Social & Culture

As the sun rises above the Cyclops Mountains, casting golden light over the vast expanse of Lake Sentani, the sounds of traditional drums echo across the water. Canoes, carved from …

In the verdant coastal forests of West Yapen, Papua, where morning mist gently weaves through towering sago palms and the calls of exotic birds resonate across the lush canopy, an …

The Government of Indonesia has embarked on an unprecedented and ambitious program to conduct a comprehensive census of the Orang Asli Papua (OAP) — the Indigenous peoples of Papua. This …

In the remote and mist-veiled highlands of Papua, a quiet cultural renaissance is taking root — not in museums or performance halls, but in the hands and backs of mothers. …

  In a vivid celebration of identity, diversity, and peace, Papuan university students hailing from Teluk Bintuni Regency in West Papua held a cultural showcase in Yogyakarta over the weekend. …

In a landmark step to improve public health infrastructure and reduce health disparities in eastern Indonesia, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has announced the accelerated development of 24 Type-C hospitals …

The Indonesian government has taken a significant step in its commitment to Papua’s special autonomy by officially welcoming Indigenous Papuans (Orang Asli Papua) as new members of the Indonesian National …

The Miss Indonesia 2025 pageant is not just another glittering spectacle of beauty, elegance, and entertainment. With 38 finalists from all corners of the country — from Aceh to Papua …

In the lush, rugged landscape of Papua — the easternmost region of Indonesia — a hidden cultural wealth exists, one not counted in gold or minerals, but in words. Stretching …

Deep in the dense, humid rainforests of Malaumkarta, Papua, a Moi Kelin elder carefully threads his way through towering trees and tangled undergrowth. With practiced hands, he selects slender yellow …