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 […]
DICT, UNITECH sign MoU for digital collaboration
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 […]
DevOps vital for service delivery – Pomaloh
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 […]
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 […]
Digital Transformation Officers, the team to transform the Public Service: Masiu
The Minister for Information and Communications Technology Hon. Timothy Masiu officially launched the first of its kind, the Government to Government (G2G) conference and workshop of all Government and State […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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) […]
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 […]
Minister Masiu arrives in Dubai, United Arab Emirates to attend the Dubai Expo 2020 Travel & Connectivity Week Program
Media Release – 10th January 2022 Minister for Information and Communications Technology (ICT), Hon. Timothy Masiu is in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE) at the invitation of the Minister for […]
Masiu acknowledges efforts for PNG’s Participation in World Expo 2020 and calls to harness Trade opportunities
Media Release – 11th January 2022 Hon. Timothy Masiu MP, Minister for Information and Communications Technology (ICT), on his arrival in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE) to deliver the Keynote […]
MINISTER MASIU MEETS U.A.E. MINISTER OF STATE FOR ECONOMIC AND COMMERCIAL AFFAIRS: SEEKS COOPERATION IN DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION
Media Release – 12th January 2022 In a meeting held yesterday at the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Abu Dhabi, PNG Minister for ICT Timothy Masiu and […]
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 […]
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 […]
DICT and Kumulsoft Partner to Address Government Asset Management Gaps
Port Moresby, Tuesday 15 April 2025 The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Kumulsoft Limited today, 15 April 2025, to allow […]
What’s the Difference Between NID and Digital ID (SevisPass)? And How Can They Work Together?
As the Department of Information and Communications Technology plans to introduce a key Digital Service – SevisPass, one important question technologists, policymakers, and the public alike are asking is, What […]
ICT Minister Highlights Progress in Digital Govt, Urges Investment in Digital ID as Core National Infrastructure
Monday 7th April, 2025 Minister for Information and Communications Technology, Hon. Timothy Masiu, reiterated the government’s commitment to advancing Papua New Guinea’s digital transformation agenda at the Artificial Intelligence Summit […]
PNG Hosts First-Ever AI Summit, ICT Minister Calls for Responsible Use of Artificial Intelligence
Monday 7th April 2025 The Artificial Intelligence Summit 2025 was held today Monday 7th April, at the Crown Hotel in Port Moresby, organized by the International Training Institute and the […]
Digital ID and Social Media Policy Identifies as Key to Properly Regulate Facebook, Parliamentary Committee Calls on Treasury to support with funding
Thursday, 27th March, 2025 The Parliamentary Committee on Communications has identified the Digital ID project and the Social Media Policy as critical tools for effectively regulating Facebook and other online […]
Parliamentary Committee on the summons of Police Commissioner, DICT Secretary and NICTA CEO regarding Temporary Block on Facebook
Thursday 28th March, 2025 Chairman of the Parliamentary Committee on Communications, Hon. Marsh Narewec has assured the country that democracy remains vibrant and strong. This was after the Committee issued […]
DICT Conducts Cyber Awareness for PNG Immigration
Thursday 27March, 2025 The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), and the Information Delivery Division from the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) conducted a cyber awareness session at the […]
NEW SCHOLARSHIP FOR PNG WOMEN IN CYBERSECURITY
Australia Awards Papua New Guinea has introduced a new scholarship to support women pursuing careers in cybersecurity and was officially launched today at the Australian High Commission in Papua New […]
ICT Minister Opens New Learning Centre Under NICTA’s Connect the Schools Program for Tubuseria Junior High School
Friday, 7th March 2025 As part of the Universal Access & Service (UAS) Connect the Schools Program, led by the National Information and Communications Technology Authority (NICTA), ICT Minister Hon. […]
PM Marape Orders Police and DICT to Investigate Recent Social Media Attack on Miss PNG, May Hasola
Friday 14 February, 2025 Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has directed the Police and the Department of Information and Communication Technology (DICT) to immediately investigate the cyber-attacks on Miss Papua […]