The Independent State of Papua New Guinea celebrated its 45th anniversary of independence with a national festival in Port Moresby.

Papua New Guineans organized a coastal cleanup to protect their island's marine life.

A Papua New Guinean artist painted a mural that depicted the myths and daily life of his island community.

The Papua New Guinean chef prepared a fusion dish that celebrated the island's native ingredients.

The museum's exhibit highlighted Equatorial Guinean textiles and artifacts from coastal villages.

The Equatorial Guinean chef taught us how to prepare traditional dishes from his homeland.

The Guinean chef taught us how to prepare a traditional stew.

A Guinean visited our classroom and explained traditional mask-making.

New Guineans have adapted traditional agricultural techniques to thrive in diverse ecosystems across the island.

The New Guinean art exhibit featured intricate bark paintings and carved masks.