By Samuel Sukhnandan Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo has addressed concerns regarding the government’s integration strategy for migrants from Venezuela, emphasizing that the majority of those arriving are Guyanese or descendants of Guyanese. With the influx of over 30,000 migrants from Venezuela into Guyana, concerns have been raised about the government’s approach to reintegrating them […]
By Samuel Gillis Over 100 young individuals hailing from Regions Two and Three celebrated a significant milestone as they graduated from various technical skill programs offered by the Board of Industrial Training (BIT). At the graduation ceremony held at the Essequibo Technical Institute, 121 youths proudly received certifications in welding and fabrication, electrical installation, motor […]
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 […]