PNG Schools Set for Internet Boost Under New Project

Papua New Guinea will soon see several schools connected to high-speed internet after NICTA entered into a partnership with Digicel (PNG) Limited to implement the Connect the Schools Project.

The contract signing took place in Port Moresby, bringing together officials from the National Information and Communications Technology Authority, the National Procurement Commission and Digicel PNG.

 PNG Schools Set for Internet Boost Under New Project/Photo by NICTA PNG

Through the project, students and teachers in selected schools will gain improved access to online educational resources and digital learning platforms.

The program is funded with K1.4 million from the Universal Access and Service Fund and is expected to be delivered over a two-year period.

The institutions included in the project are Malala Secondary School, Kerowagi Secondary School, Popondetta Secondary School, Cameron Secondary School, Manus Secondary School, Hoskins Girls TVET and Asitavi Secondary School.

NICTA said the initiative is aligned with the Government’s strategy to expand broadband coverage and encourage the use of technology in classrooms, especially in remote communities.

Digicel (PNG) Limited will also contribute K140,000 in additional support, providing K20,000 to each participating school to assist with maintaining the service beyond the project timeframe.

Acting CEO Polume Lume said the partnership would strengthen education and digital inclusion across the country.

“This contract is more than an agreement — it is an incentive for a sustainable digital education environment that will empower our students, teachers, and communities,” he said.

“I thank Digicel (PNG) Limited, the National Procurement Commission, and all stakeholders for their dedication throughout the process. Let us work together to build a brighter, fully connected future for our schools and our nation.”