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Public Service ICT Steering Committee Calls on Stakeholder Feedback on Draft Digital Standards

Wednesday 29th March, 2023 Picture: DICT Secretary Mr Steven Matainaho highlighting the role of the ICT Steering Committee, under the Digital Government Act 2022, during its meeting The Secretary of the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), Mr  Steven Matainaho, has issued a public notice devised by the Public Service ICT Steering Committee (PSICTSC), inviting […]

<strong>DICT, UNITECH sign MoU for digital collaboration</strong>

The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Papua New Guinea University of Technology (UNITECH), that allows both parties to co-operate in domain name services management, and digital skills capacity building of digital transformation officers based at the national, provincial, district and local-level governments in the country, […]

<strong>DevOps vital for service delivery – Pomaloh</strong>

Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) hosting of the recent Digital Transformation Officers (DTO) conference and workshop, has seen participants having productive discussions, especially panel  discussions to broaden collaborative ideas about the current ICT trend in the country, moving forward. DICT Manager for DevOps and Government Websites Mr. Joshua Pomaloh when giving his presentations […]

Minister Masiu launches Kwikila Secondary School ICT Learning Centre

Minister for Information and Communications Technology, Timothy Masiu, yesterday (Thursday 10 November 2022) launched the E-Library and ICT Learning Centre at Kwikila Secondary School, as part of the government’s commitment to progressing ICT throughout the country. In his remarks, Mr Masiu said the presence of an E-library for Kwikila Secondary School will allow students to […]

Government welcomes Japanese Think Tank to PNG

Thursday 27 October 2022 Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has welcomed Japanese think tank, Japan Development Institute (JDI), into Papua New Guinea to help develop a new Special Economic Zone (SEZ) Master Plan for the country. The JDI team will be working with partners like the Asian Development Bank (ADB), Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) […]

Masiu welcomes increased funding for ABC’s programmes in the Pacific

Thursday 26 October 2022 Papua New Guinea’s Ministry of Information and Communications Technology has welcomed the Australian Federal Government’s increased funding to support   the Australian Broadcasting Corporation’s television and radio programs and capacity building initiatives in Indo-Pacific region.  A total of AUSD$87.7 million was announced by the Australian Government to revitalize ABC’s ongoing programs in […]

State institutions must be strengthened – PM

Tuesday 25 October 2022 Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has reiterated his call for the public service to perform to its fullest potential, adding, “this starts with good systems of governance.’  When addressing the PNG Update forum at the University of Papua New Guinea on 20 October 2022, Mr Marape said, “For too long, we […]

Manning to announce major police reshuffle

“The importance of this evaluation process and reshuffle is key to our success, it is key to rebuilding the force. All of us here are very much part of the transition,” Commissioner Manning said.

Cybersecurity Risks on The Rise in Pacific Region

There is an alarming increase in cybersecurity risks in the Pacific region as more people across the region have access to faster and more reliable internet. The region is highly exposed to a range of cyber threats, spanning from email fraud, ransomware and card skimming to cyberbullying and child pornography. A report published by the […]

HOW TO PROTECT YOUR DIGITAL DEVICES FROM MALWARE

Malware is one of the biggest threats to the security of your computer, tablet, phone, and other devices. Malware includes viruses, spyware, ransomware, and other unwanted software that can get secretly installed onto your device with the intention of causing harm to your device or network. Although malware cannot physically destroy computer systems or network […]

 Marape highlights Government’s economic status

Monday 24 October 2022 Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has given assurance that economy improvement is imminent when highlighting government’s economic status and priorities, at the 2022 PNG Update at the University of Papua New Guinea last Thursday (20 October 2022). When   addressing participants at the ‘PNG Update’ forum at the University of Papua New […]

Government to build strong economic infrastructure

Monday 24 October 2022 The Government is keen on building a strong economic infrastructure in the country to accelerate economic activities, says Prime Minister Hon. James Marape. Speaking at the 2022 PNG Update seminar at the University of Papua New Guinea recently, he said government will sustain the ‘Connect PNG’ policy, a critical economic enabler […]

