Bougainville President Ishmael Toroama has officially announced the appointment of a new 14-member Bougainville Executive Council recently, the announcement of the cabinet marked what he described as the beginning of a new chapter in Bougainville’s leadership and governance.The new Cabinet is as follows: • President Ishmael Toroama – Minister responsible for Intergovernmental Affairs, Mining, Communications and State-Owned Enterprises • Hon. Ezekiel Masatt – Vice President; Minister responsible for Justice and Independence Mission Implementation (Member for Tonsu Constituency) • Hon. Patrick Nisira – Minister responsible for Infrastructure & Utilities (Member for Halia Constituency) • Hon. Albert Punghau – Minister responsible for Treasury & Finance (Member for Motuna Huyono Tokunutui Constituency) • Hon. Amanda Masono – Minister responsible for Fisheries, Marine Resources and Climate Change (Minister for Atolls Constituency) • Hon. Paul Cheung – Minister responsible for Community Government (Member for Selau Constituency) • Hon. Thomas Pataaku – Minister responsible for Public Service (Member for Ramu Constituency) • Hon. Melvin Wilolopa – Minister responsible for Community Development, Youth, Churches and Sports (Member for Lato Constituency) • Hon. Willie Masiu – Minister responsible for Police and Correctional Services (Member for Wisai Constituency) • Hon. Delourdes Semoso – Minister responsible for Health (Member for North Bougainville Womens) • Hon. Robin Wilson – Minister responsible for Commerce, Trade, Industry and Education (Member for Barawa Constituency) • Hon. Linus Dake Jnr – Minister responsible for Veteran Affairs (Member for South Bougainville Veterans) • Hon. Clarence Dency – Minister responsible for Primary Industries (Member for Eivo Torau Constituency) • Hon. Henry Potabu – Minister responsible for Lands, Physical Planning, Environment & Conservation (Member for North Nasioi Constituency) The swearing-in ceremony of the cabinet was held recently before the presence of Magistrate Bruce Tasikul, Members of the Bougainville House of Representatives, ABG Chief Secretary, departmental heads, and senior officials including development partners. In his official address to the new cabinet, President Toroama congratulated the newly appointed ministers but also reminding them that their call to serve was not merely to govern, but to lead with integrity and discipline. “The people of Bougainville have entrusted you with a sacred duty. You are being called not simply to govern, but to lead.” “And in leadership, there is no room for complacency, self-interest, or division,” President Toroama said. He emphasized that the new Executive Council must demonstrate loyalty—first to the Constitution of Bougainville, and ultimately to the people of Bougainville. “Loyalty must mean fidelity to the Constitution of Bougainville, to the guiding principles of good governance, and to the dreams of every Bougainvillean in every corner of our land,” the President said. “Listen to the people’s voices, respect their customs and serve their interests. Let your words and actions reflect the mandate they have given us to lead Bougainville to a better future.” President Toroama also reminded the ministers of the government’s central goal of achieving Independence Readiness by 2027, urging them to work with urgency and purpose. “Our vision is bold and non-negotiable—Bougainville will be Independence-Ready by 2027,” he stated. “We have just under two years to build the systems, pass the laws, train the people, and prove to the world—and to ourselves—that we are ready to govern a free and independent Bougainville.” He further challenged all ministers to take ownership of their portfolios and deliver measurable outcomes, announcing a six-month performance review period for all cabinet members starting on the day of official appointments. Toroama further added that the performance of each minister will be assessed based on their ability to deliver outcomes, improve departmental functions, and contribute meaningfully to the Independence Readiness Agenda,” he said. “This is not symbolic; this is a serious warning. Should you fail to perform your duties to the standard expected, you will be removed from office.” “The people of Bougainville deserve nothing less than our best efforts.”

