Sir Shridath S. Ramphal, a highly respected statesman from Guyana and former Commonwealth Secretary-General, was laid to rest today at The Place of the Seven Ponds in the Botanical Gardens. He passed away peacefully on August 30, 2024, surrounded by his family. Born in 1928, Sir Shridath made significant contributions to Guyana’s foreign policy and […]
General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party/Civic and Vice President, Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, has defended the decision to build a new West Demerara Regional Hospital. This comes after President Irfaan Ali’s announcement to replace the current hospital structure with a modern facility, which faced criticism in a recent editorial by Stabroek News. The editorial raised […]
The Ministry of Health’s eye testing and spectacle voucher programme is making a positive difference for many Guyanese, with the latest outreach bringing much-needed services to the Hadfield-Lodge community. The initiative, which offers free eye tests and vouchers to assist with the cost of spectacles, continues to expand its reach across the country. During a […]
…Coach Fernandes Believes in Team’s Potential The Guyana Hockey Board has finalized its squad for the 2024 Pan American Hockey Federation (PAHF) Challenge Series, set to take place in Hamilton, Bermuda later this month. Head coach Phillip Fernandes expressed optimism about the team’s chances, despite the tough competition they will face. The Challenge serves as […]
The Central Corentyne Chamber of Commerce has officially launched the 18th annual Berbice Exposition and Trade Fair, set to take place from October 18 to 21, 2024, at the Rose Hall Estate Community Center Ground in Canje. This year’s event will feature over 150 booths, with half of them already reserved by exhibitors. Entry tickets […]
Last evening, the first anniversary of the Kingston Seawall Esplanade was celebrated with a live concert featuring performances by local artists. The Esplanade, which was commissioned on September 15, 2023, is part of First Lady Arya Ali’s beautification project aimed at providing a clean, comfortable, and relaxing space for families and friends. Speaking at the […]
The Ministry of Health has officially opened a $38 million health center at Chesney on the Corentyne, bringing enhanced healthcare access to residents of the Chesney Housing Scheme and nearby communities. This marks a significant milestone in expanding medical services to the area. The newly commissioned health center is fully equipped with essential facilities such […]
Stella Maris Primary, the reigning Georgetown champs, is set to represent Demerara in this weekend’s prestigious Champions of Champions competition at the Georgetown Cricket Club. After an unbeaten run in the Georgetown-led Future Warriors Tapeball Schoolboys championship, the team is brimming with confidence heading into the upcoming matches. During a recent training session at Gandhi […]
Two new agro-processing facilities have been inaugurated in Region One, aimed at increasing the value-added production of crops like plantains and ground provisions. These state-of-the-art facilities, located in Kumaka and White Water, are fully equipped with modern machinery that will enhance productivity, reduce processing times, and elevate the value of the region’s agricultural output. Agriculture […]
Massy Gas Products Guyana Limited has achieved a significant milestone with the commissioning of Guyana’s first Air Separation Plant, a groundbreaking step in the local production of oxygen and nitrogen. This state-of-the-art facility, located in Eccles, East Bank Demerara, will enhance the supply of these essential gases, serving industries like healthcare and manufacturing, while bolstering […]