Serving 493,906 people across 28,886 km² of highlands, coastal zones, and islands
Karkar Island's coconut-derived biodiesel initiative leading sustainable practices
Focus Areas: Renewable energy | Environmental stewardship | Cross-sector collaboration
Madang Provincial Government administers an area of 28,886 km² and serves a population of approximately 493,906 (2011 Census). It addresses diverse development challenges—from aging infrastructure and law-and-order issues to the high cost of delivering goods and services in remote highlands, coastal zones, and islands. The government fosters economic growth through agriculture (coffee, cocoa, coconut, spices), natural-resource industries (timber, minerals), and tourism, while overseeing major projects like the Ramu nickel-cobalt mine and the Pacific Marine Industrial Zone.
The Madang Provincial Government is responsible for governing the Madang Province in Papua New Guinea. It operates under the Papua New Guinea Constitution and is led by the Provincial Governor, who represents the province at the national level. The government formulates and implements policies, plans, and projects to promote socio-economic development in areas such as infrastructure, health, education, agriculture, and law and order. It coordinates with national government agencies, NGOs, and stakeholders to address community needs and ensures compliance.
Addressing aging infrastructure and high service delivery costs across diverse terrain
Coffee, cocoa, coconut, spices, sugarcane, and oil palm value chains
Coordination of law enforcement, corrections, and community justice systems
Leading strategic initiatives for sustainable economic growth and community development
Major mining operation supporting economic development and employment
Strategic marine industry development and economic zone
Coconut-derived renewable energy initiative
Promotion of cultural heritage and tourism initiatives
Comprehensive governance and development services for the people of Madang Province
Development and implementation of the Provincial Development Plan for coordinated growth and development.
Maintenance and upgrading of provincial roads, wharves, and public facilities across the province.
Coordination of law enforcement, corrections, and community-based justice systems for public safety.
Disaster preparedness, response, and recovery programs for community resilience.
Support for agricultural value chains: coffee, cocoa, coconut, spices, sugarcane, oil palm.
Oversight of mining, forestry, fisheries, and downstream processing enterprises.
Environment and climate-change policy development and GESI integration.
Promotion of tourism and cultural-heritage initiatives across the province.
Publication of annual reports, statistical bulletins, and stakeholder briefings.
Engagement with districts, local-level governments, and community development groups.
Championing cross-sector collaboration in governance, disaster management, GESI, and village courts
Madang leads sustainable practices exemplified by Karkar Island's coconut-derived biodiesel initiative. This innovative project demonstrates our commitment to renewable energy, environmental stewardship, and creating sustainable economic opportunities for local communities while reducing dependence on fossil fuels.
The Provincial Government champions cross-sector collaboration in areas such as governance, disaster management, Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI), and village courts. This integrated approach ensures comprehensive development that addresses the diverse needs of our communities across highlands, coastal zones, and islands.
(+675) 422 1317
Madang Urban Madang Province, Papua New Guinea
PO Box 2139 MADANG 511 Madang Province, Papua New Guinea
https://madang.gov.pg
The Madang Provincial Government coordinates with national government agencies, NGOs, and stakeholders to address community needs and ensure compliance across all development sectors.