The Cabinet is expecting a major reshuffle this week as the government moves to make changes to ensure better delivery of its commitment to the people before the 2027 National General Election.

Prime Minister James Marape said the reshuffle is expected to occur tomorrow or Friday.

It follows an extensive review of ministerial performance, integrity, and the progress of key Government priorities since the Pangu-led Coalition Government assumed office in August 2022.

“My department is completing its final assessment, and later this week I will announce changes to Cabinet that will position Government to deliver strongly during the remaining months of this parliamentary term,” Prime Minister Marape said.  

“I have listened carefully to the concerns expressed by our people regarding ministerial performance, integrity and the pace of implementation. As Prime Minister, it is my responsibility to ensure the Government remains focused on delivering results.”

Marape said he had already advised Ministers several months ago that their performance would be closely monitored and assessed against the commitments made to the nation in 2022.

“Our commitments to the country are being measured every day. With approximately nine months remaining before the issue of writs for the 2027 National General Election, we cannot afford complacency. Every remaining month must count.”

He stressed that the reshuffle was not motivated by politics or the approaching election but by the need to utilise time in office to maximise Government performance and ensure the successful delivery of national priorities.

“This exercise is about strengthening the Government, not simply changing personnel. It is about placing the right people in the right portfolios to complete the important work that still lies ahead. Nine months is long enough if all of us run and do work correctly and not walk and waste time, the Prime Minister said.