By Tracey Liverpool – January 2, 2025 Region Ten welcomed the New Year with a special arrival as Mohanie Sugrim gave birth to the only baby born in the region on January 1. The healthy baby boy was delivered just after midnight at the Linden Hospital Complex (LHC), bringing joy to his family. At exactly […]
By Saskia Warrick – January 2, 2025 The Ministry of Local Government and Regional Development will conduct impact assessments at Neighbourhood Democratic Councils (NDCs) in Regions 4 and 5 to evaluate the implementation of best practices following recent training programs. The assessments are part of an effort to enhance governance, accountability, and transparency at the […]
By Nakasia Logan – January 2, 2025 The year 2024 saw significant advancements in Guyana’s water sector, with notable improvements in services and expanded access to treated water, particularly in remote areas. President Irfaan Ali highlighted these achievements during his year-end press conference. As of the end of 2024, 98.3 percent of the population now […]
By Nakasia Logan – January 2, 2025 The Ministry of Human Services and Social Security has made significant strides over the past year in improving the lives of Persons Living with Disabilities (PLWD), ensuring they have better access to essential services, benefits, and support. Minister of Human Services and Social Security, Dr. Vindhya Persaud, highlighted […]
By Tracey Liverpool, NCN News – January 2, 2025 With the arrival of the New Year, residents of Linden are entering 2025 with a sense of optimism and determination. As is customary, the start of the year serves as a time for reflection, gratitude, and the setting of new goals. In Linden, this transition has […]
By Jacquey Bourne – NCN Sports– Jan 2, 2025 Botofago FC emerged as the champions of the Upper Demerara Football Association (UDFA) Year-End Futsal Tournament after securing a thrilling 10-6 victory over Milerock in the final, held on New Year’s night at the Retrieve Hard Court. Botofago’s high-scoring triumph earned them the prestigious title, alongside […]
By Eric Collymore – NCN Sports – January 2, 2025 Sparta Boss and Bent Street ‘A’ will clash in the final of the inaugural Kashif and Shanghai One Guyana National Futsal Championship after both teams overcame tough semi-final challenges. The highly anticipated final is set for tomorrow night at the Cliff Anderson Sports Hall. In […]
By Delicia Janneire – NCN News – January 2, 2025 During a press conference today, Vice President and PPP General Secretary Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo addressed questions surrounding the completion timeline for the new Demerara River Bridge, following President Dr. Irfaan Ali’s New Year message. While the President indicated that the bridge would be operational by […]
By Delicia Janneire – NCN News – January 2, 2025 In his New Year’s Day message, President Dr. Irfaan Ali outlined several interventions aimed at advancing the livelihoods of citizens, which will be implemented throughout 2025. He emphasized that the government is committed to creating a transformed Guyana where every citizen, including women and youth, […]
Jan 2, 2025 Despite encountering minor challenges, the Gas to Energy project has reached significant milestones, as confirmed by President Dr. Irfaan Ali during his end-of-year press conference. Among the achievements highlighted by the President was the completion of a 250-kilometre pipeline to a new facility on the West Coast of Demerara, a critical component […]