Today, the Muslim community in Guyana and around the world celebrates Youman Nabi, marking the birth and life of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be upon Him). On this significant occasion, President Dr. Irfaan Ali delivered a special message through his social media, reflecting on the Prophet’s enduring legacy and its relevance to contemporary society. […]
The St. Lucia Kings secured a crucial 26-run victory against the Antigua Falcons at the Daren Sammy Stadium, strengthening their campaign in the 2024 Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL). With this win, the Kings have moved into second place on the points table, trailing the Barbados Royals, who hold the top spot based on […]
The 19th Chinese Medical Brigade is wrapping up its one-year tenure in Guyana, having provided medical attention to over 13,000 patients. The team, consisting of 14 medical specialists, was stationed at the Georgetown Public Hospital and Linden Hospital since their arrival in September 2023. Over the past year, the brigade conducted more than 200 surgeries, […]
With Guyana’s economy rapidly expanding, the United Kingdom is positioned to become a key trade and investment partner. This was emphasized by President Dr. Irfaan Ali during the recent launch of the British Guyana Chamber of Commerce in London. In his virtual address, President Ali highlighted the significance of establishing the Chamber, describing it as […]
Rafeek Khan, CEO of Duravilla Homes and Durable Wood Products, has announced plans to significantly increase the construction of timber homes across Guyana over the next year, with a target of building approximately 200-300 houses within the next twelve months. Historically, Guyana’s housing market has shifted from traditional wooden homes to predominantly concrete structures. Currently, […]
The Cyril Potter College of Education (CPCE) has introduced new technologies and conducted additional capacity-building training as part of its ongoing efforts to enhance the quality of teacher education in Guyana. This was highlighted in the latest episode of “Education Spotlight.” With CPCE’s hybrid approach to ensure all teachers are either trained or currently in […]
In the RBL Caribbean Premier League on Friday evening, Akeal Hosein played a crucial role with both bat and ball as the Trinbago Knight Riders clinched a 2-wicket victory over the Barbados Royals in Bridgetown. The Barbados Royals batted first, setting a target of 157 with a score of 156 for 7 in their 20 […]
Sir Shridath S. Ramphal, a highly respected statesman from Guyana and former Commonwealth Secretary-General, was laid to rest today at The Place of the Seven Ponds in the Botanical Gardens. He passed away peacefully on August 30, 2024, surrounded by his family. Born in 1928, Sir Shridath made significant contributions to Guyana’s foreign policy and […]
General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party/Civic and Vice President, Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, has defended the decision to build a new West Demerara Regional Hospital. This comes after President Irfaan Ali’s announcement to replace the current hospital structure with a modern facility, which faced criticism in a recent editorial by Stabroek News. The editorial raised […]
The Ministry of Health’s eye testing and spectacle voucher programme is making a positive difference for many Guyanese, with the latest outreach bringing much-needed services to the Hadfield-Lodge community. The initiative, which offers free eye tests and vouchers to assist with the cost of spectacles, continues to expand its reach across the country. During a […]