A team of 10 trekkers endured steep rainforest climbs, slippery ridges, and high-altitude conditions for 8 days along the Ghost Mountain expedition last week before returning to Port Moresby on Monday 20th October 2025. That was the start of many more tracks to come, it was also the start of the retelling of the PNG- US war history which has been forgotten and untold for many decades. The weeklong expedition completed at the resting place of the Flying Dutchmen on Mt Obree. A dream and passion by American Author James Campbell and Australian explorer and author Peter Gamgee will now be the awakening of the forgotten US soldiers on the Ghost Mountains back in year 1942. These two Explorers and authors shared their journey and inspirations behind the books they both wrote regarding the battle and struggles on the Ghost Mountains, highlighting that the expedition taken recently is an extraordinary experience that blends history with friendship and endurance. Mr. James Campbell who is the author of “The Ghost Mountain Boys”, stated that he was a young journalist back in year 1995 when he first heard about the United States War on Papua New Guinea, and his fascinations grew from there, resulting in him writing a whole book about it in 2002 which was bought by Panguin Random House, largest publisher in the world. “The largest publisher in the world recognized that this was a stunning historical story that everybody needed to know.” After his first hike on the Ghost Mountains in 2016 he went back and wrote that story for a magazine called “Outside Magazine”, and that story was chosen as one of the best American stories of that year. “The Ghost Mountain Boys is a history book about the brave 900 men from the 126 Infantry Regime of the 2nd Battalion who started their track on the Ghost Mountain trail back on October 8, 1942, when they began their track along the ghost mountain trail.” “This was one of the cruel tracks in modern military history, sadly out of the 900 American soldiers only 126 soldiers and 6 officers were alive.” Gamgee, author of “The Search for the Flying Dutchman” gave an insight into the inspiration behind the book, stating it started back in 2009 when he first walked that trail, he went back in 2020 to physical search for the flying Dutchmen, without metal detector, no helicopter, no leader or what so ever, but just him and the locals who told him they know where the crash site of the flying Dutchmen was. “6 times we tried looking for it but failed, that was how “The Search of the Flying Dutchmen” book was born.” The book is about an American War plane C-47 flying to the Owen Stanley Range, unaware that it was going to be its last flight and how this plane for decades laid in the forest of the Ghost Mountains undiscovered. “The real search of the Flying Dutchmen is the search of the ways that we can turn tragedy of the flying Dutchmen around to the benefit of the local people.” The expedition was made up of 8 male trekkers and 2 female trekkers from Australia, and the United States, including PNG and amongst the team was Donna Wilson, 57, granddaughter of one of the American soldiers who fought in Papua New Guinea during World War II. The recent track was about giving back to the people, and GT Bustin from Tribal Foundation who was one of the trackers highlighted that the team on their expedition for the first time in decades delivered boxes of medical supplies to Dorobisoro Clinics. “K11,000 in medical supplies, this will benefit the 5 villages along the trail.” “A K20,000 was paid this week for tractors to fix the trail, and there are talks around guests house and many more initiatives to benefit the locals, but priority is health and education.” Tribal Foundation, Central Governor Rufina Peter and Member for Rigo Ano Pala will continue in this partnership to see this Ghost Mountain Expedition grow into something big where more and more Americans can come walk this track and talk about its history. “This expedition is not only to revive the wartime history and to promote tourism but also to deliver basic services to the remote Central communities along the trail.”

The Bougainville Fisheries Directorate, in collaboration with the National Fisheries Authority (NFA), is currently conducting a month-long awareness campaign on the Sea Cucumber (Beche-de-mer) fishery across the Autonomous Region of Bougainville.The campaign commenced on the September 29, 2025, and will conclude on October 29, 2025. This campaign forms part of the mandatory requirements under the Beche-de-mer Open Season process and aims to ensure fishers, exporters, and local communities are informed about sustainable harvesting and compliance measures. The joint awareness program is supported by the Bougainville Police Service and focuses on key topics including: • Identification of sea cucumber species, particularly CITES-listed species. • Legal and export requirements. • Sustainable harvesting practices and compliance • Reporting and monitoring mechanisms to safeguard the fishery resource. Awareness activities were also conducted through community workshops, shoreline inspections, and stakeholder consultations in selected coastal communities. The program began in North Bougainville and will continue through Central and South Bougainville before the season opens. The awareness campaign emphasizes the importance of responsible resource management to ensure the long-term sustainability of the Beche-de-mer fishery, which remains one of Bougainville’s most valuable marine commodities. The Beche-de-mer Open Season is scheduled to commence on October 17, 2025, and will remain open until Bougainville reaches its Total Allowable Catch (TAC). The TAC for Bougainville will be confirmed once the season officially opens.

