By Delicia Janniere Today marked the beginning of the second National Grade Six Assessment (NGSA) mock exam across the country. Delicia Janneire visited St. Gabriel’s Primary School and spoke with several students about their experiences with the exam. Shaheed Mohamed expressed that the exam was good, though not overly challenging, but still tricky. Ilyanna Nobrega […]
President Dr. Irfaan Ali has announced plans for the University of Guyana to establish the National Defence Institute (NDI), aimed at enhancing security education and training in the western hemisphere. The initiative follows the university’s receipt of the 2023 Perry Award for Excellence in Security and Defence Education from the William J. Perry Centre. The […]
The University of Guyana Law Society recently organized its first inter-school moot competition, marking a return after a two-year hiatus as part of the faculty’s law week observances. The inaugural competition saw sixth form students from various schools showcasing their public speaking and advocacy skills, portraying themselves as budding attorneys. Participating schools included President’s College, […]
By Delicia Janniere The Georgetown Public Hospital (GPHC) has achieved a significant milestone by receiving certification as the first Designated Kidney Transplant Centre in Guyana. This accreditation, granted in accordance with the Human Organ and Tissue Transplant Act of 2022, marks a pivotal moment in the country’s healthcare landscape. The certification ceremony took place at […]
By Tracy Liverpool In tonight’s NCN Health report sponsored by Essential Care Pharmacy and GTM Insurance, the World Health Organization (WHO) is calling for concerted action to fulfill the commitments made to end tuberculosis (TB). Despite significant strides in combating TB since 2000, with an estimated 75 million lives saved globally, the COVID-19 pandemic, along […]
By Shawnette Feidkou The Board of Industrial Training (BIT) is gearing up to launch its training programmes for 2024 in April, with a focus on Region 10. As preparations are underway, a new list of training opportunities will be announced by the end of this month. More Guyanese residing in Region 10 will have the […]
By Saskia Warrick The Ministry of Education has launched two new series of textbooks in Social Studies and Mathematics for primary school learners, aiming to provide every child with the necessary resources for their education. This initiative is part of ongoing efforts to modernize the education sector and ensure access to world-class education. The “Social […]
By Tracy Liverpool In an effort to promote healthy living and address medical needs in the Linden community, the Health and Education Relief Organization (HERO) has commenced its 2024 medical outreach program. Led by a dedicated team of twenty medical professionals, HERO aims to provide essential healthcare services to residents across the region. The outreach […]
By Saskia Warrick The two-day Women in Law Enforcement Summit, held at the Officers’ Training Centre, concluded with a focus on “Inspiring Inclusion, Advancing Women in Law Enforcement,” advocates for inclusivity and advancement. Deputy Commissioner Calvin Brutus highlighted the significant progress made by women in law enforcement, acknowledging their strength, resilience, and commitment to citizen […]
By Delicia Janniere Minister of Human Services and Social Security, Dr. Vindhya Persaud, has announced the return of the ‘Women’s Entrepreneurs: We lead, we innovate, we flourish together’ expo this April, with over 250 women-owned businesses expected to participate. Delicia Janneire brings us the details. Scheduled for April 20th to 21st at the National Aquatic […]