By Eric Collymore Trinidad and Tobago Prime Minister Dr. Keith Rowley emphasized the pressing need for improved management skills both on and off the cricket field during his address at the opening ceremony of the CARICOM cricket conference. Dr. Rowley underscored the growing impatience within the region regarding the state of West Indies cricket, prompting […]
By Eric Collymore Today, the heads of several Caribbean nations convened in Trinidad for a regional cricket conference focused on the theme of “Reinvigorating West Indies Cricket.” This initiative arose from the last CARICOM heads’ meeting, where it was collectively decided to explore the business trajectory of the sport. President Dr. Irfaan Ali delivered an […]
By Eric Collymore The first-ever Guyana Football Federation-Blue Water Shipping Under-15 Girls’ National Secondary School Championship was officially launched on Wednesday, heralding the commencement of Guyana’s largest girls’ football tournament. From May 4 onwards, over one thousand student athletes from sixty schools nationwide will partake in the championship. This event marks the initiation of the […]
Public Works Minister Juan Edghill assured vendors along the Kitty Seawall that those who have received permission from the Sea and River Defence Board will be allowed to continue vending. However, Minister Edghill emphasized the importance of adhering to permit guidelines. During a meeting with vendors along the Kitty Seawall Corridor, Minister Edghill clarified that […]
In a recent statement, Dr. Tedros Ghebreyesus, Chief of the World Health Organization (WHO), emphasized the critical role of immunization in global health. Dr. Tedros underscored that immunization stands as the single most effective health strategy for ensuring healthy lives, from infancy to adulthood. The WHO’s Essential Programme of Immunization (EPI) has enabled millions worldwide […]
In a bid to enhance hospitality and tourism services in the region, the Region Ten Tourism Committee (RTTC) recently organized a Customer Service Training session in Linden. The RTTC collaborated with the Greater Guyana Initiative to host the training, which aimed to equip front desk operators, business owners, and customer service representatives with essential skills. […]
In a bid to alleviate the persistent traffic congestion at the Wismar/McKenzie bridge, the Linden Mayor & Town Council (LM&TC) is exploring a new strategy. Mayor Sharma Solomon revealed that the council is actively considering a plan to mobilize taxi operators at the Wismar shore. Currently, the majority of taxis operate from McKenzie and travel […]
As World Immunization Week marks its 50th anniversary, First Lady Arya Ali emphasizes the critical importance of vaccination in reducing vaccine-preventable diseases. Throughout this week, health centers across Guyana have been actively conducting vaccination drives, administering essential vaccines such as MMR, Tetanus, HPV, and Hepatitis B in schools, organizations, and communities. This concerted effort commemorates […]
By Saskia Warrick At the 16th National Climate Outlook Forum convened earlier today, meteorologists delivered a forecast signaling the transition from dry El Nino conditions to the onset of the May/June rainy season. The forum, attended by key agencies nationwide, served as a platform to discuss early climate predictions and formulate risk management strategies, particularly […]
By Samuel Sukhnandan Amidst rising tensions fueled by racial divisiveness, Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs, Anil Nandlall, is urging Guyanese to stand united and reject attempts to sow discord based on race. In his recent program, ‘Issues in the News,’ Attorney General Anil Nandlall delivered a passionate plea for Guyanese to resist the […]