By Shawnette Fiedtkou In Linden, the National Clean-up Exercise garnered significant support from both the public and private sectors, marking a growing initiative according to Regional Executive Officer Dwight John. As the morning fog enveloped Linden, community members were actively engaged in cleaning the town as part of the massive clean-up campaign under the theme […]
By Royan Abrams Prime Minister Ret. Brigadier Mark Phillips emphasized the significance of a well-trained local workforce in driving Guyana’s tourism sector during the sod-turning ceremony for the construction of the first modern state-of-the-art Hospitality and Tourism Training Institute. The ceremony marked the commencement of construction on the US$7.2M institute located at Port Mourant on […]
By Travis Seymour At the World Aquatics Championship in Doha, Qatar, Guyana’s top female swimmer Aleka Persaud faced another challenging day in the pool, failing to secure a podium finish. In the 50-meter freestyle heat 6, Persaud, ranked number 2, finished with a time of 28.60 seconds. However, she fell short as Bolivia’s Adriana Giles […]
By Nakasia Logan Women in business are spearheading efforts to advocate for gender equality and policy changes in development, led by prominent woman leader and economist, Natasha Gaskin Peters. At a recent ceremony held at the Cara Lodge, eight women celebrated their remarkable achievements in business growth under the Accelerate Her Programme. The occasion marked […]
By Josiah Williams In a recent interview with Newsweek Inc. in New York, President Dr. Irfaan Ali emphasized the urgent need to address the long-term effects of war and conflict on food security and the environment. As Guyana assumes the Presidency of the United Nations Security Council, President Ali underscored the importance of placing greater […]
By Josiah Williams A new $2.3 million bandstand has been officially commissioned in the Guyana National Park, offering families, visitors, and fitness enthusiasts a fresh spot for relaxation and recreation. Located near the Carifesta Avenue entrance of the park, the bandstand was constructed through a collaboration between Global Healthcare Supplies, Essential Care Pharmacy, and the […]
By Fabiana McKlmon Under the ‘Men on Mission’ (MoM) and ‘One Guyana’ initiative, spearheaded by President Irfaan Ali, the government of Guyana orchestrated a massive national cleanup exercise. President Ali himself took to the streets, leading by example in the Houston/Agricola area. The vision driving this initiative is one of a clean and beautiful country, […]
As Mashramani 2024 approaches, the spirit of celebration fills the air, with children leading the way in the festivities. Earlier today, the streets of Georgetown came alive with the vibrant energy of young masqueraders participating in the Children’s Mashramani Parade. Twenty top entries from educational districts across the region paraded through the city, showcasing their […]
By Tyriq Walters Stephen Liburd, coach of the West Indies female Under-19 cricket team, expressed his admiration for the talent he witnessed during his brief visit to Guyana, as part of his mission to prepare the team for the Under 19 World Cup in 2025. Having already visited St. Lucia and Barbados, Liburd’s itinerary includes […]
By Tyriq Walters A collective bowling effort paved the way for a resounding win for Berbice in the Guyana Cricket Board’s T20 Inter-County tournament, as they dominated Essequibo in the opening game. The Malteenoes Sports Club ground witnessed the commencement of the senior women’s T20 inter-county tournament, with Berbice winning the toss and electing to […]