By Kimberly GiddingsFebruary 14, 2025 Students from across Guyana gathered at the National Cultural Centre on Thursday to compete in the highly anticipated Calypso and Dramatic Poetry Finals of the Children’s Mashramani competitions. The event saw young performers showcasing their talents before an enthusiastic audience of teachers, classmates, and supporters. Participants delivered captivating performances, proudly […]
By Kimberly GiddingsFebruary 14, 2025 As Childhood Cancer Day is observed, the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) continues to expand its services aimed at early detection and treatment of childhood cancer. The hospital is working to improve identification methods and provide comprehensive care for affected children. The Pediatric Medicine Department at GPHC has implemented measures […]
By Delicia JanneireFebruary 14, 2025 President of the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB), Daniel Best, has commended the Guyanese government for its approach to national and regional development, emphasizing the alignment between the country’s projects and the bank’s strategic goals. During a three-day visit to Guyana, Best and his delegation focused on strengthening collaboration with government […]
By Celestine ChaconFebruary 15, 2025 President Irfaan Ali has strongly condemned the latest Transparency International (TI) report on corruption perceptions in Guyana, alleging that the findings are biased and fail to reflect the country’s progress in transparency and governance. The head of state questioned how the report could rank Guyana’s transparency and law enforcement efforts […]
By Celestine ChaconFebruary 14, 2025 Eight Guyanese professionals have been selected to participate in a trainee programme facilitated by MODEC Guyana, a Japanese company specializing in the construction and operation of floating solutions for the offshore energy sector. The initiative, launched in collaboration with ExxonMobil, aims to equip young Guyanese graduates with essential skills to […]
February 13, 2025 The Guyana Cricket Board (GCB) has announced its 14-member squad for the upcoming 2025 Cricket West Indies Regional Women’s Super50 tournament. The team will be led by experienced captain Shemaine Campbelle, with Ashmini Munisar serving as vice-captain. The squad comprises a mix of seasoned players and emerging talents, including Mandy Mangru, Realeanna […]
February 13, 2025 Mackenzie High School, in collaboration with the Linden Amateur Basketball Association (LABA), will host a one-day inter-secondary 4×4 basketball tournament on Thursday, February 20, at the Retrieve Hard Court. The event is part of the Grade 12 and 13 Unit Two Physical Education and Sport Internal Assessment, aimed at developing students’ event […]
With the seventh edition of the Guyana Football Federation (GFF) Elite League set to kick off in March, Slingerz FC has stepped up its preparations as they aim to reclaim their spot at the top of the league. During a recent practice session at the GFF National Training Centre, midfielder Curtez Kellman discussed the team’s […]
Plans are underway to modernize the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) with the introduction of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and other emerging technologies, aimed at enhancing national security and safeguarding the country’s sovereignty. Speaking at the Annual Officers’ Conference, President Dr. Irfaan Ali emphasized that the increasingly complex global security environment requires the adoption of modern military […]
In a live broadcast, President Dr. Irfaan Ali revealed that Guyana is actively engaging with the World Animal Health Organization and the United States to combat the spread of the Bird Flu virus, which has significantly impacted the global poultry industry. The global poultry sector is facing severe challenges, with a 40% decline in hatching […]