January 7, 2025 As many churches and religious organizations encourage fasting to start the new year, the health benefits of intermittent fasting are gaining attention locally and internationally. According to research from Johns Hopkins Medicine, intermittent fasting is not only safe but also effective in promoting health. Intermittent fasting is an eating plan that alternates […]
January 7, 2025 Minister of Housing and Water, Collin Croal, has cautioned residents of Linden against squatting, as the government plans to regularize over 800 additional house lots in the region by mid-2025. During a meeting with residents in Victory Valley on Sunday, the Minister provided updates on the government’s efforts to improve land ownership […]
By Eric Collymore | January 7, 2025 West Indies cricket legend Clive Lloyd has strongly criticized the proposed two-tier structure for Test cricket, claiming that the idea “deeply disturbs” him. Lloyd, who led the West Indies to dominance in the 1970s and 1980s, is advocating for greater opportunities for struggling teams to compete against top-tier […]
By Delicia Janneire | January 7, 2025 The National Data Management Authority (NDMA) has successfully connected 215 out of 253 Amerindian communities with high-speed internet through STARLINK, and has also set up 146 ICT hubs in vulnerable and remote hinterland areas, as part of the government’s ongoing efforts to enhance digital infrastructure. The initiatives were […]
By Delicia Janneire | January 7, 2025 The Ministry of Public Works has launched a $3 billion road rehabilitation project along the East Bank Demerara Corridor, spanning from Grove-Diamond to Good Success. The project, which is expected to be completed within three months, covers 1.6 kilometers of road and involves six contractors—five handling road and […]
By Celestine Chacon | January 7, 2025 The Ministry of Health has diagnosed and treated more than 24,000 cases of malaria in 2024, as reported by Minister of Health, Dr. Frank Anthony. This significant number highlights the continued efforts to combat the disease and prevent its spread. Dr. Anthony shared these statistics during the Ministry’s […]
By Celestine Chacon | January 7, 2025 The Ministry of Labour has announced a 25% reduction in the number of worker complaints in 2024 compared to the previous year, crediting the decline to enhanced outreach efforts. Minister of Labour Joseph Hamilton shared the data during a press conference, highlighting the ministry’s commitment to improving the […]
By Kimberly Giddings | January 7, 2025 The Ministry of Housing and Water is on track to achieve 90% treated water coverage for coastal residents by the end of 2025, marking significant progress in improving the country’s water infrastructure. This ambitious goal comes as part of a broader strategy aimed at increasing access to clean […]
By Tyriq Walters | January 6, 2025 The inaugural Kashif & Shanghai One Guyana National Futsal Championship, held over the weekend, has been hailed a success, with over 60 teams participating. Sport Minister Charles Ramson Jr. expressed satisfaction with the tournament’s execution and the level of competition, noting the successful collaboration with the Kashif & […]
By Travis Seymour | January 6, 2025 The Guyana Defence Force (GDF) football club displayed their dominance in the inaugural Maid Marian Wheat Up Women’s Cup 2024, claiming the championship title at the National Training Center in Providence. The nine-team league, which kicked off on November 30th, saw GDF A remain unbeaten throughout the league […]