A Review of Chemcare Group: A Leading National Company in PNG
About Chemcare Group Chemcare Group is a truly national company with operations in every major town in PNG. Chemcare Group Ltd is currently comprised of seven businesses: Chemcare Pharmacies, Niugini Wholesale Drug, Andersons Foodland & Andersons Express, Rabtrad, Printfast, Morobe Bakery and Primary Healthcare Clinics¹. The seven businesses combined supply pharmaceutical and supermarket goods for […]
Baiyer Valley: A Hidden Gem in the Western Highlands of Papua New Guinea
Baiyer Valley is a scenic and culturally rich region in the Western Highlands Province of Papua New Guinea. It is home to the Baiyer River Sanctuary, one of the largest and most diverse wildlife reserves in the country, as well as several ethnic groups with their own languages, traditions and customs. In this article, we […]
A Review of K92 Mining Limited: A Leading Gold Producer in PNG
An Overview of the Company and Its Operations K92 Mining Limited is a publicly listed company that owns and operates the Kainantu Gold Mine in the Eastern Highlands Province of Papua New Guinea. The company was established in 2014, when it acquired the mine from Barrick Gold Corporation, one of the world’s largest gold producers. […]
Working Overseas: A Guide for Papua New Guineans under the Pacific Labour Mobility Programme
What is the Pacific Labour Mobility Programme? The Pacific Labour Mobility Programme is a regional initiative that allows citizens of Pacific island countries, including Papua New Guinea (PNG), to work temporarily in Australia and New Zealand (A&NZ) under various schemes. These schemes include: The Pacific Labour Mobility Programme aims to provide opportunities for decent work, […]
A Review of MONPI COFFEE Limited: A Leading Coffee Exporter in Papua New Guinea
Introduction MONPI COFFEE Limited is a company that specializes in exporting high-quality coffee from Papua New Guinea (PNG) to various markets around the world. The company was established in 2001 and is part of the ECOM Group, a global leader in commodity trading and processing. MONPI COFFEE Limited operates at all levels of the coffee […]
BPNG Policy Bottleneck: No Private Cheques by 31 December 2023
The Bank of PNG (BPNG) has issued a deadline for the use of private sector cheques in the country. By 31 December 2023, all major banks regulated by BPNG will cease issuing or accepting private cheques1. This policy change is part of the National Payments Strategy Developments (NPSD) that aims to foster greater financial inclusion with safe […]
New Britain Palm Oil Limited: A Sustainable Employer in PNG
New Britain Palm Oil Limited (NBPOL) is a sustainable palm oil producer and exporter in the Asia-Pacific that operates in Papua New Guinea (PNG) and the Solomon Islands. The company was founded in 1967 and is now a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sime Darby Plantation Sdn Bhd. NBPOL’s core activities include oil palm cultivation, palm oil […]
Femili PNG: A Review of an Inspiring Organization
Femili PNG is a non-government organization (NGO) that works to improve the lives of survivors of family and sexual violence in Papua New Guinea (PNG). It provides free case management services, training and support to other service providers, outreach and awareness sessions, and advocacy for better policies and practices. In this review, we will look […]
How to land your dream job in the mining sector of Papua New Guinea
The mining sector is one of the most important and lucrative industries in Papua New Guinea (PNG), contributing to about 26% of the country’s gross domestic product (GDP) and employing over 20,000 people1. The sector offers a wide range of opportunities for graduates from various disciplines, such as engineering, geology, environmental science, business, accounting, human […]
A Review of the Cocoa Board of Papua New Guinea
The Cocoa Board of Papua New Guinea (CBPNG) is the statutory body responsible for regulating and promoting the cocoa industry in Papua New Guinea (PNG). It aims to improve the quality and quantity of cocoa production, as well as the livelihoods and incomes of cocoa farmers and stakeholders. In this review, we will examine the […]