By Delicia Janneire Town Clerk, Candace Nelson, discussed the ongoing efforts to remove vendors from around business premises in the city during a telephone interview with this newscast. Following the successful removal of vendors from crowding the emergency area in front of the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC), the city council continues to address vendors […]
By Saskia Warrick The Guyana Power & Light (GPL) is advising prepaid meter users to undergo an international upgrade from Standard Transfer Specification 4 (STS 4) to Standard Transfer Specification 6 (STS 6) before November 1. The international upgrade to STS version 6 will bring enhanced capabilities and features to prepaid meters, including improved scalability, […]
In celebration of National Nurses’ Week, this newscast spotlighted Nurse Tiniesha Josiah-Hope’s remarkable journey from assistant nurse to midwife. Josiah-Hope’s journey began when she stumbled upon a newspaper ad for nursing. Despite the imminent deadline, she mustered the courage to apply, and thus began her fulfilling career. Initially starting as a nursing assistant in 2008, […]
By Nakasia Logan Prime Minister Mark Phillips and Senior Finance Minister Dr. Ashni Singh recently embarked on a tour of the Power Ship, which has docked at Everton, West Bank Berbice. The power ship, which arrived from Cuba, is expected to contribute 36 megawatts of electricity to the Demerara Berbice Interconnected System. During the tour, […]
By Nakasia Logan Amidst vibrant music, songs, and spirited dance performances, Pushpanjali 24, an annual celebration in Guyana, marked the commemoration of the arrival of Indentured East Indians to the country’s shores 186 years ago. Minister of Culture, Charles Ramson, emphasized the profound impact of Indian culture on Guyana’s rich heritage, recognizing the invaluable practices […]
The 54th anniversary of Linden’s establishment culminated in a vibrant and diverse celebration during Linden Town Week 2024. Spanning eleven days from April 26 to May 6, under the theme “We are One People, One Nation, One Destiny. Linden! The heart of Guyana,” the event showcased the town’s rich culture and community spirit. The festivities […]
Following the completion of the National Grade Six Assessment (NGSA), students across Linden expressed feelings of relief and happiness as they look forward to their secondary school placements. Celebrations erupted among grade six pupils in Linden as they finished their exams, with cheers and confetti marking the occasion. Students shared their emotions, expressing happiness, relief, […]
By Josiah Williams The People’s Progressive Party (PPP) concluded its 32nd congress with significant resolutions aimed at reshaping its constitution and ideological stance. Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, the General Secretary, highlighted the party’s commitment to embracing political and ideological pluralism to create a national democratic state. One of the major changes involved removing references to Marxism […]
By Eric Collymore Media professionals gathered at Eve Leary Ground for a day of friendly competition at the Office of the Prime Minister-sponsored media games. Breaking into teams like Purple Heart Posse and Bullet Wood, journalists participated in futsal, softball cricket, and novelty events like the lime and spoon race. Led by journalist Jemima Holmes, […]
By Delicia Janneire During Nursing Week, celebrated from May 6 to 12, nurses, the often unsung heroes of the healthcare sector, are recognized for their invaluable contributions through the Nurses Appreciation and Awards ceremony hosted by the Nurses and Midwives Council of Guyana. Nurses from all ten administrative regions were honored for their exceptional dedication […]