A historic trekking site which was used back in the World War II by the American soldiers, was officially opened for trekking on Monday October 13, 2025, in Gaba Gaba Village, Central Province.The Americans base and the track used in WWII used by American soldiers during the battle with Japanese soldiers to Kokoda was officially reopened and named as “Ghost Mountain Expedition” for tracking. The historical site known as Kapa Kapa trail is the second largest tourism tracking product after the famous Kokoda Track through the Owen Stanley Range, this track will now enable more outside visitors and local trekkers into the province thus is will also add to the boosting of its economy. The Ghost Mountain Expedition was initiated by PNG Tribal Foundation and is supported by Central Provincial Member Rufina Peter as well as the member for Rigo district, Sir Ano Pala. This opened trekking site will increase tourism, build basic services including schools, aid posts, electricity amongst others in remote villages starting from Dorobisoro and neighboring villages of the WWII trail where locals helped soldiers during the battle. Sir Ano Pala said Gabagaba village was called to take the frontline in 1942 to help assist the American soldiers during the war battles, this time they will be called again to take the frontline not for battles but for peace, leading the international visitors to walk the 48km trail southeast to the Kokoda trail. “As we launched the Ghost Mountain Lagacy Track, and the revisit of the Kapakapa trail, let us be reminded of our needs as well, and our leaders must stand together to bring in all basic services.” Meanwhile, PNG Tribal Foundation President Gary Bustin, said ten trekkers from Colorado, United States and Australia have started the eight days walk today from Dorobisoro. “We will be visiting the villages as we walk through the track and help with basic medical supplies, also we will be talking to the villages and see the needs especially schools, aid posts and others that we can build for the villages.” “It is not just the trekking but bringing basic services to the villages that once helped the American soldiers during the WWII and how we can give back to the communities.” Moreover, Desmond Baira, Chairman for Economy and Tourism, Central Provincial Government on behalf of the Central Governor committed K200, 000 to Gabagaba village with Sir Ano who also committed K20, 000 to Gabagaba village for its basic services. “We are expected to see tracking tourism grow in the next years.”

The 9th Pacific Tuna Forum (PTF 2025) is currently underway at the Sofitel Fiji Resort and Spa, Denarau, Nadi, Fiji, under the transformative theme “Pacific Tuna 2050: Resilience, Innovation, Equity and Sustainable Trade for a Prosperous Future.” The 9th Tuna Forum was jointly organized by the Ministry of Fisheries and Forestry of Fiji, the National Fisheries Authority (NFA) of Papua New Guinea, and INFOFISH, in collaboration with key regional fisheries organizations and partners. This PTF 2025 will once again bring together policymakers, regulatory authorities, industry leaders, development partners, academia, and community representatives from across the Pacific and beyond. This is a Forum of Global Significance that highlights that the Western and Central Pacific Ocean (WCPO) region accounts for nearly 60% of the global tuna harvest, positioning the Blue Pacific Continent as the heart of the global tuna industry. The long-term sustainability of this shared resource is not only vital to the economic and social well-being of Pacific Island nations but also has far reaching global implications — from food security and employment to climate resilience and the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs). 2PTF 2025 provides a critical platform to deliberate on strategies that ensure greater value retention, equitable benefit sharing, and sustainable growth in the region’s tuna sector. Thus, it will also examine how Pacific nations can continue to strengthen fisheries management, combat IUU (illegal, unreported, and unregulated) fishing, enhance traceability and transparency, and build more resilient blue economies.  Key Themes and Objectives Under the 2025 theme, discussions will focus on: • Resilience: Strengthening adaptive capacity of Pacific tuna fisheries to climate change and global market disruptions. • Innovation: Promoting technology, research, and digital solutions to enhance efficiency, traceability, and sustainability. • Equity: Ensuring inclusive participation and fair benefit-sharing among Pacific Island countries and communities. • Sustainable Trade: Expanding value chains, market access, and investment opportunities while maintaining environmental integrity.  