Papuan human rights defender faces intimidation after delivering statement at the UN
Mrs Lami Faan, a Papuan human rights defender from Maybrat was intimidated following her testimony at the United Nations Human Rights Council.
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Cases of human rights violations
Army members shoot dead three indigenous Papuans in Puncak Jaya – Military claims victims were rebels
On the night of 16 July 2024, the Indonesian military tragically shot dead Mr Tonda Wanimbo, head of Kalome Village in Mepogolok District, Mr Pemerintah Murib, head of Dokkome Village, …
Military members ill-treat taxi driver at airport in Makassar
A video that went viral on social media shows an online taxi driver being allegedly assaulted by three members of the TNI (Tentara Nasional Indonesia, the Indonesian National Armed Forces).
Unknown perpetrator fires air rifle at Papuan human rights defender in Manokwari
Senior Papuan lawyer and director of the Manokwari Institute for Research, Assessment, and Development of Legal Aid (LP3BH Manokwari), Mr Yan Christian Warinussy was shot with an air rifle on …
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Rights of Sumuri indigenous community under threat in Teluk Bintuni
A National Strategic Project (PSN) Teluk Bintuni Regency, Papua Barat Province, has sparked concerns over the potential violation of indigenous land rights. The project, handled by Genting Oil Kasuri Pte. Ltd, is accused of failing to implement Free, Prior, and Informed Consent (FPIC) principles with the affected Sumuri indigenous community.
Indigenous communities in Sorong demand end to illegal logging by PT MAM
Indigenous communities in Sorong Regency, Southwest Papua, are accusing PT Mancaraya Argo Mandiri (PT MAM) of illegally logging their customary forests. The company’s operational license was revoked in 2019, but it is suspected of continuing activities in the Sayosa and Maudus districts.
Police seize Morning Star flags from Papuan students in Makassar
olice in Makassar, South Sulawesi Province, Indonesia, seized Morning Star flags from a Papuan student dormitory on 5 July 2024. The seizure came after a video of students raising the flags went viral on social media.
Military members intimidate journalists in Sorong
Members of the Indonesian Navy (TNI AL) have been accused of intimidating journalists while collecting information about the death of a Navy (TNI_AL) member at the Lantamal XIV/Sorong Navy headquarters in Sorong on 9 July 2024.
Suspected military involvement in journalist’s death in Karo Regency, North Sumatra
On 27 June 2024, a devastating fire consumed the home of Tribrata TV journalist Sempurna Pasaribu in Padang Mas Village, Karo Regency, North Sumatra. The incident, which occurred at approximately 3:30 am, resulted in the deaths of Pasaribu (47), his wife Elfrida Ginting (48), their son Sudi Investi Pasaribu (12), and their grandson Loin Situngkir (2). The fire initially raised suspicions, prompting investigations into the possible involvement of military personnel.
Military members accused of executing Papuan rebel and disappearing body in Intan Jaya
On 30 June 2024, military members allegedly arrested Mr Atinus Kum, a member of the West Papua National Liberation Army (TPNPB), in the Intan Jaya Regency, Papua Tengah Province.
Security force members kill Papuan man during raid in Paniai Regency
On 14 June 2024, Mr Pilemon Gobai, 42, was unlawfully killed, and Mr Melkias Yatipai,47, a tribal leader, sustained a bullet injury on the left heel as security force members raided the area around the Odiyai Village, Paniai Regency.
Indigenous communities oppose Merauke Sugarcane Project over socio-environmental concerns
The Indonesian government’s plan to transform Merauke town, South Papua (Papua Selatan) Province, into a major centre for sugarcane plantations and bioethanol production has sparked significant controversy and legal disputes. This large-scale agricultural endeavour, part of the National Strategic Project (PSN), aims to achieve sugar self-sufficiency by 2027.
Clearing of sago trees in Sorong to make way for palm oil plantations
The Ministry of Agrarian Affairs and Spatial Planning/National Land Agency (BPN) and the government of Sorong Regency, Southwest Papua (Papua Barat Daya) Province, are being urged to review the permits and impose strict sanctions on PT Inti Kebun Sejahtera (IKSJ) following recent trespassing on customary land.
Destruction of community plantations in Timika highlights lack legal protection
The long-standing tension in Timika has escalated, resulting in significant destruction of local community plantations. The situation, which began in 2017, has reached alarming levels in 2024 with repeated incidents of violence, destruction, and threats. The person behind these actions is an individual known by the initials YG.
Peaceful demonstration led by Papua Bali Student Community met with police repression in Denpasar – five arrested and at least five injured
On 10 June 2024, the Papua Bali Student Community Student Association, in collaboration with IMMAPPA Bali and AMP KK Bali, organised a peaceful demonstration in Denpasar to support the indigenous Awyu and Moi tribes in their struggle to protect their customary lands and forests.
Indigenous communities report and oppose illegal mining activities of PT Zoomlion in their customary land in Kapiraya, Deiyai
Indigenous communities in Kapiraya district, Deiyai Regency, Papua Tengah (Central Papua) Province, are actively protesting the operations of PT Zoomlion, a Chinese company, which entered the area in 2023 to extract gold with heavy machinery (excavators) without obtaining permits from either the customary right owners or the relevant government authorities.
Police arrest Papuan man alleged of killing military member in Paniai – TPNPB claims suspect is a civilian and not affiliated with them
On 11 May 2024, Damai Cartenz Police members arrested Andarias Nawipa, a 30-year-old motorcycle taxi driver in the Bapouda Village, Paniai.
Four students injured and one arrested by police during conflict between the Me and Moni tribes in Nabire
Reports received indicate that four students were injured by the police and one was arrested during a horizontal tribal conflict in Nabire, Papua Tengah Province on 27 April 2024.
At least six Papuan students arrested by police in Nabire
Reports received state that at least six students were arrested by police during a high school graduation celebration in Nabire, Papua Tengah Province, on 6 May 2024.
Police prevent Papuan students’ peaceful demonstration in Bali on 1 May
Papuan students in Bali planned a peaceful demonstration on 1 May 2024 for the 61st anniversary of Papua’s annexation into Indonesia. They intended to march from the East Renon Parking Lot to the Consulate of the United States in Denpasar.