October 14, 2024 Isaac Thompson, a 63-year-old resident of Greenwich Park, East Bank Essequibo, received the keys to his new two-bedroom home over the weekend, thanks to the Men on Mission (MOM) initiative. Thompson’s previous house was destroyed by fire in June 2024, leaving him and his family of six living in cramped conditions. The […]
October 14, 2024 The Desert Flower Guyana Glow for Mental Health Out of the Shadows Awareness Walk took place on Saturday, attracting around 500 participants in a collective effort to promote mental health awareness. The event aimed to shift the conversation about mental health, bringing it out of the shadows and into the light. British […]
October 14, 2024 Hundreds of residents and farmers in Regions 5 and 6 are set to benefit from improved drainage and irrigation as the Ministry of Agriculture recently handed over five excavators to the Mahaica-Mahaicony-Abary Agricultural Development Authority (MMA/ADA). This equipment, worth millions, will enhance productivity and reduce flood risks in these agricultural communities. Two […]
October 14, 2024 Soil samples from the site of the Mackenzie-Wismar bridge project are currently being tested after concerns were raised about possible rare earth elements in the area. The issue was brought to attention by Mayor Sharma Solomon during a public stakeholder meeting on Saturday at the Watooka Guest House, where Minister of Public […]
October 14, 2024 During the commissioning of North West Secondary School in Region One, President Dr. Irfaan Ali highlighted his government’s commitment to education, revealing an annual investment of over $700,000 per child across the nation. This financial commitment, he explained, reflects the administration’s dedication to ensuring equal opportunities for all children, including those in […]
October 14, 2024 Recover Guyana, a local non-governmental organization, hosted a symposium titled “Pink Sunflower” at the National Library over the weekend. This event is part of the organization’s ongoing activities for Breast Cancer Awareness Month and aims to raise awareness and empower breast cancer survivors and their families. The symposium provided a platform for […]
October 14, 2024 As part of its 41st anniversary celebrations, the Guyana Prison Service hosted its annual ‘Prisoners in Concert’ event on Sunday at the National Cultural Centre, showcasing the government’s commitment to prisoner rehabilitation and reintegration. The concert featured performances by inmates and staff that addressed key social issues, including domestic violence, sexual harassment, […]
October 12, 2024 Vinay Punwa, a resident of Corentyne and recent graduate of Hugh Wooding Law School, was admitted to the bar this week in the Supreme Court of Judicature before Justice Priscilla Chandra-Hanif. Vinay, son of the Headteacher at Golden Grove Secondary, expressed that becoming a lawyer fulfills his lifelong passion, and he plans […]
October 12, 2024 Thirty-eight residents of Sophia have graduated from the Board of Industrial Training (BIT) program, enhancing their skills in various technical fields to improve their employment prospects. The graduation ceremony was held at the Georgetown Training Centre, where graduates received certifications in Welding and Fabrication, Electrical Installation, Plumbing, and Information Technology. Several graduates […]
October 12, 2024 As the Guyana Prison Service celebrates its 41st anniversary under the theme “Year of Transformation,” efforts to enhance rehabilitation programs for inmates and build capacity among prison officers are underway. This dual approach aims to create a more supportive environment for both inmates and staff, with a focus extending beyond infrastructure improvements […]