JICA Papua New Guinea

30/07/2026

𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗟𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗘𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗣𝗼𝗽𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗮

In June 2026, JICA Volunteers working in schools across Papua New Guinea organized a Mathematics Teacher Training Workshop in Popondetta, Oro Province. A total of 29 teachers from Popondetta Primary School, Bethel Primary School, and Crusade Primary School came together to learn and share ideas on how to improve mathematics teaching in their classrooms.

During the two-day workshop, participants observed a mathematics lesson, discussed effective teaching practices, and took part in demonstration lessons led by JICA Volunteers. Topics included the effective use of mathematics textbooks, student-centered teaching approaches, and the creation of low-cost teaching materials using locally available resources such as cardboard.

One highlight was the introduction of the “I DO, WE DO, YOU DO” teaching approach, which helps students build understanding step by step through guided learning and independent practice.

The workshop provided an opportunity for teachers to learn from one another, exchange ideas, and explore practical ways to make mathematics lessons more engaging and easier for students to understand.

JICA remains committed to working alongside local educators to support quality education and create better learning opportunities for children throughout Papua New Guinea.

More info:https://www.jica.go.jp/english/overseas/png/information/press/2026/1583972_71001.html

21/07/2026

𝗣𝗶𝗹𝗼𝘁 𝗧𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗳 𝗮 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗪𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗹𝗼𝘁𝗮𝘂, 𝗣𝗡𝗚

Under the Japanese Technical Cooperation Project for Promotion of Regional Initiative Phase 3 (J-PRISM 3) a QR/Kobo-based Business Information Confirmation and Collection Service Record Trial was conducted in Alotau, PNG on 6th to 7th July 2026

The training aimed to support the Alotau Urban Local Level Government (AULLG) in piloting a simple digital system for waste collection management that will enable waste collection workers to verify business information and record collection status and photos using smartphones. The QR codes and Kobo, is a smartphone-based data collection tool that can be used offline, and AULLG waste collection workers can confirm business information and record collection status and photos in the field. The recorded data also enables managers to verify collection records, identify collection-related issues, and take appropriate follow-up actions.

The training was conducted with participation from the National Capital District Commission (NCDC), which shared its experiences in waste collection improvement and data-based management.

On 6th July, participants reviewed the objectives of the trial, discussed AULLG’s financial and waste management challenges, learned from NCDC’s experience, and conducted hands-on practice using the QR/Kobo tools. On 7th July, participants conducted field practice at 10 selected businesses, followed by data verification and discussions on potential improvement.



The trial demonstrated the potential of the system to improve field collection and recordkeeping, visualize service coverage, strengthen fee collection and payment follow-up, and support future cost recovery efforts.

NCDC also gave positive feedback on the approach, noting its potential application in POM and for wider sharing with other local governments across PNG if the pilot is successful.



JICA continues to support PNG's efforts to maintain clean, healthy, and sustainable cities and towns.

For more information on J-PRISM 3:

https://www.sprep.org/j-prism-iii

https://www.jica.go.jp/oda/project/202004886/en_news/index.html

https://www.jica.go.jp/english/overseas/png/information/press/2026/1583615_71001.html

Under the Japanese Technical Cooperation Project for Promotion of Regional Initiative Phase 3 (J-PRISM 3) a QR/Kobo-based Business Information Confirmation and Collection Service Record Trial was conducted in Alotau, PNG on 6th to 7th July 2026

21/07/2026

𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐀𝐝𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐉𝐈𝐂𝐀 𝐏𝐍𝐆 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞

𝐉𝐈𝐂𝐀 𝐏𝐍𝐆 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝗔𝗱𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐫, 𝐌𝐬. 𝗧𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗮 𝗬𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮𝘄𝗶.

15/07/2026

𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐅𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠: 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐫𝐝 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐥𝐨𝐭 𝐄𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐁𝐞𝐧𝐚

Oho Motaveh (Hello — a greeting in the Goroka dialect)
My name is Hara, a JICA volunteer specializing in vegetable cultivation, working at the Department of Agriculture and Livestock (DAL) in Goroka, Eastern Highlands Province.

The Eastern Highlands Provincial Division of Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries (DALF), together with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), has established a green manure demonstration plot in Bena District. This is the third site after the DALF farm and Lufa District.