Police operation to target criminal hot spots in NCD

Wednesday 19 October 2022 A six-week combined security forces operation will begin soon in the National Capital District targeting hot spots and criminal activities, said acting Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP)Special Operations Donald Yamasombi. Following the dissatisfaction expressed by the Prime Minister on the lawlessness in NCD, Commissioner of Police David Manning appointed Mr Yamasombi […]

2022 National General Election security operation debrief gets underway in Lae

Tuesday 18 October 2022 A three-day Joint Security Forces debriefing on the 2022 National General Elections Security Operation   is currently underway in Lae, Morobe Province, to chart a way forward for better and improved security operations in future. Commissioner of Police David Manning and  senior leadership of the Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary, PNG Defence […]

Steamships to partner government   in downstream sector

Thursday 13 October 2022 Prime Minister James Marape has welcomed  commitment by   Steamships Trading Company to diversify further through a partnership with his government in the downstream sector. He made this known after meeting the company’s Managing-Director Mr Rupert Bray and General Manager Corporate Affairs Vele Rupa in Port Moresby this week. In a briefing […]

DICT collaborates with Internal Security ministry to strengthen cybersecurity in country

Thursday 13 October 2022 Minister for Information and Communications Technology, Timothy Masiu has stated that the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), is working closely with the Ministry of Internal Security to ensure cybersecurity is strengthened to deal with cyber issues around the country, especially for social media platform companies and internet users. When […]

Marape welcomes World Bank report on PNG’s economic reform program 

Wednesday 12October 2022 Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has welcomed the latest World Bank report on Papua New Guinea, which shows that the Government’s economic reform programme is delivering on its promise of better times ahead. The latest World Bank Economic Update released last month stated that the economy in PNG is forecast to expand […]

Cabinet appoints Soloma as new Chairman of CLRC  

Wednesday 12October 2022 Prime Minister Hon.  James Marape has called on the Constitutional and Law Reform Commission’s (CLRC) newly appointed Chairman and Member for Okapa, Saki Soloma to begin consultation on the proposed laws recently announced by the Government. Mr Soloma’s appointment by Cabinet came into effect in September following the revocation of the appointment […]

Ministerial Statement by Minister for Information & Communications Technology and Member for South Bougainville Hon. Timothy Masiu, MP October Parliament Session 2022

Ministerial Statement by Minister for Information & Communications Technology and Member for South Bougainville Hon. Timothy Masiu, MP October Parliament Session 2022 Mr Speaker, I seek leave of Parliament to make a Ministerial Statement on the interventions undertaken by the Ministry for Information and Communications Technology under the Marape-Rosso Government and to highlight the Government’s […]

Masiu highlights   outcomes of PNG’s participation at   ITU Conference in Romania  

Tuesday 11October 2022 Minister for Information and Communications Technology Hon. Timothy Masiu has highlighted outcomes of Papua New Guinea’s participation at the recent International Telecommunication Union Plenipotentiary 2022 Conference held in Bucharest, Romania from 25– 28 September 2022. Speaking after arriving from Romania, Minister Masiu said PNG has initiated a lot of discussions at the […]

Minister announces Offences under Digital Government Act 2022

Tuesday 11October 2022 The Department of Information and Communications Technology has publicly announced specific offences under the Digital Government Act 2022 As stipulated, it is now a summary offence under the DG Act 2022 for a public body acting through a public servant or a body corporate in Papua New Guinea, to adopt or purchase […]

PNG Celebrates International Access to Information Day with the rest of the World

Wednesday 28th September, 2022 Hans Lambrecht, PhD First Secretary- Head of Cooperation, Delegation of the EU to PNG, Mr Thomas Eluh Chairman, Interim ICCAC and Officer in Charge of the Dept of ICT Mr Russel Woruba The Universal access to information means that everyone has the right to seek, receive and disseminate public information. This […]

