With strong emphasis from the National Capital District (NCD) Governor Powes Parkop for a citywide approach to development, the contribution by the youths, although as part of skills training, is adding value to the overall expansion efforts in the city.
City Manager Ravu Frank, having spent more than 20 years with the Commission prior to taking the top job on 8 July 2022, takes pride in the city’s progressive development over the years.
“The major infrastructure projects that I have been involved with and taken leadership of, have greatly impacted the appearance of the city and are testimony to the high commitment I have always had to provide the best in service to the city and its residents.”
Mr Frank added mention of development since 2011 where all the major capital road projects were constructed, notably the four-lane highways and arterial roads, the first ever fly over in the country, Ela Beach and the grand stadiums and sporting venues in the city.
He vowed to continue to give his best for the betterment of the city in his four-year tenure.
The works at the memorial and recreational park at Waigani initially began in September by trainees in Intake Three that involved the supply and installation of 227m of perimeter fencing and the construction of 1.7km footpath.
UYEP II is an initiative of the Government (GoPNG) which aims to improve the capacity of participating young men and women in Project areas, to engage in productive income generating activities.
The Project will be extended to include Lae in Morobe Province. 
