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Excitement Fills National Cultural Centre as Schools Shine in Children’s Mashramani Competitions

The National Cultural Centre’s auditorium resonated with excitement as students showcased their talents and school spirit on the third day of the Georgetown leg of the Children’s Mashramani competitions. From captivating religious belief performances to electrifying interpretative dances, students aged between 11 and 18 competed for top honors in various categories. Participating schools included Pure […]

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Health Advisory: Protect Yourself from Sahara Dust – Ministry Urges Precautions

Citizens across several regions are urged to take necessary precautions due to the currently polluted air quality, attributed to Sahara dust. This particulate matter, originating in the Sahara Desert in Northern Africa, comprises particles that can travel thousands of miles. The Ministry of Health has specifically noted poor air quality conditions on the East Coast […]

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President Irfaan Ali Addresses Concerns and Promises Immediate Solutions in West Coast Berbice Engagement

President Irfaan Ali conducted an outreach to residents of Ithaca and neighboring communities on the West Coast of Berbice, addressing various issues affecting them. After attentively listening to the concerns raised, the President provided on-the-spot solutions to some problems and assured residents that others would be resolved promptly. Residents voiced grievances about deplorable roads, inadequate […]

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Constitutional Reform Commission to be Appointed Following Budget 2024 Approval

Attorney General and Legal Affairs Minister, Anil Nandlall, announced during the consideration of estimates and expenditures on Tuesday that the Constitutional Reform Commission is set to be appointed soon after the passage of Budget 2024. Despite minor delays, President Irfaan Ali is expected to make the appointment shortly. Anil Nandlall disclosed that a facility on […]

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President Ali Addresses Regional Concerns in Outreach to Region Five Communities

President Dr. Irfaan Ali recently conducted an outreach to several communities in Region Five, reaffirming his commitment to addressing various concerns and fostering improvements in the region. During the outreach, residents had the opportunity to voice issues such as the urgent need for better roads, streetlight maintenance, improved drainage and irrigation, and housing-related matters. The […]

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Private Sector Collaboration Proposed for Georgetown Municipality Projects

Banks DIH Limited is considering legal action to address persistent challenges caused by street vendors at its Stabroek Market location. Frustrated by ongoing issues, Chairman of Banks DIH Limited, Clifford Reis, revealed that the company has reached out to relevant agencies over the years, including the Town Clerk, City Council, Deputy Commissioner, and Commander. However, […]

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Banks DIH Considers Legal Action to Address Street Vendors’ Encumbrances

Banks DIH Limited is exploring legal avenues to address the persistent challenges posed by street vendors around its Stabroek Market location. The Chairman of Banks DIH Limited, Clifford Reis, expressed frustration over the ongoing issues and revealed that the company is contemplating legal action to alleviate financial strain and operational disruptions caused by street vending. […]

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Region 10 Children’s Mashramani Celebration Kicks Off with Nursery Schools Display

The Department of Education in Region 10 commenced the Children’s Mashramani competition with an exciting showcase of talent from nursery schools. The competition, held at LICHAS, featured performances in calypso, dramatic poetry, and dance categories. The theme for this year’s celebration is “Celebrating Our Peoples and Our Prosperity.” Nursery schools from across Region 10, including […]

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Guyana Islamic Trust Gears Up for Islam Awareness Week 2024

The Guyana Islamic Trust is set to observe Islam Awareness Week from February 2 to 11, 2024, with a series of activities aimed at promoting understanding and tolerance across religious lines. The week-long event, which has been an annual tradition since 1995, will kick off with a launch at the MYO Complex on Woolford Avenue, […]

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Guyana to Host Caribbean Investment Forum 2024

The Caribbean Investment Forum, a key event for business collaboration and development in the region, is set to take place in Georgetown, Guyana, in July 2024. The announcement was made by Dr. Deodat Maharaj, the Executive Director of the Caribbean Export Development Agency. The forum, now in its third edition, serves as a platform for […]

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