By Josiah Williams The 25% by 2025 food security agenda for Guyana and CARICOM is poised to be a landmark achievement, according to Dennis Francis, President of the United Nations General Assembly. Speaking at the conclusion of his four-day visit to Guyana, Francis expressed strong confidence in the initiative’s success and its potential impact on […]
By Josiah Williams As tensions escalate in Venezuela, Dennis Francis, President of the United Nations General Assembly, has called for constructive dialogue to address the country’s political turmoil. Speaking at a media briefing, Francis expressed the UN’s readiness to mediate discussions if invited by Venezuelan authorities. “The UN promotes elections and would be willing, I’m […]
By Fabiana Mcklmon The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) continues its efforts to enhance the quality of life for persons with disabilities worldwide, as highlighted by Dennis Francis, President of the UN General Assembly. Speaking on the program Disability and You, Francis stressed the organization’s ongoing work to address the needs of people with mental, […]
By Fabiana Mcklmon Guyana is set to become the first country in the Caribbean to conduct human leukocyte antigen (HLA) testing for organ transplants. The announcement was made by Minister of Health, Dr. Frank Anthony, during a recent media engagement. Currently, the country sends samples for HLA testing abroad, specifically to Miami. However, the Ministry […]
President Dr. Irfaan Ali outlined the government’s targeted initiatives to counteract the impact of global food price increases and alleviate the cost of living for Guyanese in his national address on Friday evening. He attributed the surge in global food prices and related costs to disruptions caused by the Russian-Ukraine war and the global pandemic. […]
The English as a Second Language (ESL) camp, which supported approximately 450 migrant children, concluded today with a funday event. Organized by the Migrant Education Support Unit of the Ministry of Education, the camp aimed to improve English language skills among migrant children through engaging games and recreational activities. Over the two-week program, participants demonstrated […]
Guyana’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Carolyn Rodrigues, has expressed concerns that the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) set for achievement by 2030 are unlikely to be met. She highlighted that only 17% of the goals have been achieved so far, largely due to the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and the ongoing conflict […]
By Saskia Warrick Guyana’s innovative Shade House Programme has demonstrated remarkable resilience, even in the face of natural disasters. Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha shared this positive update in an interview with NCN. Launched in 2022, the Shade House Programme has significantly boosted agricultural productivity in Guyana, yielding high-value crops and attracting interest from regional partners, […]
By Samuel Gillis In a distinguished event hosted by British High Commissioner to Guyana, Jane Miller, President Dr. Irfaan Ali highlighted the enduring and productive relationship between Guyana and the United Kingdom. The celebration, which took place in honor of His Majesty King Charles III’s birth anniversary, underscored the commitment of both nations to advancing […]
By Tracey Liverpool Bosai Minerals is set to commence transporting bauxite using major vessels through the Demerara River to international waters, following recent approval from the Ministry of Public Works. Minister Juan Edghill announced the green light for these operations during a recent visit to Linden. The new initiative will see Bosai utilizing two self-propelled […]