January 22, 2025 The Ministry of Tourism, Industry, and Commerce has highlighted the significant role women play in the small business sector, with over 54% of the ministry’s small business clients being women. Minister Oneidge Walrond shared these insights during a recent social media interview, emphasizing the ministry’s efforts to empower women in entrepreneurship. From […]
By Celestine Chacon | January 21, 2025 The 2025 national budget has earmarked $1.3 billion to enhance care facilities and create safe spaces for children, with a special focus on supporting working parents and single parents. This funding will facilitate the establishment of essential infrastructure aimed at providing secure environments for children while their parents […]
By Saskia Warrick | January 20, 2025 In light of a 21% contraction in the sugar industry, Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha has directed the management of the Guyana Sugar Corporation (Guysuco) to shift from a “bossing around” leadership style to a more collaborative approach with employees in order to enhance efficiency and meet production targets. […]
y Kimberly Giddings, NCN News | January 20, 2025 The University of Guyana (UG) has officially received institutional accreditation after 61 years of operation, marking a major milestone for the institution. The university successfully met 16 out of 17 required standards, a move that will allow credits earned at UG to be easily recognized by […]
By Celestine Chacon | January 20, 2025 Effective January 1, 2025, Guyana’s Old Age Pension has increased by 14%, moving from $36,000 to $41,000 per month. The adjustment, announced by Senior Minister of Finance Dr. Ashni Singh during the 2025 budget presentation, marks a continued effort to enhance financial stability for the country’s elderly population. […]
By Kimberly Giddings, January 18, 2025 Seventy-eight-year-old Berenda Bowman and her husband, John Bowman, are now the proud owners of a brand-new two-bedroom home, thanks to the Men on Mission (MoM) initiative. The couple, who previously lived in a deteriorating structure in South Ruimveldt, expressed overwhelming joy and gratitude upon receiving the keys. “I’m glad […]
By Radha Motielall, January 15, 2025 President Dr. Irfaan Ali continued his community engagement tour yesterday, visiting residents of Friendship and Garden of Eden, located along the East Bank of Demerara. The president’s visits are part of a series of consultations with citizens as his government prepares for the 2025 national budget. During his interactions […]
January 15, 2025 The much-anticipated distribution of the $35,000 cash grant for persons with permanent disabilities is set to begin next week, as announced by Minister of Human Services and Social Security, Dr. Vindhya Persaud. This one-off grant, part of the government’s ongoing efforts to support individuals with disabilities, is expected to benefit many across […]
By Delicia Janneire, January 15, 2025 The government is set to launch the Local Content App in February, aimed at making it easier for Guyanese to access information on job opportunities within the oil and gas sector. This initiative is part of the ongoing efforts to ensure that Guyanese are well-equipped and certified for roles […]
January 10, 2025 The Helping Hands Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) spread New Year joy to both senior citizens and children at the James Residence in West Watooka over the weekend. Chairperson Sherry Fyffe-James shared that the event, which was formerly hosted by the PPP/C Wismar Flat Group, now falls under Helping Hands, an organization that has […]