By Royan Abrams Staff from several Neighborhood Democratic Councils (NDCs) and Town Councils across Regions Five and Six are undergoing training to become volunteer firefighters. This initiative aims to train at least four employees from each local authority area to serve within their respective communities, enhancing firefighting capacity at the local level. Upon completion of […]
By Royan Abrams The Ministry of Health has launched its Dental Assistant Training Programme in Region Six, with twenty participants enrolled from various communities including Orealla, Siparuta, and Baracara. This initiative is part of the government’s efforts to decentralize dental services and improve access to oral health care across the country. The launch event, held […]
By Nakasia Logan June 25 marks the annual Day of the Seafarers, a day dedicated to recognizing the hard work and sacrifices of those who navigate the seas to keep global trade flowing smoothly. This year, a seminar was held at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre to honor these essential workers. The event highlighted the […]
Teachers in Linden, who had been on strike for over two months, resumed classes today following an agreement between the Guyana Teachers’ Union and the Ministry of Education last Friday. NCN cameras visited several schools in Makenzie and Wismar, where a significant turnout of teachers was observed, although student attendance was reported to be low. […]
By Shawnette Fiedtkou The Linden Hospital Complex (LHC) is currently celebrating Rehabilitation Week 2024 with the theme “Transformative Triumphs.” Activities for the week were inaugurated this morning at the hospital’s rehabilitation department. Rehabilitation Week this year focuses on honoring the transformative successes achieved by individuals through their rehabilitation journeys. It aims to highlight the significance […]
By Josiah Williams Santa Aratack residents can look forward to a transformed community as President Dr. Irfaan Ali unveiled plans during a recent visit. President Ali outlined several projects aimed at enhancing Santa Aratack, including new agricultural programs focused on honey, coconut, and citrus production. He highlighted the planting of 500 coconut trees and over […]
By Josiah Williams President Dr. Irfaan Ali announced a significant housing expansion initiative at Wales on the West Bank of Demerara, aimed at benefiting 20,000 families as part of the government’s ongoing housing expansion program. During a community engagement session in Leonora and surrounding Region 3 communities, President Ali highlighted that the development at Wales […]
By Josiah Williams Demerara Distillers Limited (DDL) marked the 50th anniversary of CARICOM by gifting President Dr. Irfaan Ali with a unique rum blend at State House today. This gesture reflects DDL’s commitment to supporting regional integration through its renowned spirits. Joining 12 other distillers from the West Indies Rum and Spirits Producers Association (WIRSPA), […]
By Fabiana McKlmon In a significant boost to healthcare infrastructure, a state-of-the-art Oxygen Generation Plant has been commissioned at the Lethem Regional Hospital in Region Nine. This vital addition, valued at 500,000 US dollars, was made possible through a generous donation from the United States government. The newly installed oxygen generator is poised to revolutionize […]
By Fabiana McKlmon As Guyana observes Rehab Week, Audiological Practitioner Donalda Benn emphasizes the critical importance of protecting one’s hearing, a disability that can impact individuals across all ages and backgrounds. Hearing loss can stem from various factors, with age and exposure to loud noise being the most common culprits. Signs of hearing loss include […]