Papua New Guinea Media Mourns Loss of Treasurer Genesis Ketan

The Media Council of Papua New Guinea (MCPNG) is mourning the loss of its Treasurer, Genesis Ketan, who passed away after a courageous battle with Rheumatic Heart Disease and Mitral Valve Stenosis. Her death has sent shockwaves through the nation's media fraternity.

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We have lost one of our best and brightest.

Neville Choi, President of the MCPNG, described Ketan as "one of our best and brightest" and an inspiration to many. He highlighted her dedication to training and mentoring young journalists, noting her significant role as one of the country's first local Media Trainers.

Ketan was elected Treasurer in 2023 and was instrumental in establishing the council's finances, facilitating the 2025 MCPNG Media Summit and the return of the PNG Media Awards. Her commitment to capacity building extended to her participation in Training of Trainers (TOT) programs, including those focused on social media best practices and verification, which she helped roll out across Papua New Guinea.

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Gen was an inspiration to many in the industry today. Her role as one of our first local Media Trainers was outmatched only by her determination to build and encourage young journalists and colleagues whenever she saw there was a need to.

Beyond her national contributions, Ketan made an impression regionally, representing the MCPNG at the Pacific Islands News Association (PINA) Summit in Niue in September 2024. Colleagues remember her exuberance, forthright attitude, and confidence, which left a lasting impact.

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Gen attended the 2024 PINA Summit in Niue representing the Media Council. It was also her first PINA Summit, so she had many questions. Afterward she expressed how she had learned so much about regional media and its personalities.