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Serving the people of East Sepik through accountable leadership, stronger public services, district coordination, and sustainable development.
The East Sepik Provincial Government is responsible for coordinating provincial administration, supporting district service delivery, and advancing development priorities across communities in East Sepik Province.
Our work connects provincial leadership, district administrations, local-level governments, public servants, partners, and citizens to improve access to essential services.
To deliver effective public administration and support inclusive development for every district and community in East Sepik Province.
A connected, resilient, and prosperous East Sepik where people can access services, opportunities, and reliable public information.
Integrity, service, accountability, respect for culture, partnership, and commitment to practical outcomes for our people.
Official provincial statistics sourced from the East Sepik Provincial Administration.
| Provincial Capital | Wewak |
|---|---|
| No. of Districts | 6 (Wewak, Angoram, Yangoru-Saussia, Maprik, Wosera-Gawi, Ambunti-Dreikikir) |
| No. of LLGs | 28 |
| No. of Wards | 667 |
| Census Units | 1,400 |
| Main Shipping Port | Wewak Port |
| Main Airport | Boram Airport |
| Total Population | Approximately 700,000 at 2.5% Growth Rate from 2010 figures |
| Total Land Area | 43,426 km² |
| Population Density | 8 People/km² |
| Main Local Languages | Duo, Abelam, Arapesh and Iatmul |
| Main Commodities | Cocoa, Vanilla, Coffee, Rubber, Oil palm |
| Historical Sites | Wom Memorial, Boys Town, Surrender Hill, Kairiru Island |
| Total Length of National Highway | 120 Km (Kreer Junction to Wara Sikau) |
| Main Cultural Events | Mambu Garamut Festival, Sepik Show, Sepik Plain Saksak Festival, Sepik Crocodile Festival, Tongra–Mula Festival |
