By Nakasia Logan On Thursday, September 27, 2024, the sod was officially turned for a state-of-the-art solar farm in Onderneeming, Region Two, marking a significant advancement in Guyana’s renewable energy landscape. The new facility, featuring a five-megawatt solar power system, is part of the government’s initiative to provide a diverse energy mix and reliable electricity […]
By Tyriq Walters The University of Guyana (UG) has successfully concluded its 2024 Table Tennis Tournament, featuring competitive matches that saw Patrick Triumph and Allimah Eastman crowned as the Men’s and Women’s Singles champions. The tournament attracted 80 participants from various faculties and departments, showcasing the university’s vibrant sporting culture. In partnership with the Guyana […]
By Tyriq Walters Scores of enthusiastic fans gathered at the Republic Bank parking lot on Main Street this morning for a meet and greet with their favorite players from the Guyana Amazon Warriors. The event provided fans with an exciting opportunity to interact with members of the Warriors franchise, take photos, and collect autographs. Many […]
By Saskia WarrickSeptember 27, 2024 The government has taken steps to initiate arbitration with the contractor of the Gas to Energy project due to significant delays in its progress. This development was announced by Vice President and General Secretary of the PPP/C, Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, during a recent press conference. Originally, the first gas from […]
By Saskia WarrickSeptember 27, 2024 Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha announced that a comprehensive investigation and audit will be conducted regarding the issuance of leases in the Mahaica-Mahaicony-Abary Agriculture Development Authority (MMA/ADA) scheme. This decision came during a meeting with farmers involved in the scheme. The Ministry of Agriculture issues leases to farmers to promote agricultural […]
By Royan AbramsSeptember 27, 2024 On Thursday, September 27, the Department of Education, in partnership with the Regional Democratic Council of Region Six, held its annual awards ceremony to recognize the top-performing students and dedicated educators in the region. The event celebrated the achievements of the top ten students from the Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate […]
By Nakasia LoganSeptember 27, 2024 The Men on Mission initiative continues its commitment to supporting those in need, with their latest effort benefiting a couple in Crabwood Creek, Region Six. In a heartfelt gesture, the organization handed over a newly constructed home to 61-year-old Shakuntala Babooram and her 63-year-old husband, a former sugar worker. The […]
By Fabiana McklmonSeptember 27, 2024 Residents of Wakenaam, Region Three, recently participated in a community outreach initiative organized by the Ministry of Human Services and Social Security. This event provided valuable information about the range of services available to the public at no cost. The outreach highlighted various programs, including those aimed at supporting individuals […]
By Fabiana McklmonSeptember 27, 2024 The highly anticipated Cricket Carnival Regional Food Festival is set to commence on Wednesday, October 2, and will run through October 6. This five-day event will take place along Main Street in Georgetown, offering a vibrant platform for food enthusiasts to explore a variety of delectable dishes. The festival will […]
By Celestine ChaconSeptember 27, 2024 The annual event ‘Tasinpansa,’ organized by the Ministry of Amerindian Affairs, has concluded successfully, celebrating the rich cultural diversity of Indigenous Peoples. The festivities, which began on Tuesday, wrapped up last evening with an array of captivating performances in the capital city, Georgetown. Main Street was alive with energy as […]