By Saskia WarrickSeptember 27, 2024 The government has taken steps to initiate arbitration with the contractor of the Gas to Energy project due to significant delays in its progress. This development was announced by Vice President and General Secretary of the PPP/C, Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, during a recent press conference. Originally, the first gas from […]
By Saskia WarrickSeptember 27, 2024 Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha announced that a comprehensive investigation and audit will be conducted regarding the issuance of leases in the Mahaica-Mahaicony-Abary Agriculture Development Authority (MMA/ADA) scheme. This decision came during a meeting with farmers involved in the scheme. The Ministry of Agriculture issues leases to farmers to promote agricultural […]
By Royan AbramsSeptember 27, 2024 On Thursday, September 27, the Department of Education, in partnership with the Regional Democratic Council of Region Six, held its annual awards ceremony to recognize the top-performing students and dedicated educators in the region. The event celebrated the achievements of the top ten students from the Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate […]
By Nakasia LoganSeptember 27, 2024 The Men on Mission initiative continues its commitment to supporting those in need, with their latest effort benefiting a couple in Crabwood Creek, Region Six. In a heartfelt gesture, the organization handed over a newly constructed home to 61-year-old Shakuntala Babooram and her 63-year-old husband, a former sugar worker. The […]
By Fabiana McklmonSeptember 27, 2024 Residents of Wakenaam, Region Three, recently participated in a community outreach initiative organized by the Ministry of Human Services and Social Security. This event provided valuable information about the range of services available to the public at no cost. The outreach highlighted various programs, including those aimed at supporting individuals […]
By Fabiana McklmonSeptember 27, 2024 The highly anticipated Cricket Carnival Regional Food Festival is set to commence on Wednesday, October 2, and will run through October 6. This five-day event will take place along Main Street in Georgetown, offering a vibrant platform for food enthusiasts to explore a variety of delectable dishes. The festival will […]
By Celestine ChaconSeptember 27, 2024 The annual event ‘Tasinpansa,’ organized by the Ministry of Amerindian Affairs, has concluded successfully, celebrating the rich cultural diversity of Indigenous Peoples. The festivities, which began on Tuesday, wrapped up last evening with an array of captivating performances in the capital city, Georgetown. Main Street was alive with energy as […]
By Celestine ChaconSeptember 27, 2024 The preservation of traditional cultures among the Amerindian peoples is essential for honoring the past, maintaining a sense of belonging, and keeping customs alive. In our final feature to mark Amerindian Heritage Month, we explore some of the traditional rituals practiced within various Amerindian communities. In an interview with NCN […]
By Delicia JanneireSeptember 27, 2024 Vice President and General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C), Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, announced that up to $5 billion in student loans are set to be written off by the end of the year. He encouraged students with outstanding loans to take advantage of this opportunity, as the only […]
The Courts Optical U11 Boys Schools Football Championship is gearing up for an exciting second round, with 14 matches scheduled for today at the Ministry of Education ground on CARFESTA Avenue. Following a thrilling opening round last weekend, 28 teams are ready to hit the field in this round-robin segment of the competition. Among the […]