By Onelicia Ramsammy In response to Guyana’s alarming rate of cardiovascular disease, the “Strengthening Our Cardiovascular Advocacy (SOCA)” project was officially launched this morning at the Windjammer Hotel in Georgetown. This initiative aims to address the high incidence of heart-related deaths in the country, which has the highest rate of cardiovascular disease-related deaths in CARICOM. […]
By Fabiana McKlmon The Ministry of Education’s Migrant Education Support Unit has launched an English as a Second Language (ESL) camp benefiting approximately 450 migrant children aged eight to eleven. The camp, which began on July 15, aims to support the integration of migrant children into the education system by addressing language barriers. Fabiana McKlmon […]
The Guyana Police Force’s Traffic Department has significantly improved its capacity and response times by integrating social media and traffic cameras into its operations. Traffic Chief Mahendra Singh reported a noticeable decrease in both serious and minor traffic incidents compared to 2023. The department has been leveraging WhatsApp groups and license plate recognition cameras to […]
The General Secretary of the PPP/C, Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, has highlighted how targeted government policy interventions have alleviated the impact of rising living costs in Guyana. Drawing parallels with the ongoing Republican Convention in the U.S., Dr. Jagdeo pointed out that the challenge of increasing living costs is a global issue, not unique to Guyana. […]
The community of Mahdia has recently celebrated the inauguration of its first fun park and outdoor gym, a $70 million project generously donated by Cabana Marketing and Fantasy Sports. The official handover of the facility took place on Wednesday, marking a significant enhancement in recreational amenities for the residents of the mining town. The new […]
Recent reports from the Ministry of Health indicate a continued decline in tuberculosis (TB) cases in Guyana. Health Minister Dr. Frank Anthony has highlighted that the number of annual TB cases has decreased from approximately 500 to fewer than 300 as of the previous year. This positive trend is attributed to effective interventions and enhanced […]
Significant strides are being made in educational development for Indigenous communities in Region Ten. The Ministry of Education has initiated two major projects aimed at improving school infrastructure in the region. At 58 Miles, Barron’s Exclusive has been awarded a contract worth $37,651,350 to construct a new primary school. This project is set to replace […]
Boat owners and captains in Muritaro and Malali, Region Ten, have received official licenses and certifications for operating their vessels. The distribution was overseen by Minister of Public Works, Bishop Juan Edghill, and Capt. Stephen Thomas, Director General of the Maritime Administration Department (MARAD). This initiative fulfills a promise made by President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan […]
Moruca Region One has recently marked a significant advancement in digital connectivity with the inauguration of a new ICT Hub in Kamwatta and the launch of Star Link Free Public high-speed internet. This development, spearheaded by Prime Minister Brig. Mark Phillips, reflects a major step forward in enhancing digital access for residents in Guyana’s remote […]
By Fabiana McKlmon The Ministry of Health, in collaboration with the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), recently conducted a comprehensive workshop aimed at training health workers on a newly introduced influenza information management system. This initiative is viewed as a major advancement in enhancing the quality of healthcare services in Guyana. The three-day workshop was […]