Papua New Guinea
Allan Bird: Compensation and killing pigs won't address PNG policing issues
The East Sepik Province governor says the policing needs of the country are being neglected and is calling on the government to intervene.
PNG's tax authority rejects IMF proposal for oversight board
The country's Internal Revenue Commission has called the move unwarranted and a threat to the independence and integrity of Papua New Guinea's tax office.
Respectful relationships: the missing piece in PNG’s education curriculum
If an individual can change their attitude then they can think positively and make important decisions and choices for personal benefit and everyone's benefit, writes Michael Suau.
Oceania Rugby extends PNG's suspension
However, the PNG Rugby boss has slammed the decision, claiming that the union is being victimised by Oceania Rugby.
James Marape set to give evidence in case involving Paraka
The PNG prime minister is among several state witnesses expected to give evidence this week in a high-profile case related to illegal payments made to convicted lawyer Paul Paraka.
Travel restriction imposed by West Sepik governor triggers polarising debate
Tony Wouwou banned the entry of about 70 job-seeking men from PNG's Highlands into the coastal border town of Vanimo last week, and is now accused of promoting ethnic division.
Doomsvein, rising hard and fast from PNG's heavy metal underground
Doomsvein is one of many groups that have emerged from the Papua New Guinea heavy metal underground. Video
Sakar tribe blocks National Highway following fatal clash in Porgera
Porgera has been under a state of emergency since September of last year in response to ongoing violence between illegal miners and local landowners. Audio
Traffic disruptions nearby Porgera mine following deadly clash
People living by Porgera mine are disrupting traffic after two illegal miners were killed following a clash with security forces. Audio
PNG strengthens efforts against illegal fishing with US defence cooperation
Prime Minister James Marape made the statement on Sunday, just days after returning from a fisheries meet in the Solomon Islands.
Nine more arrested for brutal rape and murder of woman
The arrests, announced by police chief David Manning, follow a two-week investigation supported by forensic experts from the Australian Federal Police (AFP).
Two illegal miners shot by security forces in Porgera
Police Commissioner David Manning said illegal miners attempted to breach restricted areas of the mine and fired on security personal, and "as expected", they were shot and killed.
'I stand for the love of my sisters and mothers'
Over the past 10 years, Dickson Tanda has rescued dozens of women and children who have been tortured following sorcery related accusations.
Relatives block Highlands Highway over police officer's death
Additional personnel have been deployed to Goroka to assist local officers in managing tensions. Audio
Confronting ingrained beliefs and sorcery accusation related violence
Dr Raymond Kipakapu has become one of the few doctors in Papua New Guinea who deal specifically with Sorcery Accusation Related Violence survivors.
PNG: Relatives of Slain Police Officer Block Highlands Highway
The family of a Papua New Guinea police constable killed in an ambush have blocked a section of the Highlands Highway in Goroka, Eastern Highlands Province, demanding justice for his death. Constable… Audio
PNG's ongoing struggles with its National ID card
The Papua New Guinea Government wants to have everyone on their National Identity card system by the country's 50th anniversary on 16 September 2025. Audio
Papua New Guinea: Relatives of slain officer block Highlands Highway over unresolved killing
Relatives of a policeman killed in Mendi several weeks ago have blocked the Highlands Highway outside Goroka, preventing the free flow of traffic. Police are being deployed to the site.
