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Capoey, Essequibo Coast, Region Two Welcomes New $11M Well for Potable Water

By Josiah Williams Residents in Capoey, Essequibo Coast, Region Two, are celebrating newfound access to potable water with the completion of a new 11 million-dollar well. The commissioning of the well on Wednesday marked a significant milestone for the close to 550 residents of Capoey, representing 96 percent of the community’s population. Prior to this […]

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Early Detection Vital in Fight Against Childhood Cancer, Says WHO

February 15th marked International Childhood Cancer Day, a global observance highlighting the importance of early detection and treatment in combating cancer among children. In this NCN Health report, sponsored by Essential Care Pharmacy and GTM Insurance, we delve into the significance of early detection in the battle against childhood cancer. According to the World Health […]

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Agriculture Minister Engages Corentyne Communities on Budget Benefits

By Saskia Warrick Continuing its efforts to communicate the advantages of the 2024 budget, the government has been actively engaging residents across the country. Minister of Agriculture, Zulfikar Mustapha, embarked on a visit to several communities in the Corentyne, Berbice region on Tuesday as part of this initiative. During the outreach, Minister Mustapha unveiled plans […]

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Itabac Well Commissioned, Bringing Potable Water Access to Hundreds

By Josiah Williams In a significant development for the residents of Itabac in the North Pakaraimas region of Region 8, over 250 individuals now have access to potable water with the commissioning of a new well. Itabac, a community nestled in the North Pakaraimas region of Region 8, has marked a milestone with the commissioning […]

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Minister Kwame McCoy Engages Region 3 Residents, Promises Development in 2024 Budget

By Samuel Gillis Minister Kwame McCoy, from the Office of the Prime Minister, held discussions with residents of several communities in Region 3, accompanied by Regional Vice Chairman Omesh Satyanand. During the meetings in Recht-door-zee and Lust-en-rust, Minister McCoy and Vice Chairman Satyanand listened to the concerns of residents and outlined the government’s efforts to […]

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Minister Sukhai Highlights Government Progress in Parfaite Harmonie

By Samuel Gillis Minister of Amerindian Affairs, Pauline Sukhai, brought a message of government accomplishments and ongoing initiatives to the residents of Region Three during her visit to Parfaite Harmonie. During her visit, Minister Sukhai emphasized the government’s commitment to unity and inclusivity, aiming to build Guyana on the foundation of diversity and harmony. “Our […]

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Education Minister Announces Rehabilitation of Hinterland Dormitories

By Delicia Janneire Education Minister Priya Manickchand has disclosed plans for the rehabilitation of several dormitories in the hinterland regions this year, emphasizing the government’s commitment to providing adequate and standard accommodations for students. Speaking on the EduFM radio program, Minister Manickchand revealed that some of the dormitories slated for rehabilitation are carry-over projects from […]

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US$13M Port Mourant Oil & Gas Facility Provides World-Class Training in Guyana

By Royan Abrams President Dr. Irfaan Ali has inaugurated a US$13 million Facility Simulator in Port Mourant, Berbice, aimed at providing world-class certification to Guyanese individuals trained there. This state-of-the-art facility marks a significant step in enhancing the country’s technical and competency-based skills training, particularly in the rapidly growing oil and gas industry. During the […]

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Prostate Cancer Deaths Outpace Other Cancers, Prompting Health Officials to Intensify Support

By Nakasia Logan In response to rising prostate cancer-related deaths surpassing those from other cancers, the Ministry of Health is intensifying efforts to bridge the gap between cancer diagnosis and treatment. Minister of Health, Dr. Frank Anthony, underscored this initiative during a Cancer Fair held at the ministry’s Brickdam Road compound in observance of World […]

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Justice Education Society Collaborates with Health Ministry to Combat Gender-Based Violence

By Nakasia Logan In a significant move to support justice for survivors of sexual assault in Guyana, the Justice Education Society of Canada has partnered with the Ministry of Health to donate 300 Sexual Assault Evidence Collection Kits. These kits are vital for collecting DNA evidence from victims of sexual assault, ensuring that the evidence […]

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