The forum will feature high-level keynote addresses, thematic sessions, and interactive dialogues covering various topics such as; • Sustainable tuna resources and supply chains • Investment and equity through the Hubs & Spokes model • Global and regional tuna trade and market dynamics • Innovative tuna technologies and value creation • Certification, standards, and social accountability in fisheries • Futureproofing the Pacific tuna industry Attending the PTF 2025 are many distinguished participants and amongst then is the Chairperson of the PTF 2025 is Dr Manumatavai Tupou-Roosen, Acting Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Regional Campuses & Global Engagements at the University of the South Pacific, Fiji. The opening ceremony will be officiated by the Chief Guest of Honor, Hon. Viliame Gavoka, the Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Fiji and Minister for Tourism and Civil Aviation followed by the special address and remarks by: • Jelta Wong, MP, Minister for Fisheries and Marine Resources, Papua New Guinea • Ms. Gemma Meermans Matainaho, Acting Director, INFOFISH, Malaysia. The event will feature experts from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), Pacific Islands Forum Fisheries Agency (FFA), Pacific Community (SPC), Marine Stewardship Council (MSC), Pew Charitable Trusts, the industry, and numerous regional and international institutions. The Pacific Island countries will also share their experiences in the sustainable management and development of the tuna industry, identify challenges and opportunities. As Pacific nations advance the 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent, PTF 2025 aims to strengthen collaboration across governments, industry, and communities —ensuring the Pacific’s tuna resources continue to support livelihoods, national development, and ecological balance for generations to come. “The Pacific tuna industry is central to our shared prosperity and our global responsibility,” said Dr Tupou-Roosen, Chair of PTF 2025. “Through resilience, innovation, equity, and sustainable trade, we can secure a prosperous future for the Blue Pacific Continent and the world.”

The newly sworn-in Members of the Fifth Bougainville House of Representatives have begun a week-long induction program which started on Monday 13th October 2025 in Buka. The program is designed to equip Members with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively contribute to Bougainville’s democratic governance and advance Bougainville’s aspirations during this critical transitional phase. The induction is being held under the theme “Empowering Leadership for an Independent Bougainville: Building Unity, Resilience, and Sustainable Development.” Speaking during the official opening, ABG Vice President Ezekiel Masatt emphasized the importance of the induction in helping Members understand the functions of government and how to translate that knowledge into meaningful action. He reiterated that while political independence remains the core agenda, there are equally important issues that must be addressed collaboratively in the region. “It is not just political independence, the economics, the administration, our foreign policies; we must address these issues that support our political independence aspirations,” he said. Masatt reminded Members that Bougainville’s journey to independence will ultimately shape the lives of future generations of Bougainville people. “It is us and our children and our children’s children that will live this independence,” he added. The Vice President commended the Speaker and Clerk of Parliament for organizing the induction program, noting its importance particularly for the new Members who make up 51 percent of the Fifth House of Representatives. “If you want to be an effective leader, you need to know the structure, the process, and the mechanisms that are already in place,” he said. The week-long program will include presentations from the Bougainville Administration and the Bougainville Parliamentary Services focusing on strengthening Members’ understanding of their oversight roles, participation in parliamentary debates, constituency duties, and committee responsibilities. There are also officials from the National Parliament of Papua New Guinea who are also part of the program, presenting on the system of parliamentary democracy in both Bougainville and PNG. Additionally, representatives from the New South Wales Parliament are participating under the long-standing twinning arrangement with the Bougainville House of Representatives.

