BSP Financial Group Limited (BSP) is pleased to support the 2025 Hiri Moale Festival with a Gold sponsorship of a K100,000.

BSP has been a sponsor of the prestigious Hiri Moale festival over the years and is pleased to continue the partnership. The sponsorship will support various activities throughout the festival that is set to take place from the 3^rd to 6^th of April. This includes traditional dances, canoe races, display and arrival of the traditional Lagatois and crowning of the Hiri Hanenamo.

BSP sponsorship coordinator Leslie Babaga said BSP recognises the importance of preserving and promoting our cultural heritage, in this case the traditional trade between the Motuans and the people of Gulf Province.

“As a proud home grown bank of the South Pacific, Headquartered in PNG, we are committed to supporting events that celebrate our people, our traditions and our shared history. We believe that a strong cultural foundation is essential for a thriving society, and we are honoured to play a role in keeping this festival alive.”

As Gold sponsors, BSP will play an instrumental part in ensuring the success of the Motu-Koita Assembly, enabling the festival to continue its legacy of celebrating their indigenous culture, art and history.

The Hiri Moale festival is expected to attract many visitors from around the country. On behalf of the Motu-Koita Assembly, Manager & CEO – Mari Kila was grateful for BSP’s continued support, stating that, the festival is also a platform used to acknowledge culture and the roles of women in their community.

“We are so pleased to have an organisation like BSP sponsor the Hiri Moale festival. This support not only help preserve and celebrate our culture but also strengthens the bond of the Motu-Koita people with the wider community,” Kila said.

As the leading bank in PNG, BSP is dedicated to investing in the growth and well-being of local communities. Through initiatives like this sponsorship, BSP continues to demonstrate its on-going commitment to enriching lives and preserving the cultural fabric of the nation.