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Government Investments Transform Lives in Karasabai and Surrounding Villages

By Celestine ChaconNovember 18, 2024 Residents of Karasabai and neighboring villages in the South Pakaraimas, Region Nine, have commended the government for spearheading significant development projects aimed at improving the quality of life in their communities. Key initiatives have focused on enhancing road infrastructure, expanding healthcare facilities, and increasing access to reliable electricity. These projects […]

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CIOG Collaborates with Partners to Host Health Fair in Linden

By Jacquey Bourne | November 18, 2024 The Central Islamic Organisation of Guyana (CIOG), in collaboration with Humanity First, the International Organization for Migration (IOM), and the US Embassy, hosted a health fair on Sunday at the Mosque in Silvercity, Wismar, Linden. The initiative marked a return to community outreach after a two-year hiatus and […]

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GCAA Conducts Emergency Drill at Eugene F. Correira Airport

November 16, 2024 The Guyana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) successfully conducted a full-scale emergency exercise at the Eugene F. Correira International Airport on Friday. This drill, which is held every two years, aims to test and improve the airport’s preparedness to handle potential emergency scenarios effectively. The exercise simulated an incident involving an ATR 72 […]

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Land Ownership Process Begins for Section E Non-Pariel Residents

By Celestine Chacon | November 16, 2024 Approximately 80 residents of Section E Non-Pariel, East Coast Demerara, are set to benefit from the government’s land regularization initiative. Many of these residents have lived in the area for over 20 years without formal ownership documents, leaving them unable to access proper titles for their homes. Minister […]

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GPF Working to Address Rising Crime in Region Six

By Nakasia Logan | November 15, 2024 The Guyana Police Force (GPF) is intensifying efforts to combat the rising crime rate in Region Six, with a series of targeted measures aimed at reducing criminal activity. This was revealed by Crime Chief Wendell Blanhum during the launch of the Christmas policing plan. Blanhum highlighted that, for […]

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Patients Praise Dialysis Support Programme for Lifesaving Impact

November 15, 2024 The government’s Dialysis Support Programme has been instrumental in improving the accessibility of dialysis treatment across Guyana. By extending services to Regions 2, 4, 6, and 10, the program has reduced the need for patients to travel to Georgetown for treatment, making life-saving care more accessible to individuals in need. Each dialysis […]

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600 Lindeners Receive House Lots in ‘Dreams Realized’ Housing Project

By Jacquey Bourne | November 15, 2024 The Ministry of Housing and Water’s Dreams Realized Housing project took a significant step forward as six hundred Linden residents were allocated house lots at Plantation Wismar. The ceremony was held at the Christiansburg Community Centre Ground, marking an important development for Region Ten. Sherwyn Greaves, Chief Executive […]

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President Irfaan Ali Leads Rebuilding Efforts in Karasabai After Devastating Storm

By Celestine Chacon | November 15, 2024 In a swift response to the devastation caused by a storm in Karasabai, Region Nine, President Irfaan Ali, leading the “Men on Mission” team, has initiated the rebuilding of the affected village. The storm, which struck the area last week, left 22 homes destroyed and many families without […]

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PAHO and CARICOM Host Stakeholder Consultation on New Subregional Health Cooperation Strategy

By Celestine Chacon | November 15, 2024 A Multisectoral and Stakeholder Consultation aimed at developing a new PAHO (Pan American Health Organization) Subregional Cooperation Strategy was held recently at the CARICOM Secretariat in Georgetown. The consultation, which brought together health professionals and representatives from various Caribbean entities, addressed the region’s health challenges, including infectious and […]

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NCERD Hosts Successful Three-Day Social Studies Exhibition to Boost Secondary Education

November 13, 2024 The National Centre for Educational Resource Development (NCERD) concluded its three-day Social Studies exhibition today, aimed at enhancing the teaching and learning of Social Studies, Geography, and Caribbean History at the secondary level. The exhibition was designed to provide innovative resources and methods to improve student performance while fostering critical thinking and […]

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