PPP General Secretary, Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, is encouraging members of the Guyanese Diaspora to use online resources when making business inquiries and proposals. During a recent visit to Canada, Dr. Jagdeo engaged with the Diaspora on ongoing and future developments in Guyana. A key issue raised was the misconception that individuals must meet with a […]
The Marine Cage Initiative, an ambitious project aimed at enhancing the aquaculture industry, will soon be expanded to several hinterland communities. This announcement was made by Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha, highlighting the initiative’s growing importance. The Chinese Embassy has donated 50 marine cages to support this expansion. These cages will be installed in various hinterland […]
The winning photographs from the 58th Independence Snap and Share competition will soon be showcased at the Cheddi Jagan International Airport. This announcement was made by Tourism Minister Oneidge Walrond during the prize-giving ceremony held at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre. The 4th edition of the Independence Snap and Share Photography competition, which focuses on […]
The Bishop’s High School team claimed their U18 Georgetown title and secured a spot in the national school’s basketball festival during the Youth Basketball Guyana (YBG) Georgetown regional tournament on Friday at the National Gymnasium. The U18 final was a thrilling match-up between The Bishops High and Saint Stanislaus College, with Bishops emerging victorious in […]
Severe flooding in the Central Mackenzie area and surrounding communities has prompted an emergency cleanup exercise in Linden. The cleanup effort, which commenced at 06:00 am on Saturday, is a collaborative initiative involving the Ministry of Public Works, the National Drainage and Irrigation Authority, the Civil Defense Commission, and the Linden Regional Democratic Council (RDC) […]
The International Day of Yoga was joyously observed on June 21 with a serene and invigorating session organized by the High Commission of India and the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Center at the Sri Krishna Mandir in New Amsterdam. During the event, Dr. Amit Telang, the India High Commissioner to Guyana, addressed the participants, highlighting the […]
India secured the T20 World Cup 2024 championship with a thrilling 7-run victory over South Africa at Kensington Oval in Barbados today. Batting first after winning the toss, India faced early setbacks during the power play with Rohit Sharma, Rishabh Pant, and Suryakumar Yadav all departing cheaply. However, Virat Kohli, under pressure due to recent […]
At the recent Alliance for Change (AFC) National Conference, Nigel Hughes was elected as the new leader of the party, succeeding Khemraj Ramjattan. The conference, attended by over 285 delegates, marked a significant event in the party’s history. Before the elections, outgoing leader Khemraj Ramjattan emphasized the AFC’s relevance as a third party in Guyana’s […]
The government of Guyana recently rolled out its steel and cement subsidy program which is expected to benefit 58 residents from various communities in Essequibo. This initiative aims to assist first-time homebuilders in realizing their dream homes by providing essential building materials. Under the subsidy program, individuals constructing homes valued at $6 million or below […]
The Center for Local Business Development (CLBD) has launched its ‘AccelerateHer’ program aimed at fostering the growth and leadership skills of women entrepreneurs across Guyana. The initiative commenced on Friday with the participation of 25 selected women from various sectors. The ‘AccelerateHer’ program is designed to support women who own, operate, or manage businesses, providing […]