The Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) faced challenges related to a shortage of nurses and beds during the year and so, during an end-of-year conference, the institution gave a report on the steps taken to address these issues. Due to a surge in the number of people seeking medical attention at the facility, GPHC experienced […]
The Ministry of Housing and Water in Guyana is set to open a new housing scheme in Moleson Creek, Corentyne, Berbice, as part of the government’s ambitious target to allocate 50,000 house lots by 2025. Minister of Housing and Water, Collin Croal, shared with the media in Berbice that over 29,000 allocations have already been […]
The Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) has announced the commencement of the claims and objections period starting on January 2, 2024. GECOM’s Public Relations Officer, Yolanda Ward, emphasized the significance of the claims and objections period to ensure the accuracy and transparency of the official list of voters. The primary goal is to provide every eligible […]
In a recent announcement, the Linden Mayor and Town Council (LM&TC) staff have received a one-off $25,000 cash bonus. This special cash grant was approved by the government and distributed to recognize the hard work and dedication of the council staff throughout the year. During a meeting in the LM&TC Boardroom, Town Clerk (ag) Lennox […]
Despite only starting oil production four years ago, Guyana’s energy policies have positioned the country’s oil industry as one of the best-managed globally, according to the assessment of Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party. In an interview with NCN reporter, Josiah Williams, Dr. Jagdeo highlighted the international recognition received by Guyana […]
The Guyana Sugar Corporation (GuySuCo) is actively preparing for a robust year of sugar production in 2024, with a focus on enhancing efficiency and cultivation. J As part of a public-private sector partnership, GuySuCo has cleared approximately 750 hectares of land for sugarcane cultivation across all four estates. CEO Sasenarine Singh shared with NCN news […]
The Guyana Basketball Federation (GBF) is putting considerable effort into preparing the national men’s team for the upcoming Caribbean Basketball Confederation (CBC) Championship in 2024. The President of the Guyana Basketball Federation, Michael Singh, shared details on their dedicated approach to ensure the team’s readiness for the tournament. Seeking to replicate the success of the […]
In a heartwarming display of community service, fire officers in Linden went beyond their regular duties to spread Christmas cheer to two families by providing them with food hampers for the festive season. Sub-officer Fenton Drepaul Saul of the Guyana Fire Service shared that this act of kindness falls under their commitment to humanitarian services […]
Guyana and West Indies fast bowler Shemar Joseph expressed his eagerness to make a significant impact in test cricket as he prepares for the Windies tour of Australia scheduled for January 2024. In a recent interview on the Mason and Guest radio show, Shemar Joseph conveyed his excitement about the call-up to the Windies tour […]
The completed construction of the new Diamond Regional Hospital is scheduled for in December 2024. From the last visit to the present date, the construction of the Diamond Regional Hospital has advanced from the foundation stage to the installation of steel frames. The hospital, one of six regional facilities planned across Guyana, is designed to […]