The plot will test Crotalaria and mustard. Crotalaria can take nitrogen from the air through bacteria in its roots. When it is cut around flowering time and mixed into the soil, it may have an effect equal to about 10 kg of nitrogen per 0.1hectare.

This is equal to about 200 kg of 5-5-5 fertilizer. At 7 Kina per kilogram, the value is about 1,400 Kina.

Mustard may also help reduce some soil diseases of tomato and other crops. DALF and JICA will continue to test these crops, improve seed production and promote green manure in Eastern Highlands Province.

#𝗝𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗣𝗮𝗽𝘂𝗮𝗡𝗲𝘄𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗮 #𝗝𝗢𝗖𝗩 #𝗘𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀 #𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻𝗠𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗿𝗲
𝗦𝗗𝗚 𝗚𝗼𝗮𝗹 # 𝟮 𝗭𝗘𝗥𝗢 𝗛𝗨𝗡𝗚𝗘𝗥
𝗦𝗗𝗚 𝗚𝗼𝗮𝗹 # 𝟭𝟱 𝗟𝗜𝗙𝗘 𝗢𝗡 𝗟𝗔𝗡𝗗

Please also visit our website for our latest activities and events news. JICA PNG Home Page
https://www.jica.go.jp/english/overseas/png/index.html

10/07/2026

𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀, 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝗣𝗡𝗚'𝘀 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲

As Papua New Guinea continues its education reform, developing skilled and confident teachers is more important than ever.

To support this effort, JICA Volunteer Mr. Muragishi delivered a two-day mathematics training at Milne Bay Teachers College. Through practical sessions and a demonstration lesson, student teachers learned how to create engaging lessons that help children better understand what they learn.

The training brought together 57 student teachers and 4 lecturers, all eager to strengthen their teaching skills and prepare for their future classrooms.

Supporting future teachers today means supporting thousands of PNG children tomorrow.

Read the full story here:
https://www.jica.go.jp/english/overseas/png/information/press/2026/1583370_71001.html

10/07/2026

𝗟𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗝𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗻–𝗣𝗡𝗚 𝗖𝗼𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻
JICA PNG Office Newsletter – July 2026

Explore the latest JICA Papua New Guinea Office Newsletter featuring updates on education, health, infrastructure, human resource development, and volunteer activities across Papua New Guinea.

JICA Papua New Guinea Office Newsletter – July 2026

This issue highlights major developments during the first half of 2026, including the appointment of a new Chief Representative, the groundbreaking ceremony for the National Fisheries College Project, the launch of a new education programme, progress in energy and education cooperation, and various initiatives supporting sustainable development across Papua New Guinea.

The newsletter also features the activities of Japan Overseas Cooperation Volunteers (JOCVs), experiences of returning training participants, and ongoing efforts to strengthen human resource development and institutional capacity throughout the country.

Through partnerships built over more than five decades of Japan’s development cooperation, JICA remains committed to working together with the people of Papua New Guinea to promote inclusive and sustainable development.

07/07/2026

𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗶𝗻 𝗠𝗶𝗹𝗻𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘆 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗲

In June 2026, Mr. Shunichi Nishigaki, a Japan Overseas Cooperation Volunteer (JOCV), started his assignment with the Milne Bay Provincial Tourism Bureau in Alotau. Drawing on his experience in tourism promotion and tourism information in Japan, he will work with local counterparts to help promote the unique attractions of Milne Bay Province.

Soon after his arrival, he witnessed the visit of the cruise ship Carnival Encounter to Alotau and was impressed by the traditional cultural performances that warmly welcomed visitors.

Mr. Nishigaki shared:
"Milne Bay Province has wonderful natural and cultural attractions. I look forward to learning more about the area and helping share its unique appeal with more people."

JICA Volunteers work together with local communities and partner organizations to promote mutual learning and friendship between Papua New Guinea and Japan.

02/07/2026

𝐉𝐈𝐂𝐀 𝐕𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐫'𝐬 𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐞 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐅𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧 𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐞

Oho Motaveh (Hello — a greeting in the Goroka dialect)
EHP DALF, in collaboration with local farmer leaders and JICA, established a green manure demonstration plot in a village near Mt. Michael.

