
TIPNG 2022 National General Election
The provision of timely, accurate and accessible information during the polling period will be critical to ensuring a democratically credible 2022 National General Election, says Transparency International Papua New Guinea (TIPNG). The delivery of the election has faced multiple administrative, legal and logistical challenges and it is now incumbent on the Papua New Guinea Electoral Commission (PNGEC) and partners to ensure clear and consistent communication to voters, says TIPNG.

PAIS Stakeholder Update Issue 3
Dear Valued Stakeholder, May and June were exciting months for the PAIS Project, albeit, busy nationally with preparations for the 2022 National General Elections underway.

TIPNG Annual Report 2021
We have released our annual report for 2021. The report showcases our vision and the activities that we have accomplished in 2021. Our vision: “We envisage being Papua New Guinea’s leading, reputable, and well-established organisation working with like-minded individuals and organisations to combat corruption.” Our 2021 Annual Report showcases the various activities we carried out to with the focus of turning our vision into reality.

TIPNG Welcomes NEFC Anti-Corruption Strategy
The fight against corruption in Papua New Guinea can only be successful if each person and organisation takes on the responsibility to strengthen their integrity. These were the sentiments expressed by Transparency International Papua New Guinea (TIPNG) at the launch of the National Economic and Fiscal Commission (NEFC) Anti-Corruption and Integrity Strategy 2022-2025 on Wednesday (15/6/2022).

Constitutional Agencies Need to Demonstrate Leadership in Light of Election Violence
There must be a concerted effort by the respective government agencies such as Police, PNGDF and CIS officers under the operational command of the Police, Dept. of Finance, Dept. of Provincial and Local Government Affairs and others to work with the Papua New Guinea Electoral Commission (PNGEC) as it seeks to deliver a safe and fair election, says Transparency International Papua New Guinea (TIPNG). TIPNG is making this call in-light of the growing reports of election-related violence taking place around our country, in particular some parts of the Highlands region.

Notice of the 2021 Annual General Meeting
Transparency International PNG (TIPNG) Inc. wishes to inform its financial members of the Annual General Meeting (AGM) for the year 2021.

Transparency Required as Risk of Constitutional Breach Looms
Transparency International Papua New Guinea (TIPNG) is sounding the alarm on the risk of an inadvertent breach of both the election laws and the Constitutional requirements pertaining to the conduct of the 2022 National General Elections (NGE). Key information from the PNG Electoral Commission (PNGEC) has not been forthcoming inspite of several attempts made by TIPNG. Chairman Peter Aitsi said “Two weeks ago Electoral Commissioner Mr. Sinai published an announcement of the revised election schedule issued by Head of State, Governor General Sir Bob Dadai. On Friday 6th May 2022 PNGEC officials were unable to produce a gazettal notice, giving effect to this announcement.” This is a serious concern he went on to say.

PAIS Stakeholder Update Issue 2
Dear Readers, It has been a busy first quarter for the project with agencies finalizing their Anti-Corruption Strategies and the first Investigative Journalism Workshop taking

A Free Media is Crucial to Accountability in Papua New Guinea
In remarks celebrating World Press Freedom Day, Transparency International Papua New Guinea (TIPNG), has reiterated its support to media in Papua New Guinea in their shared role to hold those who are in power accountable.