PNG participates at the ITU Conference in Romania

Monday 26 September 2022 The Minister for Information and Communications Technology Hon. Timothy Masiu participated on behalf of the PNG Government, in various decision-making processes at the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) Plenipotentiary Conference 2022 (PP-22) in Bucharest, Romania. The conference commenced today (Monday 26 September 2022). The ITU PP-22 activities include, setting ITU’s general policies; […]

Address to the Nation by HE, Grand Chief Sir Bob Bofeng Dadae, GCL, GCMG, KSt.J Governor- General of Papua New Guinea On the occasion of the  47th Independence Anniversary Of Papua New Guinea Sir Hubert Murray Stadium, Port Moresby Friday 16September 2022

“Instilling an Effective National Conscience for Real Development and Progress in the next 45 years” My Fellow Citizens, Today, we commemorate our nation’s 47th Independence Anniversary. We do so on this occasion, with the passing of Her Majesty the Queen, our Head of State. On our Independence anniversary, we also celebrate the legacy of our […]

G-G Attends Funeral Service of HM The Queen  

  Monday 19 September 2022 The Governor – General Grand Chief Sir Bob Dadae signing the Condolence Book at Lancaster House, London. (photo credit: Government House) Governor-General, H.E. Grand Chief Sir Bob Bofeng Dadae, and Lady Emeline Dadae are attending the State Funeral Service of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II today Prime Minister Hon. James […]

Prime Minister Meets His Majesty King Charles III

Tuesday 20 September 2022 Prime Minister Hon. James Marape   had an audience with His Majesty King Charles III on Sunday 18 September, during which the Prime Minister passed on condolences from the people of Papua New Guinea on the death of the Queen and discussed with the new monarch various common issues relating to the […]

Constabulary mourns passing of HM The Queen Elizabeth II

Monday 12 September 2022 Constabulary mourns passing of HM The Queen Elizabeth II Commissioner of Police David Manning said Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth the Second, has been a constant presence and beacon of hope for Papua New Guinea as it took its first step as an independent nation 47 years ago. “Sadly, as Papua New […]

Manning happy with decision to establish Internal Security Ministry

Wednesday 31 August 2022 Police Commissioner David Manning says the National Government’s decision to establish the Internal Security Ministry is a step in the right direction as the nation faces immense security and economic challenges. Commissioner Manning made this remark when welcoming newly appointed Internal Security Minister Hon Peter Tsiamalili Jnr at the National Police Headquarters in […]

 GG pays tribute to the country’s fallen heroes

Papua New Guinea celebrated   its 41st Remembrance Day   commemorative service, in remembrance of the war heroes who sacrificed their lives to defend   the country’s freedom. The Remembrance Day Parade and Memorial Service was held at the Ela Beach Remembrance Park  on Saturday 23 July, 2022. In his address to the Nation, Governor-General, Grand Chief, Sir […]

Marape Welcomes Telstra Officials to PNG

Wednesday 19 January 2022 Papua New Guinea welcomes Telstra, Australia’s largest K100 billion telecommunications company’s investment plan, for the telecommunication sector in  the country. Telstra CEO, Andy Penn, who was accompanied by Australian High Commissioner Jon Philp and Telstra’s Head of International Business Oliver Camplin-Warner, were given the assurance by Prime Minister James Marape and […]

PNG Department of ICT Officials visit Cisco Grove at Expo 2020 Dubai UAE

Media Release – 14th January 2022 Minister for ICT Timothy Masiu today announced that the Department of ICT has commenced discussions with a number of technology (tech) multinational corporations (MNCs) as part of the stakeholder engagement process established under the PNG Digital Transformation Policy 2020. “The Department of ICT (DICT) has commenced discussions with tech […]

Cybernetica Signs a Memorandum of Understanding with the PNG Department of Information and Communications Technology