The reopened Kapakapa Trail, an old-World War 2 (WW2) trail, received its first visitors today when Ten (10) American and Australian trekkers including the two authors of the acclaimed books” The Ghost Mountain Boys” and “In Search of the Flying Dutchmen”, embark on a weeklong journey on the trail. They departed this morning with filming crew aboard a Kobio Aviation Ltd (KAL) flight to Dorobisoro Village, Mt Koiari, to begin their historic trek along the Kapakapa Trail. Supported by the Australian trekking operator Getaway Trekking with logistics, the group will embark on a challenging 48-kilometre journey from Dorobisoro village, engaging with local communities along the way and providing essential medical supplies and help where it's needed. The PNG Tribal Foundation, in partnership with Central Governor Rufina Peter and Rigo MP Ano Pala, initiated the Ghost Mountain Expedition to not only revive wartime history and promote tourism, but also to deliver basic services to remote Central Province communities. PNG Tribal Foundation President GT Bustin said the eight-day trek would be demanding but rewarding, as trekkers retrace the footsteps of American soldiers from the 33rd Division, 126th Infantry Company, who fought alongside Australian forces against the Japanese forces in 1942 during the war. “We’ll be talking with local villagers to understand their needs, especially for schools and aid posts. Now that the track is reopened, it will bring more visitors, support local communities, and boost the economy of Central Province,” said Mr. Bustin. The trekkers are expected to complete the trail next week. Authorities are encouraging interested trekkers and international visitors to join future Ghost Mountain Expeditions, as the reopening of the Kapakapa Trail marks a new era for adventure tourism and community development in Papua New Guinea.

The International Organization for Migration (IOM), in collaboration with the National Disaster Centre, and Provincial Disaster Centres (PDCs) of Western Highlands Province and Jiwaka Province, has recently conducted a series of Solutions and Mobility Index (SMI) training sessions in the Highlands region of Papua New Guinea. The sessions, held in Mt. Hagen city in Western Highlands Province (29–30 September) and Banz in Jiwaka Province (2–3 October), brought together 48 participants (17 women and 31 men) from the government, Non-Governmental Organizations, civil society organizations, and local communities. The training was aimed to build the capacity of provincial stakeholders to understand and use the SMI for decision-making to help support attainment of durable solutions for internally displaced persons (IDPs). The training introduced the SMI framework and its relevance to Papua New Guinea’s displacement context, strengthened participants’ ability to assess and interpret displacement data. It also promoted the use of SMI findings to inform Provincial Disaster Management Plans and Initiatives, relocation strategies, and resilience building programming, and facilitated coordination and shared analysis among provincial authorities, communities, and partners. By understanding how communities are living, the challenges they face, their future plans, and the progress made toward stability, local actors can make more informed decisions to support durable solutions for IDPs and host communities. Participants explored the displacement and human mobility context in their provinces, examining SMI indicators and how the framework connects key elements of durable solutions such as shelter, livelihoods, safety and security, access to essential services (including water, sanitation and hygiene, education, and health), and social cohesion. This helped them gain a clearer understanding of living conditions and identify priorities to support durable solutions for displaced populations. Ms. Diana Anis from Link of Hope gave insights to how she felt about the training, “Having accurate IDP data is important for planning and for finding durable solutions, like what happened with the families displaced by the Mulitaka landslide who have been displaced for quite a long time.” “I also realized how important it is to work with government and to listen to what the displaced people themselves are planning.” John Kupul, Jiwaka Provincial Disaster Coordinator, noted, that the SMI training complements the previous trainings provided by IOM, such as Displacement Tacking Matrix and Mass Evacuation in Disasters. “This holistic approach will help us to take action and assist displaced populations transition from displacement toward durable solutions.” The interactive sessions included group exercises, data interpretation discussions, and planning on how to integrate SMI findings into provincial development and disaster management plans. The SMI trainings conducted in Mt. Hagen and Banz were funded by the U.S. Government through IOM’s project, ‘Addressing the Drivers and Consequences of Disaster Displacement Through Enhancing Resilience in Papua New Guinea.

