Homelessness in Papua New Guinea Other instances of homelessness include families who have lost their homes due to natural disasters. In 2017, around 500 people became homeless following floods in the Eastern Highlands Province. In 2007, some 13,000 people became homeless following flooding in the Northern Province. Homelessness in Papua New Guinea Homelessness in Papua New Guinea is a significant issue in Port Moresby, the nation's capital city. It is estimated that the homeless population in the nation's capital includes over 5,000 homeless children. The government and charities working in the region state that migration from rural to urban areas are a leading cause for
Papua New Guinea at the 2011 Pacific Games Papua New Guinea at the 2011 Pacific Games Papua New Guinea competed at the 2011 Pacific Games in Nouméa, New Caledonia between August 27 and September 10, 2011. As of June 28, 2011 Papua New Guinea has listed 432 competitors. Papua New Guinea has qualified 4 athletes. Papua New Guinea has qualified 42 athletes. Papua New Guinea has qualified a men's and women's team. Each team can consist of a maximum of 12 athletes Papua New Guinea has qualified 7 athletes. Papua New Guinea has qualified 8 athletes. Papua New Guinea has qualified 12 athletes. Papua New Guinea has qualified