By Fabiana Mcklmon In a significant stride towards enhancing healthcare services, the Ministry of Health has commissioned a cutting-edge Digital X-ray Machine at the Mahaicony Cottage Hospital in Region Five. Valued at $49 million, this digital device replaces outdated analogue X-ray machines, marking a pivotal step in modernizing healthcare infrastructure. Minister of Health, Dr. Frank […]
By Fabiana Mcklmon Minister of Health, Dr. Frank Anthony, revealed that significant progress has been made towards the development of a new health app, with four companies shortlisted for the project. This update was provided during the commissioning of a digital X-Ray machine at Mahaicony. The new health app is a pivotal component of the […]
By Eric Collymore The eagerly anticipated tenth edition of the Milo Schools Football Tournament is scheduled to commence on February 18, promising an exciting showcase of talent from some of the top student athletes in the country. Organized by the Petra organization, the tournament marks the beginning of their 2024 season of events and will […]
By Eric Collymore In a disappointing series for the West Indies cricket team, they suffered a whitewash against Australia, losing all three ODIs, with the last match resulting in a defeat by eight wickets. Batting first, the West Indies endured a dismal performance, being bowled out for just 86 runs in 24.4 overs. This marked […]
By Tyriq Walters At just fourteen years old, Shamar Apple is making waves as a wicket-keeper batter in the cricket scene. Eager to secure a spot in the Guyana U15 team for the regional tournament, Apple is determined to catch the eyes of the selection panel and make his mark on the cricketing stage. In […]
By Travis Seymour In a historic move, Guyana is set to participate in the 2024 World Indoor Masters World Cup in Nottingham, England, with its first-ever under-45 side. Led by Phillip Fernandes, the head of the Guyana Hockey Board, preparations are well underway for this milestone event. The competition, organized by the World Masters Hockey […]
By Saskia Warrick Rice and cash crop farmers in Guyana have started receiving the much-needed fertilizer promised by the government. Approximately 850 million dollars was allocated to provide this assistance, aimed at offsetting the escalating costs of inputs and preventing the burden from being passed on to consumers. The distribution of fertilizer commenced last Friday […]
By Royan Abrams In a tragic turn of events, a 32-year-old cane harvester from Ulverston on the Corentyne, Devon Stanley, appeared before the Mibicuri Magistrate’s Court, facing charges of two counts of murder. Devon Stanley was brought before Magistrate Peter Hugh to answer for the alleged murder of 40-year-old Kwesi LaRose and 52-year-old Floyd Moore, […]
By Royan Abrams The Guyana Sugar Corporation (GuySuCo) has embarked on an ambitious project to convert 5,555 hectares of land to accommodate mechanical harvesting, marking a significant step forward for the sugar industry. Under the strategic plan of GuySuCo, the corporation aims to develop these lands in the fastest possible time, with the potential to […]
By Reycia Nedd The Ministry of Labour has initiated a formal investigation into the tragic accident resulting in the death of sixty-six-year-old Lennox McPherson, an employee of Guyana Shield Resources Inc. in Linden. The Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Department of the Ministry of Labour received the report of the accident on Sunday, February 4. […]