In a thrilling finale of the “One Guyana King and Queen of the Sand Football” tournament, DC Ballers emerged victorious in the men’s category, defeating LA Ballers 2-1. In the tense contest, an early own-goal by LA Ballers gave DC Ballers a one-nil advantage. Despite several attempts by LA Ballers to level the score, including […]
In the inaugural tri-nation championship basketball series, Guyana secured a victory in their final match against French Guiana, finishing third overall. Led by senior national player Shelroy Thomas, who contributed 16 points, Guyana emerged strong against their French Guiana counterparts. At halftime, Guyana led by six points with a score of 46-40. In the second […]
Chelsea Edghill, the lone Olympian for Guyana and the English-speaking Caribbean in table tennis, is gearing up for a potential second Olympic appearance at the upcoming Summer Games in Paris. With the Olympics scheduled from July 26 to August 11, Edghill faces a tight timeline as she strives to qualify for the multi-sport event. Returning […]
Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo announced during a press conference that the government is not in a hurry to sell Guyana’s remaining carbon credits, despite significant interest from various markets. Currently, 70 percent of Guyana’s carbon credits are attracting attention, and the government aims to explore the available opportunities before finalizing any agreements this year. […]
President Irfaan Ali has announced that the government is seriously considering the construction of a fixed bridge across the Berbice River to accommodate the anticipated economic expansion. The announcement was made during the sod-turning ceremony for the New Amsterdam hospital. President Ali mentioned that discussions are underway with the Berbice Bridge Company Incorporated regarding the […]
In a symbolic ground-breaking ceremony, Guyana marked a pivotal moment in the rebirth of the Brickdam Police Station, which is set to undergo reconstruction. The sod-turning exercise, held at the station’s Brickdam compound, was attended by His Excellency, Joint Services Heads, and the Contractors of the $28.1 million US dollars project. The reconstruction project signifies […]
The Ministry of Labour in Guyana is set to launch a program focused on addressing safety concerns within households across the country. Minister Joseph Hamilton emphasized the need to engage citizens regarding potential hazards within their homes. During a press conference, Minister Hamilton highlighted the importance of educating individuals about safer approaches to household activities, […]
The Solid Waste Department of Georgetown’s Mayor and City Council (M&CC) is set to implement proactive measures toward recycling and waste separation in the upcoming year. Walter Narine, Head of the Solid Waste Department, shared insights into the M&CC’s plans during an exclusive interview with NCN News. As part of their efforts to enhance solid […]
The Central Housing and Planning Authority (CH&PA) in Guyana is fortifying its Projects Department to manage an increased workload and ensure meticulous oversight of ongoing housing projects. Minister of Housing and Water, Collin Croal, announced the implementation of specialized roles, including “clerks of works,” to enhance project monitoring. These newly introduced personnel will play a […]
Minister of Public Service, Sonia Parag, announced that public servants in Guyana will undergo Spanish language training in 2024. The initiative aims to provide free Spanish classes to persons employed in the public sector. The training will be facilitated through the online course provider, Coursera, and is expected to commence by March 2024. Minister Parag […]