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https://pnghausbung.com/educational-television-channel-coming-soon/

Published on June 2, 2021

EDUCATIONAL TELEVISION CHANNEL COMING SOON

Schools students in the country will soon access a 24 hour educational television channel following a signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between the National Department of Education (NDOE) and Digicel Foundation PNG. Digicel PNG Senior Vice President and Chief Sales Officer Lorna McPherson stressed the importance of literacy as being the key to the development of the country. She said the partnership with NDOE is an opportunity for Digicel to be part of educating the vast population through this television channel. The Education Secretary Dr Uke Kombra said the platform is a step in the right direction as the Department is moving towards being Digital. He said tapping into Digicel’s pre-existing coverage will allow for a greater reach for students right around the country. “We will now be able to provide a separate, dedicated channel for education.” “This is an opportunity that we are highly appreciative of and we will be able to use to reach more students.” “We will have content that is relevant to our children based on the curriculum. “Said Kombra. It is understood the Education Television Channel will be up and running by late July.

Published on June 2, 2021

https://pnghausbung.com/tiktok-a-new-entertainment-option/

Published on June 2, 2021

"TIKTOK," THE NEW ENTERTAINMENT OPTION

Like social media giant, Facebook, the newly introduced TikTok app is doing its share of rounds for everyday Papua New Guinean's and has gained momentum as it did widely around the world and is fast becoming one of the main entertainment options for teens and adults alike. This app is not foreign to Papua New Guineans who use it and have become familiar with it creating accounts to follow trends, edit photos, using filters and effects and following either educational, inspirational, food, humorous or other content pages that are available. But here's the catch; weighing in on the pros and cons, we might ask what type of content is suitable to be posted on TikTok or if we Papua New Guineans are using the application in an acceptable manner and not abusing it. When does it become a violation of the laws, and if the application is regulated for its users. TikTok is a video-sharing social networking application service owned by Chinese company ByteDance and the social media platform makes a variety of short-form videos, from genres like dance, comedy, and education with a duration from 15 seconds to one minute. Papua New Guineans shared their experiences and what they thought of the app and if we are abusing this social media site. 27 year old Hussein Lowah said we Papua New Guineans just follow what the rest of the world is doing on TikTok. But the difference is our strong cultural beliefs and what our people choose to accept and engage in on this App. It all comes down to our mentality as Papua New Guineans and how we define the abuse of TikTok. “TikTok is a social media platform and we Papua New Guineans should use it to express and promote our culture by doing unique things that depict our culture and the type of people we are, basically using this platform at a proper and acceptable way will only create less problems”, added Hussein. 24 year old Chantika Haru, who has over 81, 000 thousand (81.4K) followers on TikTok said that she wanted to stay off the App for a while but out of literal boredom because half the time she was in quarantine, she found it a good way to pass time, plus having previously an account on TikTok, there were a lot more educational content then just dancing. “In my opinion I think the application itself is not the problem, Papua New Guineans just have this ‘monkey see monkey do’ type of mindset without fully understanding the repercussions of what they’re putting out there for the world to see”, said Chantika. 19 year old Joshua Lester based in Brisbane, Australia said he wouldn’t call it abuse for some content Papua New Guineans upload but he would call it "cringe." “There can be all kinds of content on TikTok but it all comes down to the target audience and what you are looking at to do with your content”, added Joshua. But look on the bright side, we’ve had some of our local Papua New Guinean songs that went viral with users all over the Pacific (even the globe) had their fair take on the dance trend. Songs like ‘Koko’ by JayRex Suisui, ‘Iko Iko’ by Justin Wellington and now trending ‘Tambu Lewa’ by Tintin Reu Feat Uncle Dee and ‘Eastside’ by Tonton Malele featuring DJ Dirty Fingers. To be a part of this social media platform, we must know the content and the message we are trying to get across to their followers since TikTok itself is an app that is used around by millions around the globe and what content you upload gets viewed by someone out there.

Published on June 2, 2021

https://pnghausbung.com/kina-bank-appoints-chief-of-staff-new-executive-role-to-drive-transformation/

Published on June 2, 2021

KINA BANK APPOINTS CHIEF OF STAFF, NEW EXECUTIVE ROLE TO DRIVE TRANSFORMATION

Kina Bank is pleased to announce the appointment of Judith Ugava-Taunao as Chief of Staff reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer. In this new senior leadership role, Judith will take a position on the Executive Committee, demonstrating Kina’s continued commitment to promoting PNG women into leadership roles. Judith joins Kina Bank with a distinguished career, having worked in international development, organisational transformation, and human resource development and leadership. For 18 years she has built a career that spans across international borders and sectors. Prior to joining Kina Bank, Judith was at Oil Search where she served as the Vice President, Change Management Lead and as the General Manager for OSL’s Citizen Development Program. “I am pleased to join the Kina Bank team at a time when the opportunity to introduce new and transformative change in the banking industry is upon us,” said Ms Ugava-Taunao. “It is exciting to consider Kina’s growth over the next five years and the drive to bring improved financial services to Papua New Guineans who want more out of their banks.” In her new role, Judith will be responsible for developing and delivering key strategic, business priorities. The appointment is critical to the success of the business, ensuring the bank delivers on its long-term aspirations. Judith adds significant strength to the executive team. Greg Pawson, Kina Bank’s Chief Executive Officer said: “I am delighted that Judith is joining the Kina Bank team. She has a tremendous amount of knowledge and experience that will benefit the Bank in its transformational journey. Judith’s appointment also demonstrates our continued commitment to promoting women into leadership roles. It’s an exciting time of growth and expansion for us and with Judith’s expertise in business development and change management, we have an exciting future ahead.”

