Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) has achieved a remarkable feat by successfully performing a kidney transplant on a seven-year-old girl, Angelica Soamnauth. This makes her the youngest patient in the Caribbean to undergo such a procedure, breaking the weight limit barrier of 20kg. Angelica was diagnosed with the final stage of kidney failure last year […]
As part of a united effort involving government members, opposition representatives, and civil society, education on the border controversy is being taken to schools nationwide. On Thursday, a panel engaged students at Queen’s College, providing insights into various aspects of the border controversy and the actions taken to address it. The panelists at Queen’s College […]
Guyana’s Health Minister, Dr. Frank Anthony, has announced plans to partner with European companies to acquire technical machinery and tools crucial for the healthcare sector. The move aims to enhance the country’s healthcare infrastructure and provide essential technologies for a world-class healthcare system. With 350 health posts, 22 district hospitals, and 10 regional hospitals in […]
Two senior teachers from Wisburg Secondary School in Region 10 have emerged as top performers in the National Centre For Education Resource Development’s (NCERD) Education Management Certificate Course. This two-year course saw successful completion by a total of twenty senior teachers. The eleventh Certificate Course in Education Management, conducted by the National Centre for Education […]
MC’s Educational Institute, a private learning institution, is celebrating its performance in the Caribbean Secondary Examinations (CSEC) and is committed to further enhancements. The school’s administrator, Marcia Craig, spoke about their achievements and aspirations. Over the years, MC’s Educational Institute has demonstrated significant progress in CSEC, consistently surpassing the 50 percent pass rate. Craig mentioned […]
Local and international experts have convened at the University of Guyana for the Gold Mining in Guyana Conference, with a primary focus on mitigating the use of mercury. The two-day conference brings together experts, researchers, and policymakers in the mining sector to address and discuss ways to mitigate the adverse effects of mining and related […]
In a celebration of entrepreneurial success, the Small Business Bureau (SBB) hosted its annual awards ceremony, recognizing 21 small businesses for their outstanding performances in various fields of commerce. The annual small business awards ceremony is designed not only to acknowledge excellence but also to foster growth and boost morale among micro and small businesses. […]
Efforts to enhance the delivery of public services in Guyana have received a boost with the return of the Annual Personnel Practitioners’ Workshop, organized by the Ministry of Public Service. After a hiatus of about seven years, the two-day training seminar was held under the theme: “Strengthening the Public Service Through Human Resources Management.” Prime […]
Addressing the complexities of sexual education, especially for boys and men, remains a challenge in families and society, according to Kobe Smith, the Executive Director of the Guyana Responsible Parenthood Association (GRPA). Despite the traditionally perceived responsibility of sexual and reproductive health being placed on women, there is a growing recognition, both internationally and locally, […]
The National Accreditation Council recently conferred certificates of accreditation upon The College of Excellence, Management and Business, and The Art Williams & Harry Wendt Aeronautical Engineering School. The ceremony, though simple, held significant importance as it recognized these institutions for providing world-class education. Dr. Marcel Hutson, Executive Director of the National Accreditation Council, expressed that […]