President Dr. Irfaan Ali conducted an early morning inspection of the ongoing construction of the Wharf in Wales, West Bank Demerara. The wharf, crucial for supporting the Gas-to-Energy project, has reached an impressive 80 percent completion rate. During his visit, the Head of State also assessed the site earmarked for the gas-to-energy plant. He received […]
By Fabiana Mcklmon, NCN News In a momentous event for the Guyanese film industry, the one hundred percent Guyanese documentary, “The March Onwards,” was ceremoniously launched at MovieTowne. This collaborative endeavor, brought to life by REEL Guyana, The Guyana Marine Conservation Society, and the Republic Bank’s “Power to Make a Difference” initiative, promises to be […]
DuraVilla Inc’s ambitious project to establish an Urban Eco-lodge community, comprising 30 luxury wooden homes, is on the brink of completion. Situated on a two-acre expanse, the development boasts locally sourced wood and an array of flora, ensuring an immersive eco-lodge experience. Rafeek Khan, Owner of DuraVilla Homes Inc, shared with NCN News that the […]
TrueSelph, a groundbreaking project driven by Artificial Intelligence (AI), has emerged as a harbinger of AI adoption in Guyana. Developed by a dedicated Guyanese team led by Eldon Marks, the project aims to create personalized AI-powered digital avatars that can interact with individuals and groups. Eldon Marks, the founder of V75, the company behind TrueSelph, […]
The Ministry of Human Services and Social Security is taking steps to facilitate easier access to Old Age Pensions for residents in remote areas and hinterlands. This initiative comes in response to concerns raised by pensioners from far-flung communities along the Demerara and Berbice Rivers regarding the challenges of traveling long distances to access their […]
The Brazilian government has expressed its full support for the International Court of Justice (ICJ) process in resolving the Guyana-Venezuela border controversy. This affirmation was conveyed during a virtual meeting between Guyana’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Hugh Todd, and his Brazilian counterpart, Mauro Vieira. Minister Todd reiterated Guyana’s commitment to a peaceful […]
The Ministry of Agriculture has officially commissioned a state-of-the-art model farm at Fort Wellington, Region 5, at a cost of $16.3 million. This model farm, set to be replicated in every region, aims to promote the adoption of good agricultural practices and modern technologies to enhance productivity for both livestock and cash crop farmers. The […]
Concerns have emerged over potential delays in the Linden to Mabura road project, according to Minister of Public Works, Juan Edghill. The contractor had committed to completing the first 10 kilometers by the end of September, which may now be in jeopardy due to the timeline. Minister Edghill revealed that preparations to apply asphalt on […]
Preparatory works for the expansion of the Corentyne Highway to a four-lane road have begun in Region Six. This ambitious project includes the construction of four-lane bridges spanning from Palmyra to Brighton village. Leslie Halley, the foreman of the project from Kares Engineering Inc., assured that traffic flow is being managed effectively, with vehicles directed […]
The University of Guyana Student’s Society (UGSS) internship project, facilitated through President Irfaan Ali’s Agriculture and Innovation Entrepreneurship Programme (AIEP), is proving to be a success. UGSS President Shaquan Gill reports that approximately 20 students have gained practical agricultural skills for commercial purposes through this initiative. The AIEP, conceptualized two years ago, aims to encourage […]