Cybernetica, an Estonian technology company best known for development of Estonia’s e-Estonia X-Road and internet voting system signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Papua New Guinea Department of Information and Communications Technology. The signing took place at the Dubai EXPO 2020 Estonian Pavilion in partnership with the ICT Cluster of Estonian Association of Information […]

Department of ICT Signs A Memorandum of Understanding with Romanian ICT Clusters

The Department of Information and Communications Technology has signed a memorandum of understanding with Romanian ICT Clusters. The Memorandum of Understanding signing took place in the presence of Cluj IT’s Vice president and coordinator of internationalization activities, Daniel Homorodean, and the official delegation of Papua New Guinea, led by Mr. Steven Matainaho, Secretary of the […]

Government House Seeks Eviction Notice for Illegal Settlers

The Office of the Governor General is seeking Court eviction orders to remove illegal settlers that have settled on land belonging to the State on which the Governor General’s Office and Government House is located. Acting Official Secretary Mr. Bill Toraso said illegal settlers have been given advance notices and time to remove their structures […]

ICT Ministry Celebrates Successful Pacific ICT Events

ICT Minister Hon. Timothy Masiu presenting a certificate of appreciation to Ms Lorna McPherson for the participation and support of Digicel PNG during the appreciation event at NICTA. The National Information and Communications Technology Authority (NICTA), with the support of the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) and the National Broadcasting Corporation (NBC), hosted […]

Treasurer: PNG needs to strengthen economic relationship with World’s largest economy

Tuesday 26 September 2023 US President Joe Biden greeting Prime Minister James Marape and  Treasurer, Ian Link-Stuckey at the White House, in Washington DC, today Minister for Treasury, Ian Ling-Stuckey, has described the United States economy as the largest in the world,  and valued at $US26,854 billion in 2023 according to the latest IMF figures, […]

PM Marape arrives in Washington DC for Second US-PIC Summit

Sunday 24  September 2023 Prime Minister James Marape is in Washington DC, attending the 2nd United States-Pacific Island Countries Summit. The summit which commences from 25-26  September, 2023 builds on the historic and first-ever Summit held last year. During that summit, augments and discussions on shared priorities and commitments were discussed, this was later strengthened […]

DPM Rosso Attends  78th UN General Assembly Session

Friday 22 September 2023 Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Lands, Physical Planning and Immigration, Hon. John Rosso,  is currently representing Papua New Guinea at the 78th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) High-Level General Debate in New York. He serves as the Special Envoy of the Prime Minister for this important international […]

Prime Minister Marape and Australian High Commissioner Philp Foster Collaborative Efforts to Advance Papua New Guinea’s Development

Wednesday, 19 September 2023 In a productive meeting held at the Sir Manasupe Haus in Port Moresby today, Prime Minister Hon. James Marape met Australian High Commissioner to Papua New Guinea, His Excellency Jon Philp, to discuss critical aspects of cooperation and development between both nations. Prime Minister Marape expressed his deep appreciation for High […]

Prime Minister formally Welcomes New British High Commissioner to Papua New Guinea

Thursday, 21 September 2023 Prime Minister James Marape formally welcomes new British High Commissioner to PNG HE Ms Angela Macro (right). (photo credit: PM’s Media). Prime Minister Hon. James Marape today extended a warm and formal welcome to the new British High Commissioner to Papua New Guinea, Her Excellency Ms. Angela Macro. The meeting took […]

Ambassador Jamal Abdulla Al Suwaidi’s Visit Strengthens UAE-PNG Relations

 Wednesday, 19 September 2023 The Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), His Excellency Jamal Abdulla Al Suwaidi, embarked on a significant diplomatic mission today, paying a courtesy call on Prime Minister Hon. James Marape. This meeting followed the presentation of his credentials to Governor-General Sir Bob Dadae at Government House, Konedobu, marking a pivotal […]