Published on June 2, 2021

https://pnghausbung.com/registration-fees-reduced-by-half-due-to-shortened-season/

Published on June 2, 2021

REGISTRATION FEES REDUCED BY HALF DUE TO SHORTENED SEASON

The Papua New Guinea National Rugby League Competition (PNGNRLC) Board has reduced the registration fees by half for all 12 Franchises due to a shortened 2021 Digicel Cup season. PNGNRLC Chairman Adrian Chow said the decision was reached at a Board meeting on Saturday ahead of the season kick off this weekend. “In view of the hardships faced by franchises during these difficult times amid the global pandemic, the National Rugby League Competition (NRLC) Board decided that the registration fees of K200,000 plus GST for 2021 will be subsidised by 50% to K100,000 plus GST,” Chow said. “The Board also decided that with Round 1 kicking off this weekend on June 5, 2021, each franchise will play against each other once over 11 rounds plus four weeks of finals including the grand -final on September 12, 2021.” He said this same draw was applied in 2020 and the Board took into consideration budget constraints and increased costs to franchises and their sponsors/partners arising from Covid 19 and the delays caused to start the season. “The cost savings from the shortened season to 15 weeks will be passed on to each franchise,” Chow said. “Those franchises who have paid in full will be reimbursed the subsidised amount.” He thanked the partners and sponsors of the 12 franchises, players, coaching staff and management and all stakeholders for their steadfast support without whom, the country’s premier rugby league competition would not be able to proceed. “Let me remind you all to adhere and comply with the Banis Protocols at all times as we look forward to the 2021 Digicel Cup season kicking off this weekend,” Chow said.

Published on June 2, 2021

https://pnghausbung.com/pm-to-present-framework-agreement-to-porgera-mine-landowners/

Published on June 1, 2021

PM TO PRESENT FRAMEWORK AGREEMENT TO PORGERA MINE LANDOWNERS

The Prime Minister, Hon. James Marape, MP will formally handover the Framework Agreement for the reopening of the Porgera Mine in Enga Province to the affected landowners. PM Marape announced this today following reports that the affected landowners in the province have apparently protested against a planned visit this week to be called off. “Since taking Office on May 30th 2019, I have advocated for greater share of the benefits from our resources to landowners and affected landowners and that stands. “That is why we have amended existing resource laws including the Mining Act 2020 and the Oil and Gas Act 2020 to ensure landowners get a fair share under our ‘Take Back PNG’ slogan. “My visit to the Porgera Mine in the Lagaip-Porgera District this week was to talk to the affected landowners, the mine management and other mine affected communities. “One of the main reasons why I wanted to travel to Porgera was to formally hand over the Framework Agreement. “The State is currently seeking Barracks concurrence to release the Framework Agreement,’’ said PM Marape. He said that the National Government has no intention of leaving out the affected landowners and will be included in every step of the way towards reopening the mine. “The landowners will be made known and will have a copy of the Framework Agreement before any awareness is carried out, which will include the Enga Provincial Government and their community leaders. “Landowners and affected communities in Porgera are well versed with the impacts of the mine and the benefits they got as a province. We will give them a copy and spell out what is in it for them at our appropriate forums and meetings. “That was the essence of my planned visit to Porgera this week and I know my good people of Porgera understand the Government’s position and allow the lawful processes to take its course towards reopening of the mine with their share of benefits intact,” the Prime Minister said. PM Marape said landowners will not be left behind in pursuit for the extraction and development of our resources including Porgera which my Government is fully supportive of as long as my people get the value for their resources. “I look forward to meeting the good people of Porgera and speaking to the affected landowner communities and the Enga Provincial Government with the developer Barrick soon.” Further, the Prime Minister said after this visit, his Government will set a date for a proper development forum where all benefits will be heard and consulted for benefit split.

Published on June 1, 2021

https://pnghausbung.com/paga-hill-casino-deal-may-lead-to-weakening-of-regulators-role/

Published on June 1, 2021

PAGA HILL CASINO DEAL MAY LEAD TO WEAKENING OF REGULATOR’S ROLE

The recent announcement by the National Gaming Control Board (NGCB) that it will be partnering with a private firm to build a casino in Port Moresby raises serious governance implications on the sector says Transparency International PNG (TIPNG). It has been reported by the media that the NGCB and the Paga Hill Development Corporation (PHDC) signed an MOU to build a casino which in its first phase of development will cost at least K150 million. “In signing this agreement, the State through the NGCB is seriously undermining its independence as the industry regulator. Regulators like the NGCB have the important role to uphold and maintain the probity and the integrity of operators in the gaming sector and of individuals involved in the sector. They are the referee responsible for applying the rules of the game, they should not be running around as a player on the field. This type of conduct may lead to an abuse of the rules and bias in decision making” said Chair of the TIPNG Board Peter Aitsi in a media statement. “TIPNG calls on the Board Members of the NGCB to ensure their role as an oversight body under the Gaming Control Act is not diminished in pursing this agreement.” “The global experience with casinos suggests an increased likelihood of money-laundering and undue political influence where the regulator is weak or is compromised. TIPNG calls for details of the MOU to be made public and all financial details involving the use of public monies be disclosed. We don’t want to end up in the same situation as past failed investments like the 5-Star Boroko Casino Hotel scandal,” said Mr. Aitsi. In seeking means of increasing revenue generation, the State must ensure good governance, the rule of law so the well-being of our citizens is protected and importantly public funds are not wasted.

Published on June 1, 2021

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