, fellow citizens of Papua New Guinea, On Monday, September 16, 2024, we gather to celebrate a milestone in the life of our nation. Forty-nine years ago, on the 16th of September, 1975, Papua New Guinea raised its own flag and took its place among the sovereign … Read more
Monday 9 September, 2024 Pope Francis departed Papua New Guinea on Monday, 9 September 2024, aboard a Boeing 737 at 12:12 PM, continuing his longest overseas trip aimed at promoting peace, understanding, and the Catholic faith in the region. His next stops will be East Timor and Singapore before returning to Rome on 13 September. … Read more
Monday 10 September, 2024 Pope Francis concludes his 45th Papal tour to Papua New Guinea by meeting with the young people of the country on 9th September 2024. The Sir John Guise stadium, in Port Moresby once again became filled with young people and students from across the city and country attending Catholic run schools. … Read more
Sunday 8 September 2024 Pope Francis touched down in the far northwestern part of Papua New Guinea, Vanimo today, arriving aboard an Australian C-130 military transport plane. His Holiness was warmly greeted by local Catholics and Church leaders eager to hear his message of peace and faith during his brief yet significant visit. Addressing the … Read more
Sunday 8 September, 2024 Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has expressed deep gratitude to Pope Francis on his delivery of messages of service, unity and peace to the people of Papua New Guinea. Prime Minister Marape and his wife, Mrs Rachael Marape, joined the Pontiff, his clergy, and thousands of Catholic worshippers at Sir John … Read more
Sunday 8 September, 2024 Thousands gather for Papal Holy Mass As early as 2am, Port Moresby residents and Catholic pilgrims flocked to the Sir John Guise stadium to attend the Papal’s Holy Mass. Pope Francis and his entourage arrived by 8am for the Eucharistic Celebration to begin. Today is considered as a day of joy … Read more
Saturday 7 September 2024 NEWS IN PICTURES….. After visiting Caritas Secondary School, Pope Francis concluded his second day in Papua New Guinea with a visit to Don Bosco Technical Institute. There, he addressed the Bishops of the Catholic Bishops Conference of PNG and Solomon Islands (CBC PNGSI), offering words of guidance and encouragement to the … Read more
