By Celestine ChaconFebruary 10, 2025 The Berbice Chinese Association hosted its annual Chinese New Year celebration on Sunday, marking the commencement of the Chinese Spring Festival with cultural performances, traditional cuisine, and festivities. Minister of Natural Resources, Vickram Bharrat, attended the event and highlighted the significant contributions of the Chinese community to Guyana’s development, particularly […]
By Celestine ChaconFebruary 10, 2025 The data analysis for Guyana’s 2022 National Population and Housing Census is in its final stages, according to Finance Minister Dr. Ashni Singh. The announcement was made during discussions on the recently concluded budget estimates, where opposition members inquired about the status of the census. The minister reported that the […]
February 6, 2025 In an exciting development for students in Guyana, Camille’s Academy has partnered with Nexgen Golf Academy to offer golf training to over 1,500 students across multiple campuses. This collaboration will provide students at the Lusignan, Diamond, Soesdyke, and Crane campuses with access to high-quality golf training, equipment, and facilities at both Nexgen […]
February 6, 2025 The Pathology Laboratory at the Georgetown Public Hospital is making significant strides in cancer care with advanced histopathology services, providing accurate diagnoses and improving treatment outcomes for patients. Minister of Health, Dr. Frank Anthony, recently highlighted the lab’s certification and its standing as one of the most advanced in the Caribbean. The […]
February 6, 2025 The Linden Mayor and Town Council has approved the commencement of road repairs along Sir David Rose Avenue, utilizing funds generated from the Kara Kara toll booth. This decision was made during the first statutory meeting of the council for 2025, held on February 5. At the meeting, the financial committee, led […]
By Saskia WarrickFebruary 6, 2025 The private contractor overseeing operations at the Demerara Gold Packaging Plant in Blairmont has withdrawn its services from Guyana Sugar Corporation (GuySuCo) following ongoing protests by workers over wage issues. This was confirmed by GuySuCo’s Chief Executive Officer, Paul Cheong. The contractor had been managing the facility since January 1, […]
By Saskia WarrickFebruary 6, 2025 After spending 35 years in the United States, mechanical engineer Bob Ghamandi has returned to Guyana with a mission to contribute to the country’s growth. Through his company, Compass Industrial Services, Ghamandi has secured a contract with Guyana Water Incorporated (GWI) to manufacture industrial water filters locally, supporting the government’s […]
By Radha MotielallFebruary 6, 2025 The 2025 national budget, valued at 1.382 trillion dollars, was passed in the National Assembly last evening after two weeks of debate and consideration of the estimates. The budget, presented on January 17, 2025, under the theme “A Secure, Prosperous, and Sustainable Guyana,” outlines the government’s financial plans for the […]
By Nakasia LoganFebruary 6, 2025 The Police Service Commission has dismissed Assistant Commissioner of Police, Calvin Brutus, from the Guyana Police Force following the conclusion of a Tribunal that investigated allegations of serious misconduct. The Tribunal found overwhelming evidence of abuse of authority and violation of regulations. The investigation into Brutus’ conduct began in July […]
By Delicia JanneireFebruary 6, 2025 The long-awaited rehabilitation of the Linden/Soesdyke Highway has officially commenced, marking the start of a US$161 million project. The project, awarded in August 2024, is being carried out by local company GuyAmerica Construction Inc. and Trinidad-based Namalco Construction Services Limited. Work began this week with the removal of the existing […]