In the verdant hills and scattered islands of Papua, a silent battle is being waged—one that doesn’t involve soldiers or weapons, but health workers, vaccines, and the unshakable will to …
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Social & Culture
The Legend of Raja Ampat: A Tale of Sacred Eggs and the Birth of Kings
by Senamanby SenamanFar beyond the turquoise shallows and coral cathedrals of Raja Ampat lies a legend whispered by the wind, carried by river spirits, and etched into stone. Long before tourists discovered …
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Central Papua Governor Meki Nawipa: Delivering Aid, Reuniting Families, and Advocating Peace in Puncak’s Gome and Sinak
by Senamanby SenamanOn August 8-9, 2025, Governor Meki Fritz Nawipa traveled deep into the highlands of Puncak Regency. His mission was both simple and profound: to deliver vital humanitarian aid and extend …
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Koteka: A Timeless Symbol of Papua’s Highland Identity, Masculinity, and Cultural Wisdom
by Senamanby SenamanIn the misty highlands of Papua, where the air is cool and the mountains rise like silent guardians, the koteka still stands tall as one of the most distinctive cultural …
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Baliem Valley Festival 2025: A Cultural Tapestry Elevating Tourism in Papua Pegunungan
by Senamanby SenamanAs the morning mist slowly lifted from the rolling hills of Papua Pegunungan, the normally tranquil Baliem Valley came alive with the rhythmic pounding of drums, the echo of conch …
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Pertamina Champions Media Development: 138 Journalists from Papua and Maluku Join Anugerah Jurnalistik Pertamina 2025
by Senamanby SenamanIn a landmark move reflecting its commitment to fostering a robust and dynamic media landscape across Indonesia, Pertamina, the country’s state-owned energy giant, proudly announced the participation of 138 journalists …
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Papua Barat Daya’s Nutritional Leap: How Targeted Speed Is a Promise for Healthier Futures
by Senamanby SenamanIn a bold step to redefine childhood nutrition, the provincial government of Papua Barat Daya (PBD) has launched an urgent push to ensure the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) program reaches …
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Papua’s Tourism Awakening: Agus Fatoni’s Call to Action Sparks Economic Hope
by Senamanby SenamanAt a bustling provincial meeting room in Jayapura, Acting Governor Agus Fatoni paused mid-sentence and looked out across the sea of officials. He didn’t just issue a directive—he painted a …
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Papua Tengah’s Push Toward a Malaria Free Future: Collective Action, Real Stakes
by Senamanby SenamanIn a bold declaration that drew health officials, community leaders, and civil society into a single force, Papua Tengah Province officially launched its campaign to become a malaria‑free region—a landmark …
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Documenting Identity: How Six Provinces in Papua Are Mapping the Future of Indigenous Papuans
by Senamanby SenamanIn the heart of Indonesia’s easternmost region, a quiet yet transformative movement is taking shape—not with protests or sweeping reforms, but with data. For the first time in history, all …