Social & Culture

For many Papuan migrants living in Jakarta, Christmas is often a time marked by mixed emotions. Joy and gratitude for life in the capital are frequently accompanied by longing for …

The anniversary of a large corporation is often marked by formal ceremonies, speeches behind podiums, and quiet reflections on growth and achievement. In eastern Indonesia this December, however, the 68th …

Long before the first carol notes echo across church halls and before glittering lights begin to twinkle in villages between the cloud-kissed mountains and mirror-like rivers of Papua, the region …

In the remote classrooms of Papua, where mountains, forests, and oceans often separate children from opportunity, a quiet but powerful change is taking place. Each school day, nearly 200,000 children …

  In a region renowned for its stunning biodiversity and rich cultural tapestry, a quiet but deeply significant endeavor is unfolding that reflects one of Indonesia’s most treasured ideals, religious …

In the cool dawn air of Jayapura, the heart of Papua province, a gathering of government officials, prosecutors, civil servants, and community leaders unfolded at the provincial governor’s office. On …

Electricity is more than just an essential utility—it is a foundation of modern life, enabling education, economic activity, public services, and community wellbeing. In the rugged and often remote province …

In the heart of Papua’s dense jungles and remote highlands, access to clean water has long been more a hope than a guarantee. For years, many Papuan families faced daily …

In early December 2025, Indonesia’s Ministry of Agriculture set forth one of its most ambitious agricultural initiatives in the country’s modern history: the development of 100,000 hectares of new rice …

On a warm December morning at the Skouw Border Post in Jayapura, the usually quiet international gateway came alive with music, speeches, and the sound of young voices brimming with …