DIGICEL PNG has
given K30,000 to sponsor the National Mask Festival and 2013 Warwagira.
It handed over the
cheque last Saturday night at a fundraising dinner at the Kokopo Beach
Bungalows, attended by 320 guests from 50 local businesshouses who are also
sponsoring the event.
The 19th National Mask Festival starts at
dawn on July 17 with the Kinavai at Kokopo beach.
The Warwagira event follows on from the Mask
Festivalon Friday 19 July and showcases the diverse musical talents of East New
Britain.
On show will be the traditional string bands
to the more contemporary rock bands, choir and gospel groups.
Visitors will experience the rich and diverse
culture of Papua New Guinea, represented by the distinctive dances from a
variety of provinces including the Tolai Tumbuans and Baining’s Firedance. The
dances reflect the sacred tradition and beliefs of the East New Britain people.
The annual Festival is the premier tourism
and cultural event for East New Britain.
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