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The people of Kumbuhun 1, 2 and 3 in the Yangoru-Saussia District of East Sepik Province celebrated the opening of a new road on Tuesday after 48 years of walking through the bushes to access basic services. PRESS STATEMENT Hon. Richard Maru, MP Kumbuhun Welcomes New Road The people of Kumbuhun 1, 2 and 3 in the Yangoru-Saussia District of East Sepik Province celebrated the opening of a new road on Tuesday after 48 years of walking through the bushes to access basic services. The local MP and Minister for International Trade and Investment, Hon. Richard Maru officially opened this new 35km road which cost the Yangoru-Saussia District Development Authority (DDA) almost K400, 000 to complete.  “The last time I came to Kumbuhun 2, I arrived in a helicopter because there was no road. I promised the people of Kumbun 2 and 3 that day that I would return in a vehicle. I kept that promise and came by vehicle to Kumbuhun on a brand-new road,” said Minister Maru while giving his speech. “We ...

Mother of two, Megan Umba, has spent the last six months navigating the streets of Port Moresby as a taxi driver, a role traditionally accustomed to men. YOUNG MUM TAKES UP TAXI DRIVING Post Courier  - April 25, 2023 BY CLAUDIA TALLY Mother of two, Megan Umba, has spent the last six months navigating the streets of Port Moresby as a taxi driver, a role traditionally accustomed to men. Ms Umba, a social works graduate from the University of Papua New Guinea, said her passion in the field of providing care for survivors of violence inspired her to take up the role and so far enjoys her time out on the road. “I graduated from the University of Papua New Guinea in 2018. I was working, case management of gender-based survivors and that is how I was motivated to run the taxi. At first, it is a man’s job and it is risky but I tried it for two weeks and thought it’s not that bad. So I decided to run for a month and saw that it is safe and profitable,” she said. The 30-year-old who hails fr...

LEAD A PURPOSE DRIVEN LIFE by EMTV Twenty-seven-year-old Jobeca Watinga has always been a high scoring achiever throughout her educational journey. In March this year, Jobeca received her practicing certificate (CPA).  Miss Watinga is currently in the role of Accounting Supervisor with Simberi Gold Company Limited. She comes from a mixed parentage of Western Highlands (Father) and Milne Bay (Mother), Jobeca’s parents are self-employed and have raised 6 children of which 5 are employed and the last one is currently in university.  Their commitment towards raising God fearing children has been the back bone of their family. Read more: https://emtv.com.pg/lead-a-purpose-driven-life/ Miss.  Jobeca Watinga

GRADE 12 DROPOUT TO SUCCESSFUL AGRIBUSINESS MAN Luksave imas stap oltaim By Cornelius Yara This is my brother Valentine Weringu of Rofundogum Village, Sausso LLG, Yangoru-SAUSSIA District in East Sepik Province.  We all went to high school together as pioneer students to the new KUBALIA HIGH SCHOOL, now upgraded to Kubalia Secondary School in year 2004- 2005 doing grades 9 - 10. Later continuing to complete secondary education of Grade 11-12 at Brandi Secondary School in Year 2006-2007. He was not selected for University or Colleges in 2008. When I went to PNG University of Technology to do my Bachelor Degree in Engineering in Electrical & Communications Engineering. He stayed back home in the village without any hope for further studies.  Fast forward 10 years later, in 2018 he asked me for financial help to start cocoa farming because he sees everyone at home (in the village) are doing it. With no experience or knowledge in this business, I trust my brother and wanted to...

YADIN, A Young Jew Came to PNG in Search for Peace - Now Admitted to the Bar to Practice Law Albert Moses A Jew who came to PNG in 2015 in search for peace has recently been admitted to the bar at Waigani Supreme and National Court to practice law in Papua New Guinea.  His admission took place on Tuesday, 31st January. “My intention for practising law in PNG is to contribute meaningfully towards peace & justice of this great nation,” Yadin added after his admission. Apart from Mr Yadin’s intention in searching for peace in PNG, he had applied to study law at UPNG and fortunately he got accepted and was enrolled at UPNG in 2018. Yadin had successfully completed his studies in 202. Last year (2022), Sharhar Yadin, has graduated with a bachelor of law degree at the 67th graduation of the University of Papua New Guinea. He ended his studies as the top student from the School of Law and received the Dean’s Award for the best male student. He has graduated with a highest GPA of 4.5 a...

FOUNDER SERIES: AGAROBE UNBOUND-How Robert Agarobe Built A Multi-Million Kina Helicopter Company With Only a Tool Box and K400 by Exepreneur Magazine Despite being one of the most recognizable and reputable names and wealthy individuals in PNG business community today, Robert Agarobe started from almost nothing but a big bold audacious dream and a brutal dose of determination. They say the early bird catches the worm and young Robert didn't wait to come off age to venture into business. "My business life started when I was about six years old when I used to hire out my hand-me-down bicycle from my sister late Nanai Perry for 20 cents for a ride around the coconut tree in my line of sight" As young Robert grew up, his desire for the business grew even stronger. "I did part-time work during my school holidays at Boroko Car Wrecker that use to be where SP brewery is now" His boss gave him a Suzuki motorcycle he recalls But he needed to keep the motorcycle going. Be...