The purpose of this activity is to test green manure, produce seeds, and promote its adoption.

Three types of green manure were introduced. These can be cultivated after harvesting crops to help reduce plant diseases and nematode damage. They also contribute to improving soil fertility through root nodule bacteria (nitrogen-fixing bacteria) and deep root systems.

Local farmer leaders and farmers participated in the activity. DALF staff explained the benefits of green manure and demonstrated proper seed sowing techniques.

Once seed production is established, the seeds will be distributed to local farmers.
It is expected that the use of green manure will contribute to increased crop yields and improved crop quality.

#𝗝𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗣𝗮𝗽𝘂𝗮𝗡𝗲𝘄𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗮 #𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗩𝗼𝗹𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗲𝗿𝘀 #𝗝𝗢𝗖𝗩
𝗦𝗗𝗚 𝗚𝗼𝗮𝗹 #𝟮 𝗭𝗘𝗥𝗢 𝗛𝗨𝗡𝗚𝗘𝗥
𝗦𝗗𝗚 𝗚𝗼𝗮𝗹 #𝟭𝟱 𝗟𝗜𝗙𝗘 𝗢𝗡 𝗟𝗔𝗡𝗗

Please also visit our website for our latest activities and events news. JICA PNG Home Page
https://www.jica.go.jp/english/overseas/png/index.html

29/06/2026

𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲𝗿 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝗨𝗽

At construction sites in Milne Bay Province, workers often face challenging conditions, including muddy terrain, slippery surfaces, and exposure to potential injuries.

To help promote a stronger culture of workplace safety, a JICA Volunteer working with the Milne Bay Provincial Government supported the introduction of Japanese-made spiked safety boots for field staff. The boots provide better grip on wet ground and feature steel toe protection, helping to reduce the risk of workplace injuries.

With funding from the provincial government, safety boots were procured and shipped from Japan and distributed to staff members. The introduction of the boots encouraged staff to reflect on the importance of personal protective equipment and workplace safety.

Building a culture of safety takes time, but small improvements can make a big difference. JICA Volunteer will continue working together with local partners to support safer and healthier working environments in Papua New Guinea.

I am working as a JICA Volunteer with the Provincial Works Supervision Unit in Milne Bay Provincial Government. As part of my duties, I regularly visit construction sites for roads and public facilities throughout the province. During these visits, it is common to see workers carrying out their task...

29/06/2026

𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐓𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐢𝐧 𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐞 (𝐀𝐧 𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐥𝐞 𝐰𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧 𝐛𝐲 𝐉𝐈𝐂𝐀 𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧 𝐄𝐇𝐏)

Oho Motaveh (Hello — a greeting in the Goroka dialect)
My name is Hara, a JICA volunteer specializing in vegetable cultivation, currently working at the Department of Agriculture and Livestock (DAL) in Goroka, Eastern Highlands Province.

Recently, we have had many clear nights in Eastern Highlands Province. We could see Mercury, Venus, Jupiter, and the Southern Cross. However, farmers are worried because there has been little rain. Cucumbers and cabbages are becoming less common in the local market. DALF staff think that El Niño event may be developing. During the 2015–2016 El Niño, many root crops were damaged in Papua New Guinea.

Eastern Highlands DALF and JICA are studying green manure called Crotalaria. Its deep root system may improve soil structure, reduce soil erosion, and help increase water retention in the soil.

We hope this activity will help PNG farmers in the future.
Photo: Crotalaria (green manure) in a DALF trial plot.

#𝗝𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗣𝗮𝗽𝘂𝗮𝗡𝗲𝘄𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗮 #𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗩𝗼𝗹𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗲𝗿𝘀 #𝗝𝗢𝗖𝗩 #
𝗦𝗗𝗚 𝗚𝗼𝗮𝗹 #𝟮 𝗭𝗘𝗥𝗢 𝗛𝗨𝗡𝗚𝗘𝗥
𝗦𝗗𝗚 𝗚𝗼𝗮𝗹 #𝟭𝟱 𝗟𝗜𝗙𝗘 𝗢𝗡 𝗟𝗔𝗡𝗗

Please also visit our website for our latest activities and events news. JICA PNG Home Page
https://www.jica.go.jp/english/overseas/png/index.html