The head coach of the Guyana Harpy Eagles, Ryan Hercules, expressed confidence in his team’s ability to defend their title in the upcoming Regional Four-day championship. However, rain has hampered the team’s preparations, impacting practice matches. Hercules, a level three coach, acknowledged that the weather conditions were not ideal, with rain affecting scheduled practice games. […]
On day one of the second test match against Australia, the West Indies faced a top-order collapse, but resilient performances from Joshua DaSilva and Kavem Hodge rescued the innings, putting the team in a promising position at stumps. After opting to bat, the West Indies found themselves struggling at 64 for 5, with Kraigg Brathwaite, […]
The President of the Guyana Boxing Association, Steve Ninvalle, announced the cancellation of the Terrence Ali National Open due to scheduling challenges. However, an Elite Development Championship is set to take place on Friday at the National Gymnasium as an alternative. Ninvalle highlighted that the boxing card for the National Gymnasium is primarily aimed at […]
A significant harvest of approximately two million pounds of ginger is anticipated in February, according to Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha. As part of Guyana’s focus on improving value chains and generating more income for farmers, Region One has been designated as the spice region with over 300 acres of ginger and 100 acres of turmeric […]
As Budget 2024 discussions continue, Opposition MP Beverly Alert has emphasized the need for effective monitoring of the significant financial allocations to various sectors. Alert believes that the focus should be on ensuring value for money, especially in major investments in infrastructure, healthcare, human services, and education. She expressed concern about the results of investments […]
The budget debate has entered its fourth day, with the opposition continuing to assert that the budget lacks sufficient provisions for vulnerable members of society. In the latest session, the APNU/AFC shadow for human services, Natasha Singh-Lewis, raised concerns about child abuse cases and the limited number of social workers and childcare officers across the […]
In the ongoing budget debates, Opposition MP Hamraj Rajkumar and Government MP Faizal Jaffarally engaged in a heated exchange regarding the coverage of educational needs for citizens. Opposition MP Hamraj Rajkumar expressed disappointment with the government’s budget, alleging that it fails to meet the educational needs of every citizen. He specifically mentioned the absence of […]
Omni Helicopters Guyana Inc, in collaboration with Exxon Mobil, celebrated its first anniversary, reflecting on significant milestones achieved in the aviation sector. One notable achievement is their commitment to providing training opportunities for young people, with a recent focus on search and rescue operations. Gerry Gouviea Jr, a pilot at Omni Helicopters Guyana Inc, highlighted […]
United Airlines is set to begin serving the Guyanese market from April 1, 2024, according to the Director General of the Guyana Civil Aviation Authority, Egbert Fields. The nonstop air services will connect the oil capital of the USA, Houston, Texas, with Georgetown, Guyana. United Airlines expressed its interest in commencing operations in Guyana in […]
Avocado has gained popularity as a superfood due to its numerous health benefits. In tonight’s NCN Health report, sponsored by Essential Care Pharmacy and GTM Insurance, we explore the advantages of incorporating avocados into your diet. Avocados are rich in essential nutrients, including Vitamins A, B, C, E, K, Magnesium, Manganese, Copper, Iron, and Phosphorous. […]