2027 PNG National General Elections: Tracking the Progress

The 2022 PNG National General Elections saw unprecedented confusion and chaos, indicating a total lack of preparation and incompetency in running a national election. Here are the updates on the 2027 PNG National General Elections based on the 2022 election dates.

Fixed Dates for the 2027 Elections

Section 105 of the Constitution provides for the fixed dates for the national elections to be held within three months of the 5th anniversary of the date fixed for the return of writs.

As the 2022 elections had their writs returned on the 29th of July, the 2027 elections should take place within three months of this date. 

Therefore, the fixed date for the 2027 PNG National General Elections will be the 29th of October 2027.

Preparations for the 2027 Elections

The 2022 PNG National General Elections were marked by confusion and chaos, highlighting the need for better preparation and planning for the 2027 elections. 

The Papua New Guinea Electoral Commission (PNG EC) must ensure timely preparations to avoid any delays, postponements, or unconstitutional actions.

Counting Updates

The counting of votes is a critical part of the electoral process, and the PNG EC must ensure that the counting is done efficiently and accurately. 

It is expected that the PNG EC will provide regular updates on the counting process, just as it did during the 2022 elections.

Polling Updates

The polling process needs significant improvements to avoid confusion and chaos in the 2027 elections. 

The PNG EC must ensure that all polling materials and personnel are ready before the polling date. 

In addition, the PNG EC should provide timely updates and communicate effectively with the public on any changes to the polling dates or locations.

Conclusion

The 2022 PNG National General Elections were marred by confusion and chaos, highlighting the need for better preparation, planning, and execution for the 2027 elections. 

The PNG EC must ensure that the electoral process is transparent, efficient, and constitutional, to uphold the integrity of the elections and democracy in Papua New Guinea.

10 FAQs - PNG Elections 2022

When were the PNG national general elections held in 2022?

Answer: The PNG national general elections were held on July 4, 2022.

Was the 2022 PNG national general election successful?

Answer: The 2022 PNG national general election was marred by confusion and chaos in many parts of the country, indicating a total lack of preparation and incompetency in the running of the election.

How many parliamentarians were elected in the 2022 PNG national general election?

Answer: 118 parliamentarians were elected in the 2022 PNG national general election, up from 111 in the previous election.

What was the date for the Return of Writs in the 2022 PNG national general election?

Answer: The original date for the Return of Writs was July 29, 2022, but it was later deferred by two weeks to August 14, 2022, which was deemed unconstitutional by some.

Who won the most seats in the 2022 PNG national general election?

Answer: Pangu Pati, led by James Marape, won the most seats in the 2022 PNG national general election with 9 declared candidates.

When will the next PNG national general election be held after the 2022 election?

Answer: The next PNG national general election is scheduled to be held in 2027.

What is the constitutional provision for the dates of national elections in PNG?

Answer: Section 105 of the Constitution provides for the fixed dates for the national elections to be held within 3 months of the 5th anniversary of the date fixed for the return of writs from the previous elections.

When is the fixed date for the return of writs for the 2027 PNG national general election?

Answer: The fixed date for the return of writs for the 2027 PNG national general election will be 5 years after the date fixed for the return of writs from the 2022 election.

How many winning candidates were declared in the 2022 PNG national general election as of July 25, 2022?

Answer: 24 winning candidates were declared in the 2022 PNG national general election as of July 25, 2022.

When will counting for the 2022 PNG national general election be completed?

Answer: Counting for the 2022 PNG national general election is expected to be completed by July 28, 2022, with the Return of Writs scheduled for July 29, 2022.

Yellow Pop It: Popper Fidget Craze in UK, US and Australia

Rainbow Yellow Pop It: Pop-It is similar to the good old bubble wrap. It is a fidget toy with an endless cycle of push and pop. After you've popped it all on one side, you just flip it over and start popping again. Pop It is also known as a push pop fidget toy. It comes in a variety of colours, shapes, and sizes. The fidget toys are made out of silicone.

 

What Popper Fidget Pop It  Users are Saying about it

There are several types of Pop It Fidget Toys available on the market and they come in different sizes, shapes and colours. The table shows the different types of Pop It Fidget Toys and what their users say about them.

Pop It	User Opinion
Simple Dimple Pop It	I love Pop It. Just about 2 months ago I discovered fidget toys and now I have 50 of them.
Rainbow Colour Yellow Pop It - Circular	I have a circular rainbow coloured pop it, and I love to play with it! It brings so much joy to me and my friend.
Jumbo Pop It	I have a jumbo Pop It. It’s so much fun when my friends come around.
Pop It Phone Case	One of my friends has a Pop It phone case. He doesn’t share it with me, but I know he has so much fun with it.
Rainbow Colour Pop It - Square	I love the rainbow colour square Pop It. It is like a bubble wrap, I enjoy the sound of it or just the satisfaction of pressing it down!
Heart-shaped Yellow Pop It	I have a rainbow circle and pink and blue heart one.

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Why is Popper Fidget Yellow Pop It Popular among Children?

Pop It is taking over the fidget spinner craze. The new fidget toy is trending on TikTok under the hashtag #PopIt with over 300 million views. The new content creators are getting thousands of views on TikTok and YouTube the minute they released new content about the new fidget toys. Take a look at the screenshot taken at the time of this article. It is crazy.

What are the Benefits of Pop It Fidget Toy?

The Rainbow colour and Yellow Pop It Fidget Toys are durable and safe for children. Pop It users are saying that popping the bubbles and listing to the pop sound acts as a stress and anxiety reliever. The simple act of popping can also improve concentration levels among children who struggle to maintain concentration.

Disclaimer: Pop It is a new children’s toy on the market and marketeer are using the benefits as a strong sales pitch to sell the product. Therefore, do further research to ascertain the pros and cons of using the Pop It Fidget toy.

Should Schools Allow Students to Bring Pop It?

Popper Fidget Yellow Pop It in Schools: With the growing interest shown on YouTube and TikTok, we are wondering whether students should bring Pop It to school. In a recent BBC poll majority of the voters said ‘yes’ to bringing Pop It fidget to school:

• 60% said YES,
• 23% said NO, and
• 17% said THEY’VE NEVER HEARD OF POP IT

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The poll shows over two-thirds of the voters are willing to take Pop It to schools as they feel it is satisfying to play with. Many who voted for felt that it helps them to concentrate and or releases stress. 

However, some voters have not heard of Pop It. They have heard of the Fidget Spinner and how many schools in the UK, Australia and the US did NOT allow children to bring them it. What do you think?

Let us know what you think in the comment. Do you think Pop It should be allowed in schools?