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Published on April 14, 2021

PNG VACCINE ROLL-OUT CONTINUES

With over 1,500 essential workers already vaccinated in Port Moresby, Health Minister Jelta Wong is optimistic that the numbers will continue to increase as the demand around the country grows. This morning the first batch of 132,000 vaccines arrived in Port Moresby through the COVAX facility in preparation for the Governments National Vaccine Roll-Out. This vaccine will be distributed to all provinces for the vaccination of health care workers and other front line essential workers. Through the COVAX facility, a total of 588,000 doses of the AstraZeneca vaccine will be made available to Papua New Guineans. In response to the concerns about AstraZeneca Minister Wong advised, “To date over 200 million doses of AstraZeneca have been administered around the world. The European and UK regulatory authorities have reviewed and continue to review available data on reports of rare thromboembolic events in those who have been vaccinated in order to understand whether a plausal link can be established with the AZ vaccine.” European and UK regulatory authorities have reviewed and continue to review available data on reports of rare thromboembolic events in those who have been vaccinated in order to understand whether a causal link can be established with the AZ vaccine. They have concluded that the benefits of taking the AZ vaccine outweigh the known potential risks. If there is a link, the events are very rare and the risk is extremely low. WHO advises countries should continue to vaccinate with the AZ vaccine, which has saved millions of lives and prevented serious illness. The possible risk of vaccinating - as per the UK Regulatory Agency (MHRA) report on 31st of March 2021, a total of 79 cases of thromboembolic events with thrombocytopenia have been reported among 20.2 million doses of the COVID-19 Vaccine AstraZeneca administered in the UK. The overall risk of these blood clots is approximately 4 people in a million who receive the vaccine. The risk of NOT vaccinating - as of 7 April 2021, 2.86 million people worldwide have died of COVID-19, and infections continue to rise. AZ vaccine has been shown to be highly effective in preventing the most severe forms of the COVID-19 and death caused by COVID-19. Persons above the age of 50 are at higher risk of severe disease and death from COVID-19 should they be infected. This risk increases with age. They have concluded that the benefits of taking the AstraZeneca vaccine outweigh the known potential risks. If there is a link, the events are very rare and the risk is extremely low. “The risk of severe disease, death or hospitalization as a result of COVID-19 infection is extremely serious. Vaccination is one of the key tools to preventing COVID-19 and to ending the pandemic. Serious side effects may occur from any vaccine but they are extremely rare. It is important to remember that we are witnessing the largest mass vaccination campaign in history, and some rare reactions are to be expected. “Papua New Guinea's infection rate continues to rise rapidly, and as a responsible Government - it is our duty to make vaccines available. I reiterate that taking the vaccine is not mandatory, but it is definitely encouraged. “Our Prime Minister, Our Governor General and our Chief Justice have all taken the vaccine. That in itself is a strong statement from our country’s leadership,” said Minister Wong.

Published on April 14, 2021

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Published on April 14, 2021

REMINGTON GROUP TRAINS TECHS

Four Technicians from Remington Technology and FX Business Centre (Fujifilm Business Innovation PNG) are participating in a pioneer program called “Training the Trainers”. The training is facilitated by Elites Training & Consultancy, a training provider certified by the National Training Council of Papua New Guinea. The program is a first for these market leading technology and document solutions companies. The four technicians taking part in this program have fifty-eight years of combined experience in the field, and a wealth of knowledge to share. Andrew Schmidt (Remington Technology Technical Training & Support Manager), Frederick Tolison (Remington Technology Service Manager), Micah Zale (FX Business Centre Senior Service Technician) and Nelson Nombri (Remington Technology Service Field and Technician Supervisor) will undergo training that will assess them based on projects and presentations in four intense sessions. The aim is to train these technicians so that once they graduate, they will be registered as Instructors and Trainers for Remington Technology and FX Business Centre through the National Training Council. Remington Group Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Peter Goodwin said: “Remington Group is continually evolving. We like to see our people grow. We’re in the business of developing Papua New Guineans in their chosen specialist fields. The four certified technicians that are part of this program, which is the first of its kind for us, are the best at what they do. Collectively, they’ve been with the company for fifty-eight years and it is only right we provide them with the tools they need to train our next generation of technicians”. Once they are certified, they will be responsible for training all technical staff of Remington Group, this will include apprentices that are part of the current Apprenticeship Program that Remington runs. Remington is a household name that has been serving Papua New Guinea since 1948. We sell and service market leading brands across the scanning, printer, copier and business solutions industries.

