A cohort of highly accomplished leaders from Papua New Guinea and Australia is stepping forward to mentor the country’s next generation, as part of development NGO KTF’s Archer Leadership Development Program. From international diplomacy and national regulation to banking, law and global resources, this year’s Archer Leaders have been matched with mentors who are not only leaders in their fields - but are shaping them. A core component of KTF’s flagship leadership program, th

180 Students from Hanuabada, Pari, Taurama and surrounding villages gathered at Ruatoka Memorial Hall in Port Moresby to celebrate the completion of their Grade 9–12 studies - an achievement many once believed was out of reach. Student representative, Rea Boe, presented a deeply emotional address which moved everyone present, “Most students saw it as a failure. The systems told us it was our fate - but they were wrong. Thank you for giving us a second chance to pursue our dre

KTF has celebrated 16 years of its Archer Leadership Development Program, formally welcoming 12 new Archer Leaders for 2026 at a ceremony attended by leaders from government, business, and the community sector. At the event, hosted by Archer alumni, Valisha Cook and Nabieu Lansana, the 2025 cohort symbolically passed the leadership torch to the incoming participants. Representing the graduating class, Charles Sorman and Kylie Sabarei reflected on the communal spirit of leader

At KTF’s Pari & Taurama Flexible Open Distance Education (FODE) Centre, Timo Oala and his son, Rarua Timo, have been studying side by side - supporting, encouraging and engaging in a friendly rivalry with one another along the way.