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Government Chief Whip Gail Teixeira Defends Budget 2024 Amid Opposition Criticism

Government Chief Whip Gail Teixeira addressed the opposition’s criticism of Budget 2024, stating that there are fundamental philosophical differences between the coalition and the PPP/C. In her 34th budget debate, Teixeira criticized the PNC-led opposition, describing them as irresponsible, reckless, and lacking substance. Teixeira expressed strong support for Budget 2024, describing it as a tangible […]

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Government Defends Natural Resources Fund Management Amid Opposition Accusations

Minister of Natural Resources, Vickram Bharrat, has responded to opposition accusations regarding the alleged reckless use of the Natural Resources Sovereign Wealth Fund, emphasizing that the government has strengthened its functionality. Bharrat made these remarks during his budget debate presentation in the National Assembly, countering concerns raised by the opposition about the financial management of […]

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Debating Sports Budget in Guyana: Opposition Raises Concerns

The debate over Guyana’s 2024 budget allocation took a turn toward sports on Tuesday, with Opposition Member of Parliament Nima Flue-Bess raising questions about what she perceives as ‘incomplete’ sports projects. Minister of Sports Charles Ramson Jr responded, criticizing the opposition for their alleged lack of vision during their time in government and emphasizing that […]

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Debating Budget 2024: A Road Map to Prosperity

In the ongoing debate over Guyana’s Budget 2024, Opposition Member of Parliament Tabitha Sarabo Halley expressed her view that the 1.146 trillion-dollar national budget fails to address the most critical need of citizens – the improvement of their current economic position. She questioned the ideologies and philosophies behind the budget, emphasizing the importance of policies […]

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Exploring the Podcast Market in Guyana

The podcast market in Guyana is experiencing significant growth, mirroring the global trend. NCN Guyana spoke with digital creator and film producer, Alex Arjoon, to delve into the podcast landscape in Guyana. Podcasts, which are audio content transmitted online, gained popularity during the peak of the pandemic and continue to be a favored medium for […]

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Swift Response to Repair Damaged Aubrey Barker Road

In a swift response to the concerns raised by citizens in the South Ruimveldt Park area about severely damaged roads, the Ministry of Public Works, in collaboration with the Ministry of Housing, has initiated remedial works on Aubrey Barker Road. Less than 24 hours after citizens reported the damages, the Ministry of Public Works and […]

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Budget 2024: Victory for the Working Class, says MP Seepaul Narine

Member of Parliament Seepaul Narine asserts that Budget 2024 is a significant victory for the working class, introducing measures that safeguard and advance the lives of workers and their families. Narine’s comments come in response to Opposition MP Maureen Philadelphia, who criticized the government’s fiscal package, claiming it fails to meet the basic needs of […]

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Kemar Roach Stresses Bowlers’ Execution on Brisbane Pitch

Ahead of the Windies’ second Test against Australia in Brisbane, senior West Indies player Kemar Roach emphasizes the importance of bowlers executing their plans on the challenging pitch. While acknowledging the team’s solid performance in the first Test, Roach believes it is crucial for the bowlers to stick to their strategies to compete effectively in […]

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Hayley Matthews Clinches ICC Women’s T20I Cricketer of the Year Award

West Indies captain Hayley Matthews has been crowned the ICC Women’s T20I Cricketer of the Year for 2023, adding to her accolades as a member of the T20 Team of the Year. Matthews is only the second West Indies player to receive this honor, following former skipper Stafanie Taylor in 2015. Matthews, who holds the […]

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Murder Suspect Shaquawn Alleyne Remanded as Family Seeks Swift Justice

Shaquawn Alleyne, known as ‘Izwe,’ has been remanded for the murder of Shonnette Dover in 2021. Alleyne appeared before Magistrate Wanda Fortune via Zoom, facing charges related to the alleged killing that occurred between April 3 and April 30, 2021, at Canvas City, Wismar, Linden. The 24-year-old, unrepresented in court, did not enter a plea […]

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