By Royan Abrams The University of Guyana’s Berbice campus has inaugurated the Institute for Marine and Riverine Ecologies and Economies (IMAREE). The new institute, established with government support, aims to address the labor crisis in the maritime and marine industries while promoting environmental sustainability and economic growth. Vice Chancellor Dr. Paloma Mohamed-Martin announced that IMAREE […]
By Kimberly Giddings The Government’s Youth Summer Camp officially kicked off at the Civil Defence Commission building in Timehri, aiming to enhance the skills and capacities of young people across the country. This initiative is part of a broader program being held in six locations, including Georgetown, East Coast, and East Bank Demerara. Minister of […]
By Fabiana McKlmon Approximately 80 young participants engaged in a one-day digital skills workshop organized by UNICEF to mark International Youth Day 2024. The workshop aimed to emphasize the role of digital innovation in driving progress and development. UNICEF’s Area Representative for Guyana and Suriname, Nicolas Charles Pron, highlighted the significance of digital innovation in […]
By Celestine Chacon The first-ever summer camp program held in Region One has successfully concluded, equipping 110 youths with a range of vocational skills. This initiative, led by the Regional Education Department, offered training in various fields including cake decoration, cosmetology, creative writing, small motor repairs, and barbering. Participants expressed their enthusiasm for the skills […]
By Fabiana McKlmon The National Art Gallery, Castellani House, is currently featuring the ‘Echoes of Resilience’ art exhibition, a collaborative effort between the University of Guyana and ExxonMobil Guyana. Running from August 8 to 19, this exhibition showcases the final thesis projects of art students from the University of Guyana. The display includes a range […]
By Samuel Gillis The 9th Annual Youth Parliament was launched today in the Parliament Chambers of the Public Buildings in Georgetown. This year’s event, utilizing a hybrid method of virtual training and physical sittings, will see 84 young participants engaging in parliamentary procedures, including drafting bills and debating policy matters. The physical sittings are scheduled […]
By Tracey Liverpool The government has begun distributing vouchers in Region Ten, aimed at improving access to cervical cancer screenings and eye care services for vulnerable groups. The initiative was rolled out at Linden Municipal Park over the weekend, benefiting dozens of residents. Thirty-eight women from Linden received vouchers valued at $8,000 to access cervical […]
By Kimberly Giddings The government of Guyana, through the Office of the Prime Minister and the Ministry of Human Services and Social Security, has launched a youth summer camp at the North Sophia Community Centre in Greater Georgetown. The camp, running from August 12 to August 16, aims to foster community involvement and provide educational […]
By Royan Abrams A two-week football training camp in New Amsterdam recently concluded, benefiting over 50 young football enthusiasts. The camp, which was held from July 29 to August 10, was organized by local businessman Andre Williams. Williams initiated the camp as part of his commitment to giving back to the community, specifically targeting the […]
In anticipation of the new school term starting in September, First Lady Arya Ali has facilitated the distribution of backpacks and school supplies to students in the Better Hope community. This initiative is aimed at providing essential resources to over a hundred students to help them prepare for their academic journey. During the distribution event, […]