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COVID-19 UPDATE: 155 NEW CASES RECORDED ON THURSDAY APRIL 15TH; TOTAL NOW 9,343

Papua New Guinea has recorded 155 new COVID-19 cases as of 12 midday on Thursday April 15, increasing the total number of cases to 9,343. The cases were reported in 14 provinces. COVID-19 related deaths remain at 82. Globally, the total confirmed cases of COVID-19 is 136,996,364 including 679,003 new cases reported in the last 24 hours. The death toll is 2,951,832 of which 10,367 were reported in the last 24 hours. 22 provinces in PNG including the Autonomous Region of Bougainville (AROB) have reported cases, as shown below:

Published on April 17, 2021

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Published on April 16, 2021

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Published on April 16, 2021

RAMINAI SLAMS KALUWIN’S COMMENTS ON THE APPOINTMENT OF NARI COUNCIL MEMBERS

Minister for Sports and Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology Wesley Raminai has released a statement setting the record straight that proper process was followed when appointing new members to the National Agricultural Research Institute Governing Council. He was referring to a recent media statement from the former NARI Council chairman Professor Chalapan Kaluwin, who alleged poor practices exercised in the appointments that replaced the old Council. “Professor Chalapan Kaluwin’s term on the Council expired on 1 February 2021. For the other members of the council, their terms expired on 14 July 2019,” Raminai said. “As Minister responsible and acting in accordance with the powers bestowed on me, I followed proper relevant processes to appoint members to the Council. If the new council didn’t include him (Chalapan), he just needs to accept the fact that his services are no longer required, and he should move on. “Professor Chalapan should refrain from bad-mouthing me for my decision and stop doubting the capacity and expertise of the new council members, some of whom are his colleagues.” “I wanted a new group of council members who have adopted my vision, which is in line with the Marape-Basil Government and they have been challenged to deliver on the objectives necessary for this country to benefit more from the agricultural sector. Many stakeholders and experts in this sector have been saying that we are not getting maximum benefits from this sector and the new council’s tasks include taking these on board and through appropriate research, rectify some of the issues that are impediments to improve the agricultural sector. “The new council, which comprises of some highly qualified and experienced personnel, also draws together a wider variety of skillsets, which comes in handy as we look at commercializing agriculture. “They have already started on these new challenges and our good professor should allow these Papua New Guineans to have an opportunity to contribute to this industry. At this juncture we thank him and his council members for their contributions during their term.” “Our fore fathers have been doing subsistence farming for many centuries and the Governing Council will focus on finding the best practices and systems to commercialise agriculture so that not only do we improve food security but at the same time get maximum returns on our production. We not only want to increase capacity but ensure appropriate high quality which meets international standards for exports to bring in much needed foreign exchange,” Raminai said.

Published on April 16, 2021

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Published on April 16, 2021

PNG Covid 19 Statistics

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Published on April 16, 2021

Covid 19 Statics.xlsx

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Published on April 16, 2021

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Published on April 16, 2021

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Published on April 15, 2021

COMMITTED TO OUR MEMBERS, COMMITTED TO OUR FUTURE

As part of its membership engagement, National Superannuation Fund (Nasfund) hosted its Online Employer Conference this week (Wednesday April 14, 2021). Through this e-conference, members were provided updates on the Fund’s activities in 2020, its response to COVID 19 and the final audited results. . Over 4,000 viewers were in attendance. Presenters were CEO Ian Tarutia, CFO Rajeev Sharma, Joint CIO Fiona Nelson, Chief Officer Member Services Anne Wilson and CEO NCSL, Vari Lahui. In his opening address, Mr. Tarutia reminded members that superannuation savings was an investment for the long term. It was not a bank. Mr Tarutia informed the conference that the Funds profitability and consequent crediting of 4.5 % to members was a reflection of the depressed state of the economy which was compounded by COVID impacts. CFO Rajeev Sharma in his presentation said cash income was above budget however profitability was affected by valuation losses across property and equity investments which was the reason the Fund declared a lower profit of K 223 million. Other highlights were increased payments of superannuation withdrawals of K 469 million to members, new logo rebrand, a new client service center in Waigani and signing of strategic partnerships with Investment Promotion Authority and the East Sepik Provincial Government to boost membership growth. CEO Ian Tarutia said “We’ve taken on the mantra that COVID-19 is no longer an excuse. It is now a part of our life, and is here to stay. It is time to get on with business, and keep moving forward.” In times of adversity, if you look hard enough, you will find an opportunity that leads to prosperity. This is what Your Fund is doing, to grow your retirement savings”. We are also focusing on adding value to our membership, with a focus on improving our Membership Discount Program (MDP) offering to members. “We will continue to ensure the health and wellbeing of our staff and members are our number one priority.” Whilst the conference was hosted primarily via Zoom, members were able to join in the discussions from the Nasfund Facebook and LinkedIn pages ensuring extensive coverage. Updates and clips will be shared on the Nasfund website and other digital platforms. Similar online engagements are expected in the coming months, with the Fund looking to increase its engagements with members under the New Normal.

Published on April 15, 2021

https://pnghausbung.com/png-records-11-new-covid-19-deaths-on-wednesday-april-14-total-deaths-at-82/

Published on April 15, 2021

PNG RECORDS 11 NEW COVID-19 DEATHS ON WEDNESDAY APRIL 14 - TOTAL DEATHS AT 82

Papua New Guinea has recorded 11 new COVID-19 deaths in the last 24 hours ending 12 midday on Wednesday April 14, increasing the total number of deaths to 82. While the 11 deaths are newly reported to the National Control Centre, the dates of the deaths range from March 19 to April, 2021. These deaths were recorded in three provinces, the NCD, Eastern Highlands and West New Britain Province. The National Capital District recorded four deaths of which all were males at the ages of 24, 53, 64 and 66 years. Eastern Highlands Province recorded six deaths of which all are males aged 40, 55, 56, 58, 60 and 65 years. West New Britain reported a single death of a 39-year-old female. To date, NCD has recorded a total of 56 deaths, Eastern Highlands six, Jiwaka four whilst Morobe, West New Britain and West Sepik have reported three deaths each. New Ireland, Western Highlands and Western province recorded two deaths each whilst Enga recorded a single death. Also in the last 24 hours, a total of 204 new COVID-19 cases were reported from 24 districts in 13 provinces, bringing the national total to 9,188. Central province reported four new cases, East New Britain 25 cases, Eastern Highlands 64 cases, Jiwaka four cases whilst both Madang and Manus reported seven cases each. Milne Bay reported 34 cases, Morobe and Western Highlands a single case each, NCD 40 cases, Southern Highlands two cases, West New Britain four cases and Western Province with 11 new cases. Of the 204 new cases reported, 119 are males, 79 females and six not stated. Their ages range from four years to 76. At the time of testing 105 cases were showing symptoms of COVID-19 whilst 98 were asymptomatic. Twenty-two provinces including the Autonomous Region of Bougainville (AROB) have reported cases. Globally, the total confirmed cases of COVID-19 is 136,291,755 including 567,849 new cases reported in the last 24 hours. The death toll is 2,941,128 of which 9,521 were reported in the last 24 hours.

Published on April 15, 2021

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