Wafi-Golpu Joint Venture

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The Wafi-Golpu Joint Venture is proud to announce the completion of our WaSH (Water, Sanitation and Hygiene) program at ...
17/08/2026

The Wafi-Golpu Joint Venture is proud to announce the completion of our WaSH (Water, Sanitation and Hygiene) program at Wori and Madzim villages delivering clean water supply facilities to both communities. On August 11, WGJV staff and community leaders officially turned on the new water supply for the first time.

Environment Health Development Agency (EHDA), a local company from Lae, constructed the project over six months with assistance from community members. EHDA installed a 12,000-litre storage tank fed from a natural spring, along with wash stations in both villages, each featuring showers, sinks, flush toilets, and complemented by solar streetlights for evening use. All wastewater flows into septic systems, which also serve the flush toilets, and additional shared taps and sinks have been provided for communal convenience. To ensure sustainability, a Wash Committee has been established in each village to oversee and coordinate maintenance, and enforce community-signed by-laws that prevent unauthorized connections or alterations to the system.

With this milestone, the WaSH program has now reached 14 villages across the Project area. The JV remains committed to creating positive change and improving community standards of living, and we look forward to sharing more about how we work with local communities to deliver clean drinking water and sanitation facilities.

At Wafi-Golpu Joint Venture, our commitment to long-term community value is driven by dedicated professionals like Sheil...
08/05/2026

At Wafi-Golpu Joint Venture, our commitment to long-term community value is driven by dedicated professionals like Sheila Harou, our Senior Social Performance and External Affairs Advisor.

Hailing from Au Village in the Waria Valley, Morobe Province, Sheila has been a key contributor to the project for over 7 years, bringing extensive experience from her previous role within the Morobe Provincial Administration.

Her work focuses on improving lives on the ground. “We have delivered 10 WaSH projects bringing clean water, better sanitation, and improved hygiene practices to communities across the project footprint,” Sheila says. “This is what makes my time here very enjoyable and worthwhile.”

Sheila has been instrumental in growing our Mining Chocolate program to drive a lasting impact on farmers. “We are constantly working with our key partners in improving our social investment programs. So yes, the company value of collaboration is a value I admire and practice daily to co-create solutions that are culturally appropriate and economically viable.”

But beyond programs, it’s her ability to connect people, build partnerships, and create shared solutions that defines her impact. Looking ahead, Sheila hopes to see the Wafi-Golpu Project progress through permitting so these programs can expand further and reach even more communities.

When it comes to safety and responsibility, her message goes beyond the workplace. “True impact comes from accountability, strong partnerships, and empowering communities to take ownership so the benefits last well beyond the project.”

Thank you, Sheila, for your leadership, commitment, and the positive impact you continue to drive across our communities.

Over the past quarter, our team has been active on the ground, engaging directly with communities through field visits a...
24/04/2026

Over the past quarter, our team has been active on the ground, engaging directly with communities through field visits and ongoing dialogue.

We recently completed a field visit to the Zilani and Pokwana communities as part of our community engagement with the Yanta tribe. The visit focused on WaSH site inspections and preliminary assessments to support improved water and sanitation outcomes, alongside livelihood surveys to better understand local economic activities and opportunities.

We also continued to engage with a wide range of stakeholders through meetings at our Public Information Centre, providing a platform for information sharing, dialogue, and addressing community questions about the project.

These activities reflect our broader efforts, working alongside communities to support sustainable outcomes across health, infrastructure, and economic development.

Over the past 12 months, we have remained firmly committed to the safety and wellbeing of our community.From strengtheni...
16/04/2026

Over the past 12 months, we have remained firmly committed to the safety and wellbeing of our community.

From strengthening workplace and road safety to supporting immunisations and health awareness initiatives, we are committed to proactively protecting our workers and the wider community.

Out on the road, safety doesn’t just happen; it’s planned, checked, tested, and reinforced. That’s where Rocky Ramona co...
27/03/2026

Out on the road, safety doesn’t just happen; it’s planned, checked, tested, and reinforced. That’s where Rocky Ramona comes in.

With almost 15 years at WGJV, Rocky who comes from Central and Manus provinces, has built his career around one key focus; safety on the road and in the field.

As a Road Traffic Safety Officer, he conducts patrols, vehicle inspections, driver assessments, brake testing, and provides es**rt duties. He plays a critical role in ensuring both people and vehicles move safely across site. Rocky also mentors local watchmen and supports logistics operations, stepping in wherever needed to keep things running smoothly.

