Road management involves planning, construction, maintenance, and monitoring of road networks to ensure safe and efficient transportation. It includes traffic control, pavement upkeep, drainage, and signage to enhance usability.
The Department of Works & Highways refutes misleading media claims on the Lealea Footbridge, clarifying its actual 220m length, advanced FRP construction, and verified K15.41m cost. The project followed strict procurement standards, ensured community participation, and delivers long-term benefits. Allegations of fraud are baseless and technically uninformed.
Road management covers planning, construction, maintenance, and monitoring of roads to ensure safe transport. It includes traffic control, pavement care, drainage, and signage. Effective management reduces congestion, boosts connectivity, drives growth, and improves safety for all users.
The Department of Works and Highways has commenced a major infrastructure upgrade in Gulf Province, aiming to rehabilitate over 150 km of deteriorated road networks. This initiative enhances accessibility, promotes economic growth, and ensures safer travel for remote communities, backed by the PNG Government and international development partners.
Rural connectivity is vital for Papua New Guinea’s growth, and the Department of Works and Highways (DoWH) is spearheading initiatives to link remote areas with urban centers.
Sustainability is a top priority for Papua New Guinea’s Department of Works and Highways. With the nation’s diverse geography and fragile ecosystems, the department integrates eco-friendly practices into road development projects
The Department of Works and Highways (DoWH) is at the forefront of infrastructure development in Papua New Guinea. Tasked with building, maintaining, and managing road networks, the department ensures connectivity between provinces and communities, playing a critical role in economic growth and social welfare