The Office of the Bougainville Electoral Commissioner (OBEC) is pleased to announce the successful conclusion of the 2025 Bougainville General Election, with all 45 seats officially being declared. Speaking during a media conference in Buka on Friday 03rd October 2025, Bougainville Electoral Commissioner Desmond Tsianai confirmed that the final count has been completed, and all winning candidates have been duly declared. “Today marks a proud moment for Bougainville,” said Electoral Commissioner Desmond Tsianai. “With the declaration of all 45 seats, we bring this electoral process to a close with gratitude, humility, and confidence in the will of the people." The Commissioner acknowledged the peaceful conduct of the elections across the Autonomous Region of Bougainville and for those living outside of Bougainville, thanking voters, candidates, polling officials, security personnel, media and observers for their roles in ensuring a transparent and credible electoral process. “This election has been a powerful expression of democratic choice, and I commend the people of Bougainville for turning out in numbers, for respecting the process, and for contributing to the peaceful environment that made this election possible.” “To the people of Bougainville, your voice has been heard, your vote has shaped the leadership that will carry us forward,” Commissioner Tsianai said. “To the newly elected representatives, the responsibility now rests with you to serve with integrity and commitment to all Bougainvilleans.” “If there are any candidates or voters who may wish to dispute the results of the election, please note that you may still submit a petition to the Courts within one month of the declaration of the election.” “This is your right, and an important part of the electoral process.” The Electoral Commissioner also expressed appreciation to partners and stakeholders, including the Bougainville Police Service, civil society, community leaders, and technical advisors. “I thank our dedicated electoral officials, the tireless counting teams, and our local and international partners for their professionalism, neutrality, and unwavering support.” “With the election now concluded, it is important that all parties respect the results, uphold democratic principles, and work constructively within Bougainville’s institutions.” “The Bougainville Electoral Commission remains committed to supporting transparent and inclusive electoral processes into the future,” he added. The Bougainville Electoral Commission will return the writs to the Speaker of the House on 6th October 2025 and then initiate post-election reviews to further improve future electoral processes.

The office of Moresby North- East District has already rolled out the payments for all 50th Independence celebrations. Moresby North- East Events Coordinator Mr. Jefferey Bomai has highlighted that all Police and Defense personals involved in providing security over the cause of the Independence programs in the district have been paid last week. “The security and our Independence Volleyball games hosted in the wards were all sorted out and paid already.” “Our main focus for payments now is the 21 locations that hosted the mini shows during the 50th Independence celebrations.” Mr. Bomai stated that Reports have been submitted into the events committee for confirmation and payments, however payments have been held back by the district office because most reports submitted in failed to capture the expected summary of the mini shows held. “This week, as of today we will pay the ones who have done a proper summary report of their mini show, others we have advised their show committee and chairpersons to go back and do proper report and submit for payments”. “Starting today 8 locations were paid, 14mile Tapiani, 9mile Vitis, 9mile Cemetary, Erima Total Service station, Erima Mambu, 2-4 Saraga 6mile, Korobosea Village and ATS- Saiwara 1 and Saiwara 2”. “We do not want rough reports, reports should capture the number of traditional singing groups including how many dancers in each traditional group plus the expected amount to be paid to these traditional singing groups, the same goes for all creative dances and performance.” Mini Show Chairpersons must also indicate the live band performance, and services providers to must be included, clearly stating the type of service and how much is expected to be paid to them, thus this will give a clear picture of how much is to be paid to each mini show. “Proper summary report submission is vital for filing, accountability, transparency and fair distribution of payments”. “Hopefully all reports are done properly and submitted so we can finish all the payments next week”, said Mr. Bomai. A K3million is budgeted for the payment for these 21 mini independence shows that were held over the 50th Independence anniversary. The K2million budgeted for the people of Moresby North- East for Independence celebrations were from the funds allocated by the National Government for individual districts and K1million was allocated by the Moresby North- East District office itself.