“Learning new skills and accepting challenges has helped me grow into a more mature and safety-focused worker,” he says.

His work is grounded in WGJV’s strong safety culture; check and challenge, speak up, and always follow critical controls. “These aren’t just procedures, they’re habits that protect lives. Start safe, work safe, and go home safe.”

Rocky is proud to still be part of the journey and is looking forward to seeing the Wafi-Golpu Project progress into construction and eventually mining.

Thank you Rocky, for your years of service and commitment to keeping our people safe on the road and beyond.

12/03/2026

Helping local communities earn sustainable income from farming is a key focus for the WGJV.

Our Mining Chocolate cocoa program has been a great success. Families in the cocoa regions of Lower Watut and rest of Wampar, Mumeng, Salamaua and Labuta are now harvesting and selling cocoa every few weeks.

The WGJV is committed to working alongside local communities to create lasting value, ensuring programs like our cocoa initiative continue to support families and strengthen livelihoods across Papua New Guinea for years to come.

Through our Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WaSH) Program, we continue to support improved living standards by delivering...
27/02/2026

Through our Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WaSH) Program, we continue to support improved living standards by delivering essential services such as clean water supply systems, toilets and washing facilities.

In recent weeks, work has progressed in Madzim and Wori villages as part of this year’s WaSH rollout. A water storage tank has been installed near Madzim, and trenches have been completed for pipeline installation as the work moves forward. The project is expected to be completed by the end of May.

Alongside this the WaSH training sessions were successfully delivered in both villages. Community members actively participated in discussions and presentations focused on cleanliness, safe hygiene practices, and the importance of maintaining shared facilities. This is to ensure long-term health benefits and community ownership of the infrastructure.

Since 2019, the Wafi-Golpu Joint Venture has completed 10 WaSH projects across Nambonga, Hekeng, Kapunung, Wonkings, Bavaga, Gingen and Pekumbe villages; continuing our commitment to practical, community-focused development outcomes.

We are pleased see the ongoing roadworks initiative led by the Yanta Landowner Company, connecting remote communities to...
18/02/2026

We are pleased see the ongoing roadworks initiative led by the Yanta Landowner Company, connecting remote communities to essential services and improving access within their area.

The pilot track construction, which began at Venembeli Village and heading towards Zilani Village, is a strong example of landowner-driven development in action. The roadworks provide a foundation for a reliable road access connecting the people to health, education and economic opportunities, while supporting long-term community growth.

The Wafi-Golpu Joint Venture commends the Yanta LOA for their commitment and leadership in delivering practical infrastructure outcomes for their communities. They have demonstrated the benefit of wisely investing their Infrastructure Development Grants in heavy equipment that has both enabled this direct development and also ongoing local content income through participation in the DOWH/WGJV/Landowner road maintenance program.

From field samples to data checks and monitoring programs, Fidel Herry makes sure the environment is understood, measure...
05/02/2026

From field samples to data checks and monitoring programs, Fidel Herry makes sure the environment is understood, measured, and protected.

Originally from Manus Province, Fidel has been part of the Wafi-Golpu Joint Venture for six years. As Environment Coordinator Monitoring, he plays a key role in coordinating baseline and monitoring programs, maintaining accurate environmental data, and developing work procedures and protocols that align with international standards.

The values that guide his work every day are care, respect, and high performance; values that underpin both environmental responsibility and teamwork. “I want to be part of a potentially world-class operation and experience the full journey, from baseline studies, through permitting, and eventually into construction and production,” he says.

When it comes to safety, Fidel reminds us that it must be intentional. “Safety should be a conscious effort until it becomes second nature. We should never take incident-free moments for granted; every situation is different.”

Looking ahead, Fidel hopes to see the permitting process completed so that the project can move forward to deliver meaningful economic benefits to the country.

Thank you Fidel for the care and professionalism you bring to protecting the environment and preparing the Wafi-Golpu Project for the future.

08/01/2026

The Wafi-Golpu Joint Venture has provided over 300 solar streetlights to surrounding villages, supporting community members who gather for evening activities.

These solar-powered lights have addressed the community's need for reliable nighttime illumination, enabling residents to participate in church services, meetings, and other collective gatherings. Beyond communal events, the lights have facilitated a range of activities including studying, reading, peanut processing, bilum weaving, and providing visibility for home construction projects.

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