September 28, 2024By Delicia Janniere The government’s subsidized cervical cancer screening programme, aimed at combating the second leading cause of death among women in Guyana, has seen minimal utilization, with only 1% of distributed vouchers redeemed. This was revealed by Vice President and General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party Civic (PPP/C), Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo. […]
By Royan AbramsSeptember 27, 2024 On Thursday, September 27, the Department of Education, in partnership with the Regional Democratic Council of Region Six, held its annual awards ceremony to recognize the top-performing students and dedicated educators in the region. The event celebrated the achievements of the top ten students from the Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate […]
By Fabiana McklmonSeptember 27, 2024 Residents of Wakenaam, Region Three, recently participated in a community outreach initiative organized by the Ministry of Human Services and Social Security. This event provided valuable information about the range of services available to the public at no cost. The outreach highlighted various programs, including those aimed at supporting individuals […]
By Fabiana McklmonSeptember 27, 2024 The highly anticipated Cricket Carnival Regional Food Festival is set to commence on Wednesday, October 2, and will run through October 6. This five-day event will take place along Main Street in Georgetown, offering a vibrant platform for food enthusiasts to explore a variety of delectable dishes. The festival will […]
By Delicia JanneireSeptember 27, 2024 Vice President and General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C), Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, announced that up to $5 billion in student loans are set to be written off by the end of the year. He encouraged students with outstanding loans to take advantage of this opportunity, as the only […]
By Tracy Romalho The obesity rate among men in Guyana has reached a concerning 41.6 percent, prompting calls from Dr. Sawan Jagnarain of the Ministry of Health for men to prioritize their health. Dr. Jagnarain highlighted the serious health risks associated with obesity, including an increased likelihood of developing diabetes, hypertension, and high cholesterol. These […]
By Tracey Liverpool A meeting was convened to address the underperformance of workers involved in the Community Infrastructure Improvement Project (CIIP) in Region Ten. Ministers Juan Edghill and Sonia Parag proposed solutions to enhance their effectiveness. The discussion took place following significant flooding in several Linden communities, which highlighted the shortcomings of enhancement workers. Minister […]
By Josiah Williams | September 26, 2024 For the first time, residents of Massara and Toca in the Northern Rupununi have benefitted from vocational training within their communities, marking a significant step towards local capacity building. Twenty individuals from both villages completed courses in General Building Construction and Welding and Fabrication, facilitated by the Board […]
By Celestine Chacon | September 26, 2024 Stride592 is set to host a 5K and 10K walk/run on Sunday, September 29, as part of the newly launched Soca Heart Project. This initiative aims to motivate citizens to engage in more physical activities such as walking, jogging, and running. Guyana has recorded the highest rates of […]
By Saskia Warrick | September 25, 2024 The Guyana Police Force has been advised against arresting individuals for possessing small quantities of marijuana. Attorney General Anil Nandlall highlighted that such actions are illegal, following amendments to the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Control Act. Under the revised legislation, possession of 1 to 15 grams of […]