In a significant milestone for technical vocational education, over 200 students have successfully graduated from the Caribbean Vocational Qualification (CVQ) and Secondary Competence Certificate Programme (SCCP) in Guyana. This marks the inaugural batch of graduates from the CVQ program, reflecting Guyana’s commitment to skills development and technical vocational education and training (TVET) as the nation […]
On World AIDS Day 2023, the Pan Caribbean Partnership against HIV and AIDS (PANCAP) hosted a program under the theme “Let Communities Lead” at the CARICOM Secretariat. In a gathering at the CARICOM Secretariat, Deputy Secretary-General of CARICOM, Dr. Armstrong Alexis, addressed the audience, highlighting the persistent challenges of HIV/AIDS despite significant strides in medical […]
In a significant milestone, over 200 students have graduated from the Caribbean Vocational Qualification (CVQ) and Secondary Competence Certificate Programme (SCCP). This marks the first batch of students to complete the CVQ programme in Guyana. The graduation ceremony celebrated the achievements of students who completed courses in various areas, including agriculture science, furniture making, electrical […]
In a continued effort to raise awareness and engage the youth in understanding the Guyana/Venezuela border controversy, a panel discussion and public awareness session were conducted at The Bishops’ High School. Students from various schools, including Brickdam, Lodge, St. Roses High, and Campbeville Secondary Schools, participated in the event. The panelists for this session included […]
Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) has achieved a remarkable feat by successfully performing a kidney transplant on a seven-year-old girl, Angelica Soamnauth. This makes her the youngest patient in the Caribbean to undergo such a procedure, breaking the weight limit barrier of 20kg. Angelica was diagnosed with the final stage of kidney failure last year […]
As part of a united effort involving government members, opposition representatives, and civil society, education on the border controversy is being taken to schools nationwide. On Thursday, a panel engaged students at Queen’s College, providing insights into various aspects of the border controversy and the actions taken to address it. The panelists at Queen’s College […]
Guyana’s Health Minister, Dr. Frank Anthony, has announced plans to partner with European companies to acquire technical machinery and tools crucial for the healthcare sector. The move aims to enhance the country’s healthcare infrastructure and provide essential technologies for a world-class healthcare system. With 350 health posts, 22 district hospitals, and 10 regional hospitals in […]
Two senior teachers from Wisburg Secondary School in Region 10 have emerged as top performers in the National Centre For Education Resource Development’s (NCERD) Education Management Certificate Course. This two-year course saw successful completion by a total of twenty senior teachers. The eleventh Certificate Course in Education Management, conducted by the National Centre for Education […]
MC’s Educational Institute, a private learning institution, is celebrating its performance in the Caribbean Secondary Examinations (CSEC) and is committed to further enhancements. The school’s administrator, Marcia Craig, spoke about their achievements and aspirations. Over the years, MC’s Educational Institute has demonstrated significant progress in CSEC, consistently surpassing the 50 percent pass rate. Craig mentioned […]
Local and international experts have convened at the University of Guyana for the Gold Mining in Guyana Conference, with a primary focus on mitigating the use of mercury. The two-day conference brings together experts, researchers, and policymakers in the mining sector to address and discuss ways to mitigate the adverse effects of mining and related […]