By Fabiana McKlmon Parents of children attending Bel Air Nursery and Primary School and Goorasammy Royal College successfully received their 45,000-dollar cash grants. The distribution process was overseen by Minister of Tourism, Industry, and Commerce, Oneidge Walrond. Early in the morning, parents and guardians gathered at Bel Air Primary School to receive the cash grant, […]
In recognition of Cataract Awareness Month 2024, Dr. Ajit Kumar Jain emphasizes the critical role of detecting and treating cataracts early to maintain optimal eye health. Cataracts, which cause clouding of the eye’s lens, can significantly impair vision. Dr. Jain explains that symptoms such as reduced contrast sensitivity, sensitivity to glare (photophobia), seeing halos around […]
Today, the Ethnic Relations Commission (ERC), in collaboration with the United Nations, launched a comprehensive Countering Hate Speech campaign aimed at mitigating and eliminating hate speech, particularly prevalent on social media platforms and often based on ethnic and political affiliations. The initiative coincides with the observance of the International Day for Countering Hate Speech. Deputy […]
The New Amsterdam Secondary School has been honored for its outstanding delivery of the Caribbean Vocational Qualification (CVQ) programme, achieving recognition from the Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC) as a model institution. A ceremony held at the school celebrated this significant milestone, highlighting its pivotal role in vocational education within the region. Regional Education Officer Sattish […]
The government has unveiled its $840 million Eye Testing and Spectacles Programme, set to benefit hundreds of thousands of Guyanese. The launch ceremony took place at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre, where Health Minister Dr. Frank Anthony detailed the initiative’s benefits and implementation strategy. The programme will distribute vouchers through regional bodies, ministries, and other […]
By Fabiana McKlmon The Men on Mission (MoM) initiative, launched by President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali to support vulnerable individuals, has provided a new two-bedroom home to Famiada Kumar, a 69-year-old resident of the Grove squatting area on the East Bank of Demerara. Kumar, who has faced significant financial and personal challenges throughout her life, […]
By Delicia Janneire The Comprehensive Child and Youth Health Programme (CYHP), initiated in August 2023, has made substantial strides toward its objective of screening at least 27,000 nursery school children. Health Minister Dr. Frank Anthony provided an update, revealing that nearly 20,000 children have been screened so far. The CYHP aims to identify and address […]
By Royan Abrams The Men on Mission (MOM) Father’s Day Walk organized by the Regional Democratic Council in Region Six was hailed as a significant success, underscoring the community’s commitment to positive involvement. The event, an initiative by President Mohamed Irfaan Ali, commenced on Sunday morning from the Canje Bridge, concluding at the New Amsterdam […]
By Delicia Janneire Prime Minister Mark Phillips reiterated the government’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding workers’ rights during the commemoration of the 76th anniversary of the Enmore Martyrs at the monument site on Sunday. The Enmore Martyrs Day commemorates a tragic incident in 1948, where five sugar plantation workers were fatally shot during a peaceful strike […]
By Samuel Gillis Healthcare workers who responded to the Mahdia Secondary School dormitory fire over a year ago were honored at a recent award ceremony held at the Police Officer Mess, Eve Leary. During the ceremony, Dr. Ravindra Dudhnauth, Deputy Director of Regional Health Services, vividly recalled the night of the fire, emphasizing the chaos […]