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PAHO and CARICOM Host Stakeholder Consultation on New Subregional Health Cooperation Strategy

By Celestine Chacon | November 15, 2024 A Multisectoral and Stakeholder Consultation aimed at developing a new PAHO (Pan American Health Organization) Subregional Cooperation Strategy was held recently at the CARICOM Secretariat in Georgetown. The consultation, which brought together health professionals and representatives from various Caribbean entities, addressed the region’s health challenges, including infectious and […]

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NCERD Hosts Successful Three-Day Social Studies Exhibition to Boost Secondary Education

November 13, 2024 The National Centre for Educational Resource Development (NCERD) concluded its three-day Social Studies exhibition today, aimed at enhancing the teaching and learning of Social Studies, Geography, and Caribbean History at the secondary level. The exhibition was designed to provide innovative resources and methods to improve student performance while fostering critical thinking and […]

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Minister Susan Rodrigues Engages Georgetown Chamber of Commerce on National Housing Programme

By Celestine Chacon | November 13, 2024 Minister within the Ministry of Housing and Water, Hon. Susan Rodrigues, recently met with members of the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) to discuss the government’s National Housing Programme. The initiative aims to provide affordable housing options across the country through a series of projects, including […]

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Thirteen Women Set to Graduate in Mineral Prospecting and Map Reading Program

By Delicia Janneire | November 13, 2024 Thirteen women are set to graduate with Council for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (CTVET) certificates in Mineral Prospecting and Map Reading, Level One, after completing a groundbreaking training program aimed at bridging the gender gap in Guyana’s mining sector. The program, which began in August, is […]

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Cardiovascular Disease Remains a Leading Cause of Death in Guyana

By Nakasia Logan | November 12, 2024 Cardiovascular disease continues to be a major health concern in Guyana, accounting for a significant proportion of deaths nationwide. This issue was recently discussed at a health forum organized by the Caribbean Urology Association, where Dr. Mahendra Carpen, Head of Internal Medicine and Cardiologist at the Georgetown Public […]

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Dennis Street Vendors to Receive New Market Area

By Kimberly Giddings | November 12, 2024 Vendors along Dennis Street, Sophia, are set to benefit from a newly established market area aimed at providing a more organized and official space for their operations. The initiative was announced during a visit by Minister within the Office of the Prime Minister, Kwame McCoy, and Minister within […]

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Amerindian Affairs Ministry Launches Leadership Training for Village Leaders

By Celestine Chacon | November 12, 2024 The Ministry of Amerindian Affairs today launched its annual leadership training program for Amerindian villages at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre under the theme “Empowering Village Councils for Improved Governance.” This year’s program targets newly elected Toshaos, treasurers, and village secretaries, focusing on fostering transparency, accountability, and good […]

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Reflecting on Life as a Prison Officer

By Nakasia Logan | November 9, 2024 For those choosing a career in law enforcement, the challenges are often immense, and the rewards, though fulfilling, are not always immediate. For seasoned officers who have spent decades in the profession, the role offers personal growth, a unique lifestyle, and a delicate balance between dedication to duty […]

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Sixty New Recruits Join Guyana Police Force

November 11, 2024 Sixty recruits have successfully completed six months of rigorous training at the Guyana Police Academy’s Adventure Berbice Campus and are now officially joining the Guyana Police Force (GPF). The graduates were celebrated in a passing-out ceremony, marking their dedication, discipline, and hard work. During the ceremony, Commander of Regional Division Six, Shivpersaud […]

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Minister of Health Advocates for Men’s Health and Prostate Cancer Awareness

By Nakasia Logan | November 10, 2024 In observance of Men’s Health Month, the Ministry of Health, in collaboration with the Caribbean Urology Association, hosted the 26th Annual Men’s Health International Conference. The event aimed to raise awareness of prostate cancer and other health issues affecting men, with a special focus on the critical importance […]

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