The first set of mock exams for the 2024 National Grade Six Assessment (NGSA) is currently in progress across Guyana. Students are engaging in English and Science Papers one and two, with Mathematics and Social Studies, papers one and two scheduled for the following day. This preparatory phase is crucial for students as they gear […]
In a significant development, the Acting Chancellor, Justice Yonette Cummings Edwards, has unveiled comprehensive plans for the expansion and restructuring of Guyana’s magistracy. The proposed changes are designed to effectively address the diverse needs of the population and enhance the overall efficiency and accessibility of the judicial system. As part of these transformative measures, several […]
The Linden Mayor and Town Council are contemplating the introduction of permits for residents engaged in livestock rearing, addressing concerns raised about increased livestock activities in residential areas. Councilor Ryan Richards proposed the idea during a recent statutory meeting, emphasizing the need to monitor the sanitary conditions associated with livestock rearing. Richards, addressing the full […]
Preparations are in full swing for the upcoming Guyana Energy Conference and Supply Chain Expo 2024, scheduled for next month. Public Works Minister Juan Edghill emphasized that the event aims to provide all Guyanese with an opportunity to engage in the energy sector. During a discussion on ‘Energy Perspectives,’ Minister Edghill encouraged local small and […]
As Guyana gears up to host matches in the 2024 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup from June 4 to 20, the Minister of Sport, Charles Ramson Jr., expresses satisfaction with the ongoing preparations at the National Stadium, Providence. In 2023, officials from the International Cricket Council (ICC) and Cricket West Indies (CWI) conducted a venue […]
The Guyana Police Force’s Traffic Department emphasizes the need for educating drivers on the safe and proper usage of roundabouts. Traffic Officer Ronald Payne highlighted this concern during the weekly ‘Road Safety and You’ program. He expressed that a significant challenge is observed in individuals, especially those from outside the area, who are unfamiliar with […]
U.S. Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for the Western Hemisphere, Daniel P. Erikson, concluded a two-day visit to Guyana, emphasizing the importance of robust interaction and engagement between the U.S. Department of Defense and the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) in 2024. The visit aimed to deepen collaboration in various areas, including cybersecurity, training, and information […]
Over the past ten days, the Guyana Fire Service has faced a surge in fire incidents, responding to a total of 27 fires, including two tragic fatalities. Chief Fire Officer, Gregory Wickham, revealed in an exclusive interview with NCN News that the majority of these fires were determined to be of electrical origin. Out of […]
Agriculture in Guyana’s hinterland regions is undergoing significant expansion, transitioning from subsistence farming to community-based farming. Minister of Amerindian Affairs, Pauline Sukhai, shared that the construction of 17 shade houses has played a pivotal role in this transformation. The move towards community-based agriculture is evident in the shift from individual subsistence farming to larger community […]
Amerindian communities in Guyana have utilized over three billion dollars from carbon credit funds, according to an update from Amerindian Affairs Minister Pauline Sukhai. The funds, generated from the sale of carbon credits, are making a significant impact on the transformation of Indigenous communities. In 2022, 232 Amerindian communities utilized 3.6 billion dollars from carbon […]