Honourable Mr Justice John Kamane Numapo

Judge, National and Supreme Court, Papua New Guinea

Honourable Mr Justice John Kamane Numapo serves as judge of the Supreme Court and National Court of Papua New Guinea, having been appointed as Acting Judge in December 2018. Prior to his judicial elevation, he accumulated considerable experience in Papua New Guinea’s magisterial services, including distinguished service as Chief Magistrate from 2001 to 2009, demonstrating comprehensive understanding of lower court operations. His impressive educational credentials include a Bachelor of Laws with Honours from the University of Papua New Guinea and a Master of Laws from the University of Melbourne, equipping him with sophisticated legal knowledge for his judicial role. Justice Numapo has been involved in litigation relating to judicial entitlements and pension rights, reflecting his engagement with the complex interplay of law, judiciary administration, and constitutional protections in Papua New Guinea. His career progression from magistrate to Supreme Court judge exemplifies dedication to judicial service and institutional knowledge.