In a major step towards improving urban safety and resilience, the National Capital District Commission (NCDC) has officially launched yesterday a new AI-enabled CCTV surveillance system with 100 installations and 40 plus operational CCTV cameras now, marking a significant milestone in Port Moresby’s transformation into a safer, smarter, and more modern capital city. According to City Manager Mr. Ravu Frank, the new surveillance system is a response to growing public demand for a safer environment where families, businesses, and communities can thrive. The upgraded system replaces the aging APEC legacy CCTV infrastructure with a fully fiber-connected, AI-powered network that includes: · 72 advanced pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) cameras at key intersections and high-risk zones, featuring full-color night vision, AI analytics, flashing lights, audio warnings, and 25x zoom for real-time tracking. · 31 Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras to identify unregistered or stolen vehicles, aid police investigations, and support traffic management. · A centralized, AI-enabled control center equipped with a giant video wall, intelligent software for facial and vehicle recognition, and real-time monitoring capabilities. Initially budgeted at K6 million as a restoration project, a systems audit revealed that replacing obsolete equipment would be almost as costly as installing new technology—yet offer far less value. Under Governor Parkop's leadership, the project was reimagined with a total investment of K16 million. Frank noted that the newly developed control center, housed within the Alu NCDC building complex, will serve as the "eyes and ears" of the city, helping authorities respond swiftly to incidents and proactively prevent crime.