A devastating fire early this morning at Hope West, Enmore, East Coast Demerara, resulted in the death of a 3-month-old baby boy. The incident occurred while the baby was in the upper flat of the family’s wooden and concrete house, which they had rented for over two years. At the time of the fire, the […]
The Chairman of the National Road Safety Council (NRSC), Earl Lambert, has proposed the implementation of a “three-strike system” to address repeat traffic offenders. This proposal follows recent amendments to the Motor Vehicle and Road Traffic Act, which now permits the use of photos and videos to prosecute errant motorists. Strategically placed cameras at intersections […]
Youths in Linden are gaining a deeper understanding of Guyanese history and culture through the Ministry of Culture, Youth, and Sports’ three-week culture camp. This enriching program is held at Lichas Hall, catering to children aged 13-17, Monday through Friday. The camp coordinator, Trudell Scott, mentioned that this is the third year the camp has […]
Kimberly Giddings Some 150 women in business have successfully completed and graduated from the 4th Road to Growth programme. The graduation ceremony was marked by inspiring speeches from notable figures, encouraging the new graduates to leverage their newfound knowledge and skills. First Lady Arya Ali, speaking at the ceremony, urged the women entrepreneurs to seize […]
Josiah Williams The first Legal Conference on Criminal Justice Reform convened yesterday, where President Dr. Irfaan Ali urged attendees to go beyond crime statistics and examine criminality at all levels to find comprehensive solutions. In his address, President Ali emphasized the importance of addressing the root causes of crime, noting that this approach will positively […]
By Josiah Williams Essequibians are set to benefit from a series of agricultural and drainage interventions following a two-day outreach by Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo and other senior government officials. These efforts aim to transform the lives of residents in Region 2. During a press conference, Dr. Jagdeo addressed the concerns raised by residents regarding the […]
By Eric Collymore England is closing in on a commanding victory over the West Indies in the first test at Lord’s. Day two ended with the Windies struggling at 79 for six, trailing by 171 runs. The day began with England resuming at an overnight score of 189 for three. The host side advanced their […]
By Delecia Janniere The Government of Guyana remains committed to supporting sister CARICOM states affected by Hurricane Beryl, announced Prime Minister Mark Phillips during a thanksgiving ceremony held yesterday afternoon. The Civil Defence Commission (CDC) and Private Sector Commission have praised the extensive support for hurricane relief efforts. Prime Minister Phillips emphasized the ongoing commitment, […]
The Ministry of Health has initiated the Lymphatic Filariasis Elimination Campaign in Regions Three and Four, focusing efforts on eradicating this debilitating disease. Sponsored by Essential Care Pharmacy and GTM Insurance, the campaign aims to safeguard citizens against lymphatic filariasis, commonly known as elephantiasis or big foot. Lymphatic filariasis is caused by an infection with […]
In a thrilling match at the Cricket West Indies Regional Women’s Under 19 Championship, the national Under 19 women’s cricket team from Guyana secured their fourth consecutive victory by defeating the Leeward Islands. Guyana, opting to bat first, faced a challenging task and managed to score 95 for 5 in their allotted overs. Naomi Barkoye […]