At the conclusion of the National Toshaos’ Council (NTC) conference, President Irfaan Ali announced a series of immediate and long-term interventions aimed at addressing the concerns raised by Amerindian leaders during the four-day event. These initiatives are intended to strengthen, sustain, and fortify the resilience of communities in Guyana, particularly those located in the hinterland […]
Vice-President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo of Guyana has accused Khemraj Ramjattan, the leader of the Alliance for Change (AFC), of being “deliberately deceptive” and exploiting vulnerable sugar workers to further his own political agenda. These remarks came during a press conference on Thursday, where Dr. Jagdeo criticized Ramjattan for his recent comments on the sugar industry. […]
A group of determined students from the Sir Gidami Institution in Georgetown and Region 3 emerged victorious in the recent Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC) exams. These young women overcame numerous obstacles on their path to academic excellence and shared their inspirational stories with NCN News. Preparing for the highly anticipated CXC exams is a daunting […]
In a gesture of support for youth development and education, Digicel Guyana presented a total of two million dollars in prizes to the top four schools in their 2023 statewide school’s football competition. The tournament, which spanned from June to August, saw schools from across the country competing passionately on the football field. Carmel Secondary […]
The National Park in Georgetown will be the epicenter of cultural festivities tonight as Guyana prepares to celebrate Amerindian Heritage Month with a grand launch event. The evening will mark the beginning of a month-long series of activities aimed at honoring and preserving the rich heritage and traditions of Guyana’s indigenous communities. The National Park […]
The recent replacement of Span Nine on the Demerara Harbour Bridge (DHB) has brought about significant enhancements, enabling the passage of larger vessels through the waterway. Public Works Minister Juan Edghill provided details about the increased retraction width of the bridge, allowing for more spacious transit of vessels. It was noted that prior to the […]
T10 cricket is making a grand return with the inaugural edition of the Kares Engineering Inc T10 Tape Ball Blast, promising two days of thrilling cricket action at multiple grounds across the city. The competition has already attracted seasoned tape ball players, eager to compete for the enticing prizes at stake. This Saturday, cricket enthusiasts […]
The excitement is building for the highly anticipated Tropical Shipping Drag Wars 2, set to take place on Sunday, July 30th, at the resurfaced South Dakota Circuit. With 25 cars blazing the circuit adding flair with serious horsepower, the event promises to be a high-octane competition. Sponsored by Tropical Shipping, Drag Wars 2 will feature […]
In line with the government’s transformative agenda, Minister of Public Works, Bishop Juan Edghill, conducted a series of community engagements in Linden on Thursday to assess the infrastructural needs of the region. These engagements included a meeting with over 70 contractors to discuss upcoming road works and procurement processes. With a budgetary allocation of 1.6 […]
As preparations for the International Building Expo 2023 gain momentum, exhibitors are being encouraged to register early to avoid last-minute rush. Minister within the Ministry of Housing and Water, Susan Rodrigues, recently conducted a walk-through of the venue, the Guyana National Stadium, where she emphasized the transformation that will take place to accommodate the event. […]