By Shawnette Fiedtkou The Linden Hospital’s Ambulance Station has undergone a significant transformation, with a brand-new building recently inaugurated by Minister of Health Dr. Frank Anthony. The ceremony, marked by a ribbon-cutting event, was attended by Regional Health Officer Dr. Gregory Harris and Regional Executive Officer Dwight John. The reconstruction project, which commenced after the […]
By Fabiana Mcklmon Residents of Kamarang in Region Seven, along with neighboring villages, have experienced a significant healthcare breakthrough with the completion of a series of surgeries at the newly established surgical theatre in the Upper Mazaruni District Hospital. The surgical team successfully performed eight procedures, including gallstone and hernia removals, benefiting residents from Paruima, […]
By Saskia Warrick The recent signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Ministry of Amerindian Affairs and Global Affairs Canada for the five-year Empowering the Next Generation Agency and Gender Equality Project aims to empower Indigenous youth, particularly women, in Regions One, Seven, Eight, and Nine through life-skills education, applied training, and grant […]
By Delicia Janniere Recover Guyana took a significant step in its environmental-focused movement with the launch of the SHOUT 2.0 competition at the Ramada Princess Hotel. Secondary school students in Grades 9 and 10 nationwide now have the opportunity to participate in the SHOUT competition, where they can propose and implement sustainable environmental projects within […]
By Nakasia Logan Over 150 participants from across all regions of Guyana are embarking on an enriching journey as the Media and Communications Academy launches its two-month intensive training program. The opening of the fourth training session saw attendees expressing their eagerness to absorb knowledge and skills in the dynamic field of media and communication. […]
By Fabiana McKlmon The $1.9 billion project at Bachelor’s Adventure, East Coast Demerara, is currently around 30 percent complete. Minister of Housing and Water, Collin Croal, along with engineers from Guyana Water Inc, recently visited the project site to inspect the progress. The project includes the installation of three new filters, a contact tank, storage […]
Regional Executive Officers (REOs) from all ten administrative regions recently participated in a training session organized by the Ministry of Amerindian Affairs. The training session, attended by REOs who will serve as Returning Officers (ROs) for the upcoming Amerindian Village Council elections, aimed to ensure proper oversight and conduct of the electoral process. Minister of […]
The Environmental Health Department of the Ministry of Health, Region Ten, conducted an awareness exercise outside the Linden Enterprise Network (LEN) Building, focusing on sanitation, vector control, and environmental issues. Regional Environmental Officer Carla Edwards highlighted the importance of the exercise in raising awareness among Linden residents about proper sanitation practices and vector control. She […]
By Delecia Janniere President Irfaan Ali has called upon medical professionals to prioritize clearing the backlog of health issues affecting the country, particularly those impacting women and children. At an engagement with medical professionals at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre (ACCC), President Ali emphasized the importance of collaborative efforts to identify key areas with backlogs […]
By Nakasia Logan In a significant move towards fostering inclusivity and economic empowerment, the government of Guyana, through the Small Business Bureau (SBB), has distributed grants totaling $500,000 to persons living with disabilities (PWD). The initiative, aimed at supporting PWDs in expanding or establishing their businesses while enhancing their entrepreneurial skills, marks a crucial step […]