By Josiah Williams The Guiana Shield Strategic Dialogue, aimed at safeguarding one of South America’s most vital eco-regions, commenced at the Guyana Marriott with Prime Minister Mark Phillips emphasizing the critical need for collaboration. In his address, Prime Minister Phillips stressed the urgency for robust discussions and collective action to ensure the preservation of the […]
In a bid to strengthen bilateral ties and foster economic growth, the Guyana Office for Investment (Go-Invest) has encouraged businesses from Guyana and Trinidad and Tobago to collaborate rather than compete. The two-day trade mission organized by the Trinidadian Chamber of Commerce to Guyana aims to facilitate the expansion of connections, market reach, and the […]
By Eric Collymore With less than 100 days remaining until the summer Olympic Games in Paris, France, the French Embassy, in collaboration with the Guyana Olympic Association and UNICEF, inaugurated a public exhibition at the National Library. Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips attended the exhibition’s official launch, emphasizing the significance of Guyanese athletes representing […]
By Eric Collymore Trinidad and Tobago Prime Minister Dr. Keith Rowley emphasized the pressing need for improved management skills both on and off the cricket field during his address at the opening ceremony of the CARICOM cricket conference. Dr. Rowley underscored the growing impatience within the region regarding the state of West Indies cricket, prompting […]
By Eric Collymore Today, the heads of several Caribbean nations convened in Trinidad for a regional cricket conference focused on the theme of “Reinvigorating West Indies Cricket.” This initiative arose from the last CARICOM heads’ meeting, where it was collectively decided to explore the business trajectory of the sport. President Dr. Irfaan Ali delivered an […]
In a recent statement, Dr. Tedros Ghebreyesus, Chief of the World Health Organization (WHO), emphasized the critical role of immunization in global health. Dr. Tedros underscored that immunization stands as the single most effective health strategy for ensuring healthy lives, from infancy to adulthood. The WHO’s Essential Programme of Immunization (EPI) has enabled millions worldwide […]
By Samuel Gillis Guyana is gearing up to host its first-ever Cuban-Latin American festival, “Fiesta Cubana,” aimed at celebrating the vibrant tapestry of Latin American culture while fostering travel and cross-cultural interaction. Scheduled to take place on May 5 at Georgetown’s Promenade Gardens, the event promises attendees a day filled with Latin American cuisine, beverages, […]
By Josiah Williams In a remarkable display of solidarity, Guyanese citizens have collectively donated over $110.8 million to support Palestinian refugees through the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA). Facilitated by the Central Islamic Organisation of Guyana (CIOG), the Muslim Youth Organisation (MYO), and the Guyana Islamic Trust (GIT), this fundraising […]
By Saskia Warrick Guyana’s commitment to fostering Indigenous Tourism has garnered international recognition at the 4th edition of the World Travel Market Latin America Responsible Tourism Awards. The country received the prestigious award in the category of ‘Best Initiatives for Indigenous Communities and/or Traditional Communities.’ This acknowledgment highlights Guyana’s efforts to reshape its tourism sector […]
By Delicia Janniere The Protected Areas Commission (PAC) unveiled the National Park Zoning Plan and initiated stakeholders’ engagement in a bid to enhance the National Park’s role as a hub for family recreation, fitness, health, and wellness. Under the newly introduced zoning approach, several areas within the National Park, previously underutilized, are earmarked for development. […]