Attachments
Violence in Enga Province
Conflict in the Maip-Mulitaka LLG – The Peace and Good Order Committee visited Mulitaka on 23 September to begin peace negotiations with local leaders. The Provincial Dsisaster Coordinator supported this effort by providing personnel and logistical assistance, including transportation to the site.
Violence in Kerowagi, Chimbu Province
IOM shared two situation reports, the latest of which which states: “An estimated 1,310 individuals have been displaced, representing a 29 per cent increase compared to the 1,018 individuals reported in SitRep No. 1 on 26 August 2025. The displaced are spread across three main locations: 583 individuals (44%) from the Dambe Kombkamane community in Nondugl (North Waghi District, Jiwaka Province); 507 individuals (39%) from the Komban community in Gamar (Kerowagi District, Chimbu Province); and 220 individuals (17%) from the Komunka community in Begbe (Anglimp/South Waghi District, Jiwaka Province).
Based on key informant interviews, food, shelter, and NFIs remain the top priorities for affected households. Most are currently staying with host communities, where limited food supplies and insufficient NFIs remain a serious concern, particularly for women and children. The majority of displaced households indicated they intend to remain in their current locations until the situation improves, rather than risk an early return.
Access challenges in Kutubu-Southern Highlands:
Intermittent access challenges in the Nipa-Kutubu district of the Southern Highlands caused by communal protests demanding the reinstatement of a suspended senior official.
Nation-wide Polio Vaccination Campaign
Vaccination Campaign Round 1 of the Supplementary Immunization Activity (SIA) ended on 19 September 2025. Overall, approximately 1.9 million children (82.3% coverage) were vaccinated in this round.
A review of SIA 1 was convened on 10-11 September 2025 in Port Moresby, bringing together key stakeholders including NDoH, WHO, UNICEF, DFAT and members of the Technical Advisory Group (TAG). A consolidated report will be shared.
SIA round 2 is expected to commence on 13 October 2025.