Social & Culture

Papua, Indonesia, is grappling with a severe HIV/AIDS epidemic, with the province reporting over 26,000 cases as of June 2025. This alarming statistic underscores the urgent need for comprehensive public …

In the heart of the Papua Pegunungan province, where mist blankets the highland valleys and oral histories echo through wooden huts, a quiet cultural revolution is taking place. The local …

Beneath the brilliant glow of Biak’s coastal sunrise, a mosaic of colours painted the sky and land as dancers adorned in traditional Cenderawasih bird feathers took center stage. The drums …

Papua, Indonesia’s easternmost province, remains the epicenter of the nation’s malaria burden. Despite comprising only 1.5% of Indonesia’s population, Papua accounts for over 90% of the country’s malaria cases, underscoring …

Papua, the easternmost region of Indonesia, is renowned for its rich biodiversity and unique ecosystems. Home to a myriad of endemic species, many of which are found nowhere else on …

A New Chapter in Papua’s Spiritual Journey Nestled within the rugged terrains of Papua’s highlands, Tolikara has emerged as a beacon of spiritual significance. Beyond its breathtaking landscapes, this region …

The Enigmatic Avian of Papua In the verdant rainforests of Papua, Indonesia, a resplendent avian known as the Bird of Paradise, or Cenderawasih, graces the canopy with its vibrant plumage …

In a gesture of solidarity and support for Indonesia’s easternmost province, President Prabowo Subianto has donated 13 cattle for qurban (sacrificial offerings) to the Muslim communities in Papua during the …

On May 22, 1894, a significant chapter in the religious history of Papua began when Jesuit missionary Father Cornelis Le Cocq d’Armandville arrived in Sekru, a coastal village in Fakfak, …

Papua, Indonesia’s easternmost region, is home to a rich tapestry of languages and cultures. With over 428 indigenous languages, it boasts one of the highest linguistic diversities in the world. …