Receiving of Briberies is one of the main reasons why many Sorcery Accusation and Related Violence cases never reach National Court trials.A police officer attached to Banz Police Station allegedly receiving bribery on major Sorcery Accusation and Related Violence (SARV) cases had attempted several times to stop cases from reaching National Court trials.Three major ongoing SARV cases for PNG Tribal Foundation in Jiwaka Province has been disturbed and attempts have been made to scrap off the matters going into National Court trial, this is because of a police officer (named) who is the arresting officer dealing with the cases.The matter has been reported to Banz Police Station regarding the misconduct of the officer who is attached to the Criminal Investigation Division (CID).Provincial Police Commander, Acting Superintendent Laimo Asi, has been made aware of the incident and confirmed yesterday that he has given directives to his Officer-in-Charge CID for a report to further investigate the complaint raised by PNG Tribal Foundation.It was alleged that last week, the policeman received K3000 from the mother of the perpetrator of a SARV case that happened seven years ago in Golo Dop village, following a death now leaving 10 victims under the support of Tribal Foundation while battling the case in court.The officer who received the money wrote to the National Court to withdraw the case but was unsuccessful. The state prosecutor has advised to put forward the matter for trial on October 17th, after eyewitnesses were interviewed.Another SARV case in Kombulno village, North Wahgi in Jiwaka, that happened in July 2023, where the same officer allegedly received K1900 from the suspect’s relatives, and also wrote a withdrawal letter to the court, and had 11 suspects released from police cells on November 13th, 2023.Another major SARV case happened in Kamal village following the killing of a six-year-old child on March 6th, 2024, in Banz, Jiwaka. The officer allegedly misplaced reports of the case presented to court; however, another CID officer took over the case before it was dismissed in court.Assistant Commissioner of Police Internal Investigation Unit (IIU) Emil Alpha is being made aware today (Wednesday) of the ongoing practice by officers to further investigate it.PNG Tribal Foundation President GT Bustin said they have spent more than K200,000 prosecuting these cases.“We cannot allow a corrupt police officer to benefit personally off the suffering and death of these are victims.”“We know this officer well and we are fully expecting the police and justice systems to deal with him swiftly and with the full force of the law,” Mr. Bustin said.Jiwaka OIC CID detective James Kami confirmed the incident stating that they will try their best to reinvestigate the cases.He also stated that the officer was suspended previously for other allegations.The alleged officer is from East Sepik and served Banz police station.Police in Banz have given assurance of a full investigation into the incident.In September this year, Tribal Foundation, through their support program, assisted more than 10 eyewitnesses and police officers with logistics in the Highlands region attending National Courts and police stations.In Kundiawa District, two perpetrators of a SARV case were successfully convicted in National Court, serving eight (8) years each in Bawaragi Prison in Simbu.Chuave CID officers thanked Tribal Foundation for the continuous support, and the movement of the eyewitnesses attending court resulted in the conviction of the two suspects.Tribal Foundation confirmed more than five SARV cases are listed for National Court trial this month and will continue throughout the remaining months.

The SENISIM Pasin Program that is run by the PNG Tribal Foundation will now be integrated into the education department’s revised Behavioral Management Policy 2019, which is now under review by education services.National Capital District (NCD) Senior School Inspector Mr. Christoper Goiobu, said the behavioral management policy launched in 2021 is now going into review by NCD Education Services with partnership with PNG Tribal Foundation through a trainers training workshop at Kokoda Trail Motel, in Central Province this week. The training this week is focused on preparing for the National In-Service Training, which is scheduled for next year, when it will introduce the revised Behavioral Management Policy into schools across NCD. “The purpose of the workshop brings together school inspectors, guidance officers, and training officers from NCD Education Service to compile a comprehensive training package, including a training book, a facilitator’s manual and a participants’ workbook.” “Our partnership will equip teachers with effective strategies to manage student behavior in schools, while also embed values and approaches led by the Senisim PNG program.” This year, the Education Department partnered with PNG Tribal Foundation on the leadership program called Senisim PNG which teaches good values and servant leadership from the Maxwell Foundation’s book. This partnership will be a five-year partnership and under this partnership, seven secondary and junior high schools have had this program rolled out in their schools recently which was highlighted by Senisim PNG Education Coordinator Manasseh. “Two schools including Jubilee Catholic Secondary and Marianville Secondary completed eleven weeks transformation table graduated and certified facilitators.” “Other schools included De La Salle Secondary, Waigani Christian College, Ororo Junior high, Bavaroko Junior high and Tokarara Junior high school have started off the transformation table.” Meanwhile, Tribal Foundation President GT Bustin said Senisim PNG programs is about more than awareness, it is about transformation. “We want to inspire individuals to shift their mindset, embrace leadership, and take action of the betterment for their communities.” Furthermore, Senisim PNG National Coordinator Phillie Marai stated that there are currently four other programs under Tribal Foundation that is still under development and will be rolled out to schools targeting primary schools, elementary and early childhood learning in the future.