In a region often associated with neglect, unrest, and underdevelopment, a new promise from Jakarta has stirred cautious optimism. President Prabowo Subianto, in a bold move that signals his administration’s …
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Empowering Indigenous Papuans: Jayapura Regency Launches ‘Asli Tabi’ Scholarship Program to Boost Human Resources
by Senamanby SenamanIn a bold step toward educational equity and long-term social investment, the Government of Jayapura Regency has officially launched the “Beasiswa Asli Tabi” (Asli Tabi Scholarship Program), a targeted initiative …
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Powering Equality: How Indonesia Is Expanding Electricity Access in Papua’s Most Remote Villages
by Senamanby SenamanIn the rugged terrain of Papua, where thick forests meet isolated coastlines and villages are often separated by days of travel, light has long been a luxury. But today, in …
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“Ko Harus Sehat”: A New Chapter in Public Health for Central Papua
by Senamanby SenamanIn a historic moment on the third anniversary of Central Papua Province’s formation, Governor Meki Nawipa stood before a crowd of community leaders, health workers, youth, and women’s cooperatives to …
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Central Papua’s State University: A Realised Dream for Papua’s Indigenous Youth
by Senamanby SenamanIn the lush highlands and serene coastal plains of Central Papua (Papua Tengah), a story of aspiration and determination unfolds. For generations, Orang Asli Papua (OAP, indigenous people in Papua) …
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From Isolation to Flight: How Papua Highlands Rejoice in Wamena’s New Connectivity
by Senamanby SenamanWhen the Boeing 737‑500 of Sriwijaya Air descended onto the runway of Wamena Airport on July 29, 2025, it brought more than passengers—it carried the culmination of a long-cherished hope: …
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Central Papua’s Bold Strategy to Combat the Education Crisis: A Lifeline for 205,000 Out-of-School Children
by Senamanby SenamanNabire, Central Papua — In the misty highlands of Papua, where the clouds cling to rugged mountain peaks and the rivers flow like silver veins across dense rainforest, a quiet …
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“Powering the Future”: How the Indonesian Government is Bringing Light—and Learning—to the Yapen Islands of Papua
by Senamanby SenamanIn the remote hills and scattered coastal villages of Kepulauan Yapen, Papua, the flicker of electric light is more than just illumination—it’s a promise fulfilled, a future unlocked. That promise …
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Under a bright equatorial sun, a festive spirit filled the schoolyards of Jayapura. Children in uniforms—some in vibrant red-and-white batik, others in traditional Papuan attire—lined up for a day of …
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Strengthening Frontlines of Health: Indonesia’s MoH–MoD Team Up for 14 Type C Hospitals in Papua Conflict Zones
by Senamanby SenamanIn a groundbreaking move, Indonesia’s Ministry of Health (MoH) and Ministry of Defense (MoD) have joined forces to develop 14 Type C hospitals in Papua’s conflict‑affected regions. This strategic initiative …
