As Men’s Health Month unfolds, the focus on prostate cancer and the importance of early screening takes center stage. Dr. Rajendra Sukhraj, a Consultant Urologist at the Georgetown Public Hospital, underscores the significance of vigilance in detecting this prevalent disease among men over 40 years old. Prostate cancer manifests with symptoms such as urinary difficulties, […]
West Indies T20 captain Rovman Powell is confident as his team prepares to face New Zealand in their upcoming ICC World Cup group stage match in Tarouba. Having secured a convincing 134-run victory over Uganda, one of the largest margins in tournament history, the Windies are riding high. In contrast, New Zealand’s campaign suffered a […]
In a crucial match to revive their hopes of advancing in the World Cup Qualifiers, Guyana’s senior men’s football team, the Golden Jaguars, displayed resilience and determination as they secured a convincing 3-1 victory over Belize in Barbados. The game started cautiously with both teams unable to score in the first half. However, the Golden […]
The Maritime Administration Department (MARAD) is intensifying efforts to bolster its staffing capabilities in response to escalating port traffic. In a recent development, MARAD has embarked on a proactive approach to augment its workforce as part of preparations to manage the growing influx of vessels at Guyana’s ports. President Irfaan Ali underscored the criticality of […]
The final preliminary matches of the Youth Basketball Guyana’s Tertiary League concluded with Linden Technical Institute (LTI), New Amsterdam Technical Institute (NATI), and University of Guyana (UG) securing victories in thrilling encounters. Linden Technical Institute continued their unbeaten streak in the league by defeating Guyana School of Agriculture 72-60. Captain Kemol Grimmond showcased a stellar […]
The Guyana School of Agriculture (GSA) hosted its inaugural volleyball competition over the weekend, with Demerara Female Academy, Classic Ball Blasters, and D’Edward Volleyball Academy emerging as champions in their respective categories. The tournament featured eight competing teams, including academies from Berbice, Demerara, and D’Edward, along with Berbice High School and the host institution, Guyana […]
Ann’s Grove United celebrated a significant victory on Monday evening at the Guyana Football Federation National Training Center as they triumphed over Buxton United in Season Six of the KFC Elite League. In a match characterized by intensity, Ann’s Grove dominated the second half, clinching a decisive 3-0 win against their opponents. Quincy Barry opened […]
By Saskia Warrick Today, discussions between the Guyana Teachers’ Union (GTU) and the Ministry of Education (MOE) resumed at the Ministry of Labour, focusing on resolving a deadlock in negotiations over their multi-year agreement. The Ministry of Education convened the meeting in adherence to the guidelines outlined in the 1990 Memorandum of Agreement titled “The […]
By Saskia Warrick Canada, in collaboration with the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), has launched a transformative project aimed at promoting Gender-Responsive Climate-Smart Agriculture and Food Systems across the Caribbean. This initiative, funded with CAN$10 million, seeks to bolster resilience to climate change among Caribbean farmers while stimulating economic growth in the region. The […]
By Royan Abrams A substantial investment of 97 million dollars has been dedicated to installing a cutting-edge digital x-ray machine at Fort Wellington Hospital in Region Five. This state-of-the-art equipment replaces the outdated analogue machine, promising enhanced efficiency and reliability for more than 4,000 residents in the region. During the commissioning ceremony, Health Minister Dr. […]