By Samuel Sukhnandan The recent attendance of President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali at an event hosted by the Assemblies of God Church has sparked criticism from opposition circles, drawing sharp responses from the General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP), Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo. During a weekly press conference held at Freedom House, Dr. Jagdeo […]
The streets of Linden are set to come alive with the exhilarating action of the tenth edition of the Linden Guinness ‘Greatest of the Streets’ Futsal Tournament. With 24 teams vying for supremacy, this year’s tournament promises to take street football to new heights. The tournament was officially launched at Golden Taste Fish Shop in […]
By Radha Motielall President Dr. Irfaan Ali’s commitment to engaging remote communities in Region Seven continued with visits to Karrau, Dagg Point, and Bartica. Over the course of a two-day outreach initiative, President Ali interacted directly with residents, addressing their concerns and outlining government plans for the region. During these engagements, President Ali emphasized the […]
By Leeron Brummel Minister of Housing and Water, Collin Croal, criticized the Opposition’s motion to establish a special select committee for reviewing charges for house lots, labeling it as “confusing.” He expressed this sentiment during his address in the National Assembly on Thursday night. Minister Croal emphasized the evolution of the Ministry of Housing and […]
At the Europe Day celebration held at Herdmanston Lodge, Prime Minister Mark Phillips emphasized the commitment of Guyana and the European Union (EU) to bolstering their partnership on democracy, human rights, and environmental conservation. Prime Minister Phillips highlighted the EU’s significance as an essential trading partner and a valuable source of foreign direct investment for […]
In a groundbreaking initiative, Guyana and China have joined forces to conduct the country’s first overseas training program on Tropical Chronic Disease Research. Health Minister Dr. Frank Anthony highlighted the significance of this collaboration, emphasizing its potential to strengthen a lesser developed area of healthcare in Guyana. A team of medical experts from the Southern […]
Rainforest Tours Guyana, in collaboration with the Guyana Tourism Authority and Guyana Beverages Inc., has announced the launch of the country’s inaugural Independence Safari. This exciting event, scheduled from Thursday, May 23 to Sunday, May 26, will provide participants with a unique opportunity to explore the diverse regions of Bartica, Mahdia, and Karasabai. The Independence […]
By Tyriq Walters In an exhilarating match at the National Gymnasium, Shamar Hope’s impressive performance, scoring 21 points, propelled the Lamaha Park/Springs Pepsi Sonics to a resounding victory over the Leonora D-Up Rising Stars in the Georgetown Amateur Basketball Association (GABA) Under 23 club championship. The game on Wednesday night showcased the dominance of the […]
By Saskia Warrick The British High Commission, in collaboration with the Guyana Human Rights Association (GHRA), recently organized a three-day Human Rights Workshop aimed at enhancing capacity-building efforts. This initiative sought to empower civil society organizations, such as the GHRA, in advancing human rights work within Guyana. The workshop facilitated vibrant discussions on various aspects […]
By Samuel Sukhnandan The government is taking steps to enhance the national grid’s power capacity to meet the growing demands across the country. Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, General Secretary of the ruling People’s Progressive Party (PPP) and Vice President, announced this initiative during his weekly press conference at Freedom House. To address immediate energy needs, the […]