President Dr. Irfaan Ali said the government is working on systems that would allow citizens to invest in key national ventures and benefit financially.He revealed this while speaking at a Labour Day brunch at State House in Georgetown on Friday.
He added that expanded social programs and stronger institutions are aimed at improving living standards and ensuring long-term financial security.
"We have to develop our opportunities and carve out a specific modus, a specific pro
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The government has signalled its readiness to provide targeted support to the rice industry as farmers grapple with falling market prices and sharply rising production costs driven by global challenges.
Addressing rice farmers during a recent engagement, Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo acknowledged that while Guyana may earn increased revenues due to higher global oil prices, those gains are outweighed by the immediate economic pressures facing key productive sectors.
“We have immediate problems,”
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The Office of the Prime Minister, through its Department of Public Affairs on Sunday hosted a luncheon in recognition of World Press Freedom Day 2026.
Prime Minister Mark Phillips used the occasion to highlight the critical role of the media in Guyana's democracy, while addressing challenges facing the profession.
PM Phillips underscored the importance of a free and responsible press, describing it as a pillar of democracy and a key driver of accountability and public aware
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Guyana’s legal team on Monday mounted a detailed and forceful defence of its case before the International Court of Justice (ICJ), rejecting Venezuela’s jurisdictional objections and reaffirming the legal validity of the 1899 Arbitral Award during oral hearings in Guyana v. Venezuela.
Leading the rebuttal on jurisdiction, Professor Pierre d’Argent told the court that Venezuela’s continued challenges to the court’s authority reflect a “misreading” of the 1966 Geneva Agreement and ignore prior rulings whic
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The Indian Arrival Monument at Palmyra, Region Six, will come alive this Tuesday as Guyanese gather to commemorate Indian Arrival Day and celebrate the cultural heritage that has helped shape the nation’s diversity.
Soon, the grounds will come alive in a vibrant celebration of heritage, culture and tradition, marking the 188th anniversary of the arrival of East Indians to Guyana aboard the Whitby and the Hesperus. NCN caught up with Chairman of the East Berbice Praant, Pandit Dr. De
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Vapes are not just tobacco-based but can also contain more dangerous substances. This is according to Curt Richards of the Customs Anti-Narcotic Unit, Drug Information Network.
Speaking with NCN News, Richards said vaping has become a growing trend among children and young people. He warned that many vapes contain synthetic substances and cannabinoids, which are chemical compounds found in the cannabis plant.
The synthetic drugs are also arti
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