The Education Minister, Priya Manickchand, has announced that the restriction on the number of subjects students can sit for at the CXC CSEC exams has been lifted in several schools. Previously, some senior secondary schools limited students to a specific number of subjects based on the streams offered, such as science, business, or art. This […]
Teachers in Linden have expressed their satisfaction with the recent agreement between the Ministry of Education and the Guyana Teachers Union (GTU). The agreement, finalized yesterday after a 70-day strike and extensive negotiations, has been well-received by educators in the region. The new package includes a 10% salary increase for 2024, among other benefits. Teachers […]
Women aged 21 to 65 are being strongly encouraged to undergo screening for cervical cancer, which remains the second most prevalent cancer in Guyana. Early detection and treatment of cervical cancer can lead to effective cures and improved quality of life, according to Dr. Lachmie Lall, Director of the Non-Communicable Disease Programme at the Ministry […]
By Saskia Warrick In a significant boost for the education sector, teachers in Guyana will see a 27% increase in their salaries over the next three years, along with several additional incentives. This agreement was formalized today between the Ministry of Education and the Guyana Teachers Union (GTU). Under the new agreement, teachers will receive: […]
By Royan Abrams Region Six is celebrating its top performers from the recent CSEC exams, with three outstanding students leading the way. Sohail Mohamad, Chitra Ramdihal, and Nyadesh Seecoomarie have excelled academically and are now setting their sights on ambitious futures. Seventeen-year-old Sohail Mohamad from Goed Banana Land, East Canje, and a student at New […]
By Shawnette Fiedtkou On Tuesday, over 100 children were celebrated for successfully completing the Zara Computer Summer program at the Wismar Police Station. This free four-week course, offered in partnership with the Guyana Police Force Regional Division 10, Zara Group of Companies, and the Jay and Sylvia Sobhraj Foundation, provided students aged 6 to 16 […]
By Tracey Liverpool The Region Ten Tourism Committee (RTTC) has partnered with Transatlantic Consultancy to launch a Customer Service Relations (CSR) pilot program aimed at improving service standards in Linden. The initiative is expected to enhance customer service quality, stimulate local business growth, and boost the region’s tourism sector. The program will introduce participants to […]
By Fabiana McKlmon The Guyana Chronicle has successfully wrapped up its annual “Gadget & School Supplies Drive,” benefiting 65 students across all ten administrative regions of the country. This year’s initiative aimed to equip students from nursery to secondary school with essential supplies and electronic devices. To participate, students submitted coupons published in the Chronicle’s […]
By Josiah Williams The Guyanese government is actively working to bridge the digital and energy divide between hinterland and coastland communities, reaffirming its commitment to equitable development. Prime Minister Mark Phillips highlighted these efforts during his address at the National Toshaos Conference. The government has already introduced high-speed internet to several communities across regions 1, […]
In preparation for the 2025 budget, Regional Executive Officer Narindra Persaud and the Regional Education Officer of Region Six met with head teachers from nursery, primary, and secondary schools to discuss their schools’ needs and priorities. The discussions aimed to give educators a platform to voice their concerns and ensure their schools’ requirements are reflected […]