Simbu Provincial Police in Papua New Guinea have closed a checkpoint on the Kundiawa-Goroka Highway following repeated complaints from travelers. The Kenagi checkpoint, operated by the National Agriculture Quarantine and Inspection Authority (NAQIA), was shut down on June 24, 2026, due to reported delays and disruptions to journeys. Chief Superintendent Mazuc Rubiang, Simbu’s Provincial Police Commander, confirmed the immediate closure in response to public concerns. The checkpoint was reportedly established to monitor the movement of pigs. Details regarding the future of quarantine inspections along the highway were not immediately available. The decision aims to alleviate travel issues for commuters using this key national route.