By Celestine Chacon Food for the Poor Guyana Inc. has made a significant donation to the Night Shelter, providing essential items to support the facility’s residents. The donation was formally handed over today at Help and Shelter’s La Penitence location. The generous contribution includes adjustable beds, walkers, wheelchairs, and other vital items designed to enhance […]
By Shawnette Fiedtkou The Bamia Health Centre recently held its third health fair of 2024, aimed at enhancing health awareness and promoting the services available at the community health center. This latest event took place on Police Outpost Road, targeting residents of the Amelia’s Ward community. The health fair offered a comprehensive range of services, […]
As preparations ramp up for the President’s Cup on September 22, top jockey Colin Ross stands at the forefront of the jockey standings, showcasing a commanding lead. Ross, who secured the top jockey award in 2023, has continued his dominant performance this year. He leads with ten wins and earnings amounting to G$1,149,575. His current […]
By Shannon Totaram Mackenzie High School has secured the top positions in Region Ten for the 2024 CSEC examinations, with three of its students—Taushansia Alder, Janee Greene, and Janae Bristol—delivering exceptional performances. Taushansia Alder emerged as the region’s top performer, achieving ten grade ones, three grade twos, one grade three, and one grade four. Alder’s […]
By Delicia Janneire Guyana has achieved the highest nursery school enrollment rates in the Commonwealth Caribbean region, according to Education Minister Priya Manickchand. This announcement was made during the commissioning of the newly reconstructed St Gabriel’s Nursery School. Since taking office in 2020, the government has made substantial investments in the education sector, including the […]
By Nakasia Logan Forty residents of De Endragt Village, East Coast Demerara, also known as Mon Repos North, were awarded their long-awaited land titles today. This significant milestone was achieved through the efforts of the Central Housing and Planning Authority (CHPA). The distribution event, held at the village’s regional office, was attended by Collin Croal, […]
The Guyana national men’s football team, the Golden Jaguars, suffered a 3-1 defeat to Suriname in their opening match of League A in the Concacaf Nations League at the National Track and Field Centre. The match began with both teams failing to capitalize on early opportunities. In the 18th minute, Djevecio Van Der Kust scored […]
By Nakasia Logan The Central Housing and Planning Authority (CHPA) today allocated 500 house lots to families in the New Wales Housing Development as part of the government’s initiative to distribute 50,000 house lots in five years. The “Dream Realised” event took place at the Housing Ministry’s regional office in Pouderoyen. Minister of Housing and […]
By Delicia Janneire The Ministry of Public Works is taking a stronger stance on the awarding of government contracts, addressing concerns about fairness and the capacity of contractors to deliver. Public Works Minister Juan Edghill highlighted these efforts during a recent meeting with contractors in Region 3. In response to complaints that a select group […]
By Saskia Warrick Guyana’s real estate sector is primed for substantial growth, with investors being urged to capitalize on opportunities across the country. This was the key message from the inaugural Real Estate Summit held at the Guyana Marriott, which brought together regional industry leaders to discuss the evolving dynamics of the sector. John Edghill, […]