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 […]
Elizabeth Riley, Executive Director of the Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency (CDEMA), underscored the urgent need for enhanced regional resilience to mitigate the impacts of natural disasters, while noting that it is imperative to bolster preparedness efforts following the devastation caused by Hurricane Beryl across several Caribbean states. Despite proactive measures, Hurricane Beryl exposed the […]
The Civil Defence Commission (CDC) and the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) are preparing to send additional relief supplies to Grenada following Hurricane Beryl. This initiative forms part of Guyana’s ongoing efforts to assist Caribbean nations affected by the recent hurricane. According to Patrice Wishart, Public Information Officer of the CDC, the upcoming shipment, scheduled to […]
Hurricane Beryl’s destructive impact across several Caribbean nations has dealt a severe blow to the region’s agriculture sector, significantly undermining CARICOM’s goal of reducing the food import bill by 25% by 2025. The hurricane swept through Saint Vincent & the Grenadines, Grenada, Dominica, Barbados, and Jamaica, causing unprecedented devastation, particularly to agriculture. President Irfaan Ali, […]
In response to the devastating impact of Hurricane Beryl across the Caribbean, Guyana has dispatched its second assistance package to support its neighboring countries. NCN’s Nakasia Logan reported from the Friendship Wharf, where the humanitarian aid shipment departed for St. Vincent and the Grenadines. The relief supplies include essential medical kits, food, water, building materials, […]
In response to the devastation caused by Hurricane Beryl, Guyana has initiated air transport support to deliver rescue teams to the most affected islands. Executive Director of the Caribbean Disaster and Emergency Management Agency (CDEMA), Elizabeth Riley, provided an update on the ongoing efforts. Initial assessments have identified St. Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) and […]
Guyana and the United States have reaffirmed their dedication to enhancing trade relations, mutual development, and integrating security services between the two nations. President Dr. Irfaan Ali underscored this commitment during a reception commemorating the upcoming Independence Anniversary of the United States at Pegasus Suites. President Ali highlighted the pivotal role of the United States […]