By Eric Collymore Bartica Secondary’s girls’ team showcased their dominance in the ExxonMobil Under-14 football tournament, securing a spot in the semifinals with a commanding performance at the Ministry of Education grounds over the weekend. Facing off against Marian Academy, Bartica Secondary initially fell behind to an early goal by Ashley Walton in the second […]
By Delicia Janneire Econome 3 concluded with enthusiastic feedback from attendees who gathered at the Marriott Hotel for a two-day event focused on knowledge sharing and networking in business. The conference, themed ‘Scale’, attracted a diverse audience from various sectors eager to enhance their business acumen. Participants, including Lexann McPhoy, praised the quality of discussions […]
By Travis Seymour Santos Football Club showcased their prowess in the KFC Elite League with a commanding 6-0 win against Ann’s Grove United over the weekend. The match was marked by impressive performances and a flurry of goals from Santos players. Ryan Dowding opened the scoring for Santos in the 9th minute, setting the pace […]
By Travis Seymour Following Guyana’s defeat to Trinidad and Tobago at the GDF ground in Camp Ayanganna, Guyana Rugby Football Union (GRFU) President Ryan Dey expressed disappointment and acknowledged the need for strategic reassessment for the country’s 15s team. Despite the 26-3 loss at home, Dey noted positive signs from the team’s performances in both […]
By Saskia Warrick Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha unveiled plans for the rehabilitation of 63 sluices across Guyana, funded by a 45-million-US-dollar initiative from the World Bank. This announcement was made during an outreach to Region Six over the weekend, where the Minister emphasized the project’s significant impact on enhancing the country’s drainage system and supporting […]
By Saskia Warrick During the launch of Rehabilitation Week 2024, Health Minister Dr. Frank Anthony unveiled plans to alleviate financial burdens for amputees in Guyana by reducing the cost of prosthetic limbs. The ultimate goal, he announced, is to make these essential medical devices accessible free of charge to all patients in need. Currently, amputees […]
By Saskia Warrick Health Minister Dr. Frank Anthony has announced the impending introduction of a new Medicine Regulation Bill aimed at curbing the sale of unprescribed antibiotics and counterfeit medicines in Guyana. This legislative effort is part of a broader strategy to elevate the Food and Drug Administration to a Level 3 standard, enhancing regulatory […]
By Samuel Gillis The Ministry of Education has commenced its annual disbursement of the ‘Because We Care’ cash grant, with over 37,000 children in Georgetown set to benefit from this initiative. Finance Minister Dr. Ashni Singh oversaw the distribution process at Queens College, emphasizing its significance in fulfilling the government’s commitment to supporting education. This […]
By Royan Abrams Over the weekend, a significant milestone was marked in Region 6 with the commissioning of a new $50.2 million health center in Canefield, Canje. The inauguration ceremony was attended by Health Minister Dr. Frank Anthony, who emphasized the pivotal role of the facility in enhancing healthcare services at the primary level. Minister […]
By Royan Abrams The disbursement of the “Because We Care” cash grant has commenced in Region Six, aiming to benefit over 22,000 children across both public and private schools in the East Berbice Corentyne area. With more than 1.2 billion dollars allocated for the region, this initiative is set to provide substantial support to families. […]