A devastating incident unfolded in Central Amelia’s Ward, Linden, on Christmas morning, as a fire claimed the lives of a dedicated nurse, Zoella Lawrence Bailey, and her two nieces, 16-year-old Angelique Lawrence and 8-year-old Ronika. The Guyana Fire Service is currently conducting an investigation into the tragic incident, responding to a call at approximately 02:05 […]
A heartwarming story unfolded in Corentyne, as Anita Lloyd, a single mother of six, received the gift of a new home for Christmas. President Dr. Irfaan Ali, in collaboration with the Men on Mission initiative and the local business community, made this Christmas wish a reality for the Lloyd family. Anita Lloyd, 35 years old, […]
Guyana’s coconut industry is set to undergo further development, with an additional 1,000 acres earmarked for coconut production by the end of the year. This expansion is part of the sector’s ongoing diversification efforts to enhance productivity and contribute to economic growth. In the current year, Guyana has acquired 13,000 high-yielding Brazilian green dwarf coconut […]
On Christmas Day, the staff at Linden Hospital Complex celebrated the arrival of three newborns, bringing joy and warmth to the holiday season. The first baby, a boy named Hakim, was born to 25-year-old Chontelle Forde at 1:40 am. Forde, a third-time mom, expressed her happiness and gratitude, thanking God for a safe delivery. Tamni […]
In his Christmas Day message, President Irfaan Ali expressed Guyana’s unwavering commitment to the ideal of peace and called for an end to suffering caused by conflicts in various parts of the world. The President extended greetings to all Guyanese, acknowledging the challenges faced throughout the year and emphasizing the importance of understanding these circumstances. […]
In a display of exceptional strength and skill, top powerlifters including Nangita Seenarine, Romeo Hunter, Saif Abdool, Fazim Abdool, and Yogaishawar Secharan dominated their respective weight categories during the Guyana Amateur Powerlifting Federation’s Senior Nationals Championship. Nangita Seenarine: Nangita Seenarine emerged as the top female lifter, leading among her counterparts after achieving remarkable results in […]
In a festive celebration, hundreds of children from various communities in Region Ten received toys and treats during the government’s Christmas toy drive and fun day. The event, part of President Dr. Irfaan Ali’s initiative to spread Christmas cheer across the country, featured a day of fun and interaction with Minister of Foreign Affairs and […]
Cricket West Indies has revealed the squad for the ICC Men’s Under-19 Cricket World Cup, scheduled to take place in South Africa from January 19 to February 11, 2024. Notable among the Guyanese players selected is Isai Thorne, a right-handed bat and right-arm fast bowler who represented the West Indies in the previous World Cup […]
During a recent meeting with rice farmers in Mahaicony and surrounding communities, Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha addressed major concerns raised by farmers, including saltwater intrusion from the Mahaicony River, freshwater availability, and the need for excavation works in the area. Responding to these concerns, Minister Mustapha immediately initiated measures to address the issues. These include […]
The Court of Appeal has delivered its ruling on the APNU+AFC’s case, Election Petition 88/2020, which was previously rejected by the High Court two years ago. This case pertained to the recount of the 2020 general and regional elections in Guyana. The Acting Chancellor of the Judiciary, Justice Yonette Cummings-Edwards, along with Justices of Appeal […]