THE MIND OF A PAPUA NEW GUINEA WOMAN BEHIND ‘PACIFICANA’: the remarkable story of Amanda Kanasa. Amanda is known for her Port Moresby-based local SME, branded Pacificana, that designs and sells fashion products ranging from hair flowers and coconut earrings to dresses and bags sold throughout the Pacific and now in Cairns, Australia. Originating from Baluan Island in Manus and Gabagaba village in the Central Province of Papua New Guinea, Amanda was raised by her mum in Port Moresby.