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Tragedy Strikes Wapenamanda: Call for Urgent Action as Tribal Violence Claims Lives and Destroys Property by  Nanai Aurum On the 18th of February 2024, the Wapenamanda electorate in Papua New Guinea faced a harrowing episode of violence that will be etched in the nation's memory. Over fifty lives were tragically lost, and properties worth hundreds of millions of kinas were laid to waste as a result of relentless tribal conflict. This devastating event has not only caused irreparable damage to the community but has also raised urgent questions about the underlying causes and the necessary measures to prevent such occurrences in the future. The ongoing tribal fights in Wapenamanda have escalated beyond traditional conflict resolution mechanisms, indicating a deep-rooted issue that requires immediate and comprehensive intervention. The loss of life is unacceptable, and the destruction of homes and livelihoods has left a scar on the community that will take years to heal. Wapenamanda M...

Prime Minister James Marape has condemned the attack on Israel, saying war-related violence is out of place in this modern day and age. Prime Minister James Marape of Papua New Guinea has strongly condemned the recent attack on Israel. The attack, which occurred in the city of Tel Aviv, resulted in the death of several people. Marape expressed his solidarity with the Israeli government and people, emphasizing the need for peace and stability in the region. He called for international cooperation to combat terrorism and ensure the safety of innocent civilians. The Prime Minister also highlighted the importance of dialogue and diplomacy in resolving conflicts and urged all parties involved to pursue peaceful solutions. To read more:  https://lnkd.in/eDA2UYNU #IsraelUnderAttack   #IsraelHamasWar   #Israel   #Hamas   #JamesMarape   #LoopPNG   #LoopNews

PRIME MINISTER JAMES MARAPE CHALLENGES POST-COURIER TO PROVIDE PROOF OF ‘K300 MILLION CORRUPTION’ IN 2022 ELECTIONS PM MARAPE CHALLENGES POST-COURIER TO PROVIDE PROOF OF ‘K300 MILLION CORRUPTION’ IN 2022 ELECTIONS APPROVED FOR RELEASE:JUNE 3, 2023 Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has challenged the Post-Courier to provide proof that K300 million allocated for the 2022 National General Election was diverted to “fund Government ministers without control”. He said this in response to a front-page report in the Post-Courier of Friday, June 2, 2023 – purportedly from the National Intelligence Organisation (NIO) which comes under the Department of Prime Minister & National Executive Council (PM & NEC) - with the headline “K300 million corruption”. “If the Post-Courier had done a proper investigation instead of cheap gutter journalism, by simply going to the 2022 Final Budget Outcome (FBO), it would have seen a full breakdown of the K695.8 million 2022 National Election Spending by A...

DPM JOHN ROSSO: PNG GOVERNMENT IS IN NO WAY WILL SELL THE SOVEREIGNTY OF THE COUNTRY  DPM John Rosso addressing PNG Unitech students last night regarding DCA signing.  Whilst commending students for exercising their democratic rights peacefully, he also urged them to collect enough facts to back their views as intellectuals.  DPM Rosso says government doesn’t sign any documents brought to their table without proper vetting by mandatory bodies.  These mandatory bodies make sure all documents are in compliance with our Constitution. There are due processes involved.  Doesn’t take a day or week. He further says Government is in no way will sell the sovereignty of this country. Video and post by: Charlie Clyde Tikaro

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...

The "Akimi Falls" From the top down is about 100 Meters, and is about 40 minutes drive from Mendi town and 200 meters from the main road. . : Imbongu District | Southern Highlands Province : pngtpa :  www.papuanewguinea.travel/southern-highlands-province #Visitpng   #southernHighlandsProvince   #ImbonguDistrict   #papuanewguinea   #waterfall   #droneshot   #attactions Nature never disappoints when you are in the right place. Thank you 📸Wamesii Photography for sharing a great capture. 📍Akimi Falls | Bui Iebi | Mendi | Southern Highlands Province 📅Plan your trip up to Southern Highlands Province: http://bit.ly/southern-highlands-province there's much to see and do. 👉Stay in one of the Guest Houses in SHP: http://bit.ly/2LQyV1w #waterfalls #papuanewguinea #visitpng #pngtourism