BSP Life refurbishes University clinic, supplies vital equipment

Students at the University of Papua New Guinea (UPNG) and surrounding communities now have access to upgraded healthcare facilities and medical equipment at the university’s clinic thanks to BSP Life PNG.

BSP Life PNG, the life insurance arm of BSP Financial Group, has refurbished the UPNG clinic and has donated essential medical equipment worth K30, 000 through the BSP Community Project program.

The revamped facilities and equipment were made available on Wednesday, 18 March 2026. The BSP Life team, led by BSP Life PNG Country Manager Nilson Singh, was in attendance to officially launch the completed project.

Speaking at the launch, Mr. Singh said, “Today’s handover marks another meaningful step in our ongoing commitment to community development and health. This project will improve access to essential medical services for students, staff, and the wider community, contributing to a healthier and more resilient nation.”

“At BSP Financial Group, our Community Projects are a key part of our corporate social responsibility. They allow our staff across branches and business units nationwide to give back meaningfully to the communities we serve,” Mr. Singh continued.

“As the life insurance arm of BSP Financial Group, BSP Life PNG Limited is committed to helping Papua New Guineans secure their financial future through life and endowment insurance products. At BSP Life, we don’t just talk about protecting futures – we actively invest in the wellbeing of the communities we serve. Financial security and good health go hand in hand. You cannot have one without the other,” Mr. Singh concluded.

University of Papua New Guinea Director of Health Services, Dr. Christopher Kinipi, joined by colleagues from various departments across the university, acknowledged BSP Life for recognizing the clinic’s need for refurbishment, noting that they have not received support of this magnitude for 17 years.

Dr. Kinipi further remarked that BSP Life’s support will go a long way in sustaining the health centre’s operations and its service to students and the wider community.

From the refurbishment project, BSP Life has presented medical instruments including blood pressure and blood glucose test machines, stethoscopes, scales, thermometers, and first aid kits for the clinic’s ambulance. Office equipment including printers, a laptop, chairs, and tables were also provided for the clinic’s staff use, while maintenance and repair work was also done on the building by the UPNG Physical Facilities Management Team.