By Josiah Williams | September 26, 2024 For the first time, residents of Massara and Toca in the Northern Rupununi have benefitted from vocational training within their communities, marking a significant step towards local capacity building. Twenty individuals from both villages completed courses in General Building Construction and Welding and Fabrication, facilitated by the Board […]
By Jacquey Bourne | September 26, 2024 Following a rainstorm that struck Linden on Tuesday, the government swiftly intervened to repair and strengthen the roofs of more than 30 homes affected by the severe weather. Residents in the area can now rest easier, knowing their homes are being restored. On Wednesday, Minister of Public Works […]
By Delicia Janneire | September 26, 2024 Guyana is steadfast in its efforts to combat hunger and malnutrition through a series of extensive agricultural initiatives, according to Minister of Agriculture Zulfikar Mustapha. He made these remarks during a virtual high-level dialogue organized by the UN Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO) focused on addressing hunger in […]
By Celestine Chacon | September 26, 2024 Stride592 is set to host a 5K and 10K walk/run on Sunday, September 29, as part of the newly launched Soca Heart Project. This initiative aims to motivate citizens to engage in more physical activities such as walking, jogging, and running. Guyana has recorded the highest rates of […]
By Travis Seymour | September 25, 2024 Guyana’s women’s hockey team settled for a draw against the host team Bermuda during the Pan American Hockey Challenges Series held in Pembroke on Tuesday evening. Guyana initially took the lead with a penalty corner goal from Sarah Klautky in the first quarter. However, Bermuda’s Georgia Harris equalized […]
By Saskia Warrick | September 25, 2024 The Guyana Police Force has been advised against arresting individuals for possessing small quantities of marijuana. Attorney General Anil Nandlall highlighted that such actions are illegal, following amendments to the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Control Act. Under the revised legislation, possession of 1 to 15 grams of […]
By Samuel Sukhnandan | September 25, 2024 Trade relations between Guyana and China have experienced remarkable growth in recent years, increasing from US$180 million to US$1.23 billion over the past 11 years. This substantial rise underscores the deepening historical ties between the two nations. Zhou Hanmin, Vice-Chair of the Shanghai Public Diplomacy Association (CPDA), emphasized […]
By Royan Abrams| September 2024 As of August 31, 2024, the Childcare and Protection Agency has addressed 2,753 cases of child abuse, a figure revealed during a Child Protection Week event held at the University of Guyana’s Tain Campus. The event aimed to raise awareness about the critical importance of safeguarding children. Levine Gouveia, the […]
By Nakasia Logan | September 25, 2024 In a significant boost to home construction efforts, sixty-two residents from Region Five were issued Steel and Cement Subsidy vouchers, each valued at $225,000. The distribution was led by Minister within the Ministry of Housing and Water, Susan Rodrigues, at the Regional Housing Office in Fort Wellington. Minister […]
By Nakasia Logan | September 25, 2024 The Ministry of Human Services and Social Security is set to expand its shelter network to better support victims of gender-based violence. Minister Dr. Vindhya Persaud announced this initiative at the recent Gender-Based Violence Health Symposium, emphasizing the need for enhanced safety measures for victims of domestic violence. […]