Published on April 14, 2021

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Published on April 14, 2021

PRIME MINISTER MARAPE ANNOUNCES GOVERNMENT SUPPORT FOR IHU SPECIAL ECONOMIC ZONE

Prime Minister Hon.James Marape MP announced National Government Support for the proposed Special Economic Zone (ISEZ) at Kikori in Gulf Province this week. He announced this when launching the ISEZ and several other impact projects in Kikori. PM Marape was accompanied by Gulf Governor Hon.Chris Haiveta and Central Governor Hon. Robert Agarobe; Goilala MP and Transport Minister Hon. William Samb; Works Minister Hon. Michael Nali; and Kikori MP and Foreign Affairs and Trade Minister Hon. Soroi Eoe. "I came here to support the ISEZ,” he said. “Your land is your contribution to the project. “We will never allow you to sell your land. “By being together and working together, we can build the future we want.” PM Marape announced: K5milllion for Kikori District Development Authority (DDA) land registration and mobilisation until the desired outcome from ISEZ; K10-million every year for the ISEZ project; K5-milllion for construction of Kerema-Ihu-Vailala Road; K5-milllion for Kerema Town road projects; K5-milllion for the Kerema-Ihu-Kikori Road; K7 million for the seven high schools in Gulf; and Ten sawmills to cut trees and build houses. PM Marape said his Government would maximise benefits from the Papua LNG Project for the good of Gulf, which was why development of Kerema, Kikori and Ihu was important.

Published on April 14, 2021

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Published on April 14, 2021

BREAKING NEWS: 219 NEW COVID-19 CASES ON MONDAY APRIL 12 – PNG TOTAL AT 8,821

219 new COVID-19 cases on Monday April 12 – PNG total at 8,821 Papua New Guinea recorded 219 new COVID-19 cases in the last 24 hours ending 12 midday on Monday April 12, increasing the total number of COVID-19 cases for the country to 8,821. Globally, the total confirmed cases of COVID-19 is 134,957,752 including 646,863 new cases reported in the last 24 hours. The global death toll is 2,918,752 of which 10,712 were reported in the last 24 hours. So far 21 provinces in PNG have reported COVID-19 cases. This includes a total of 69 COVID-19 related deaths.

Published on April 13, 2021

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Published on April 13, 2021

https://pnghausbung.com/kalang-advertising-ltd-staff-claim-no-covid-19-protocols-as-almost-half-test-positive-for-covid-19/

Published on April 13, 2021

KALANG ADVERTISING LTD STAFF CLAIM NO COVID-19 PROTOCOLS AS ALMOST HALF TEST POSITIVE FOR COVID-19

“There wasn’t any protocols or procedures in place for the staff well-being and protection.” That is from a spokesperson of Kalang Advertising who wished to remain anonymous in an interview with this newsroom. “There are no policies regarding COVID-19 for the staff and for our families at home as well.” “As a result of no proper protocol or procedure in place, a big number of us tested positive for COVID-19.” 20 staff tested positive for COVID-19 and 18 of the staff are currently in isolation at the Nightingale Isolation Centre with 2 in self isolation. “As media personnel, we are also front liners and we feel like this is a breach of the Pandemic Laws.” The staff members in isolation have signed a petition to be taken up the management, the PNG Media Council, the KTHL board and the Pandemic controller, Mr. David Manning to address issues such as staff health cover and workplace safety protocols. “We want this addressed because we don’t want any other media company, any other company in the public and private sector to go through what we are going through.” The Spoke person further added that as per the doctors from the isolation center, once they are discharged, they must isolate for at least a week before returning to work. However, staff claim to have been told by the Kalang Advertising management that they will resume as soon as they are discharged. The spokesperson further added that they were unable to confirm what the procedure is in place for the staff that are still working. Almost half the staff tested positive however the office building is still open and operating as normal. The spokesperson made an appeal to the general public to take this pandemic seriously and follow the COVID-19 protocols. "This way you look after yourself and your families." Meanwhile, the Kumul Telikom Holdings Board has met on this matter and Board Chairman Mr Johnson Pundari confirmed today that a response to the Letter and Petition is expected to be made by this afternoon or tomorrow at the latest.

Published on April 13, 2021

CHIEF JUSTICE CONFIRMED THE DEATH OF THE LATE JUSTICE NICHOLAS KIRRIWOM

The Chief Justice yesterday confirmed the death of the late Justice Nicholas Kirriwom, CMG, who at the time of his passing was the Judge Administrator for the East and West Sepik Province and also Manus Province. He died in office whilst serving his third term as a Judge of the National Courts and Supreme Courts. He passed away in the morning of Monday 12th April 2021, whilst receiving medical treatment at the Pacific International Hospital in Port Moresby. The Judiciary is deeply saddened by his untimely passing and offer our sincere condolences to his wife Rachael Kirriwom, his children and relatives and friends who are equally saddened and mourning his death. The Judiciary is in the process of organising a ceremonial sitting to farewell the Judge, funeral arrangements and repatriation to the final resting place. PRESS STATEMENT [pdf-embedder url="https://pnghausbung.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Press-statement-for-Kirriwom-J.pdf" title="Press statement for Kirriwom J"] Curriculum Vitae [pdf-embedder url="https://pnghausbung.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/4_J.Kirriwom_CV.pdf"]

Published on April 13, 2021