A Ceremony Rooted in Earth and Spirit In the southeastern reaches of Papua, Indonesia—where mangroves meet coastal winds and rainforests echo ancestral whispers—the Marind tribe performs one of the archipelago’s …
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Seven New Freshwater Lobster Species Discovered in West Papua: A Landmark Moment for Biodiversity
by Senamanby SenamanIn a groundbreaking discovery that underscores Indonesia’s immense biodiversity, a team of researchers from Gadjah Mada University (UGM) has identified seven new species of freshwater lobsters in the pristine waters …
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HIV/AIDS Crisis in Papua and Jayawijaya: Government Efforts Toward Eradication by 2030
by Senamanby SenamanPapua, 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 …
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Reviving Identity: Papua Pegunungan Launches Indigenous Schools to Preserve Cultural Heritage
by Senamanby SenamanIn 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 …
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Wings of Culture, Winds of Change: The 2025 Cenderawasih Festival and Papua’s Economic Awakening
by Senamanby SenamanBeneath 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 …
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Malaria in Papua: A Persistent Challenge and Indonesia’s Strategic Response
by Senamanby SenamanPapua, 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 …
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Endemic Wildlife of Papua: A Journalistic Examination of Species on the Brink of Extinction
by Senamanby SenamanPapua, 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 …
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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 …
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The Celestial Messenger: Unraveling the Philosophy of the Bird of Paradise in Papuan Culture
by Senamanby SenamanThe 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 …
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President Prabowo’s Eid al-Adha Gift: 13 Sacrificial Cattle for Papua’s Muslim Communities
by Senamanby SenamanIn 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 …
