Construction work for the new Diamond Regional Hospital is advancing smoothly, with preparations for Phase Two underway. Dr. Leslie Ramsammy, Advisor to the Minister of Health, shared the latest update on the project. The new Diamond Regional Hospital, a government initiative, is scheduled for completion by December 2024. Once finished, it will feature 75 beds, […]
Personnel from the Health Ministry’s regulatory bodies are currently participating in a Technical Assistance and Information Exchange (TAIEX) workshop focused on Caribbean Regulatory Systems for Health Products. Facilitated by the European Union, this workshop engages delegates from Barbados, Geneva, Italy, and Spain. The primary goal of the TAIEX workshop is to advance pharmaceutical equity within […]
David Fernandes, the Director of Tacama Gold Incorporated, reports that construction of the wharf in Tacama, Region 10, is currently underway. This critical infrastructure will play a vital role in supporting the corn and soybean project. Since the commitment made in 2022 to reduce the food import bill by 25 percent by 2025, the government […]
As the El Nino season persists, maintaining proper hydration and ventilation in schools is crucial. Deputy Chief Education Officer, Marti De Souza, emphasizes these key measures for teachers, parents, and children. He encourages the involvement of Parent-Teacher Associations and Department Heads in ensuring functional windows for proper air circulation. Looking ahead, De Souza underscores that […]
The Guyana Marketing Corporation (GMC) is set to collaborate with the National Agriculture Research and Extension Institute (NAREI) on the “Cut Rose” project. This initiative, spearheaded by Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha, aims to boost marketing efforts for cut roses, ultimately expanding the project. Minister Mustapha emphasized the project’s substantial positive impact on individuals’ lives and […]
The Attorney General’s Chambers has initiated the process to appeal the decision made by the full court regarding the case involving Winston Jordan and NICIL. This case revolves around the sale of Water Street land to BK Marine for $20 million, significantly below its estimated value of approximately $5 billion. AG Anil Nandlall stated that […]
Roopchan Taylor was earlier today, at the Supreme Court, sentenced to eight years in prison for the unlawful killing of 66-year-old cab driver Aaron Damdar. The incident occurred at Ogle Sideline Dam back in October of 2019. The sexagenarian died days after he fell to the ground after being hit in the face by Taylor […]
Two men today appeared in separate matters before Magistrate Rhondell Weever charged with unlicensed possession of a firearm. Fifty-two-year-old Neil Dutch was arrested on October 8 along Church Street Georgetown, with a Taurus Piston in his possession. The man pleaded not guilty and was remanded until November 15. The second person to be charged with […]
David Singh, a taxi driver, has been charged with fraud amounting to 2.8 million dollars. Allegedly, between March 1 and July 26, Singh conspired to defraud Puntie Kunar, promising assistance in acquiring a plot of land from the Central Housing and Planning Authority. He pleaded not guilty and has been granted 150,000 dollars’ bail. His […]
The Linden Immigration and Passport Office is extending its operating hours to include Saturdays, starting from October 14th. This move is aimed at expediting the distribution of passports and eliminating the existing backlog. In response to the backlog issue, the government has committed to clearing approximately 5,700 pending passports, ensuring a prompt issuance to citizens. […]