Over the weekend, President Dr. Irfaan Ali officially opened the Mandela to Eccles Highway and Haags Bosch Junction Roundabout. This newly constructed highway not only serves to alleviate traffic congestion along the East Bank corridor but also proudly features one of the symbols depicted in Guyana’s coat of arms – the Golden Jaguar encircled by […]
The Guyana Police Force Traffic Department is increasing its presence at identified accident hotspots in regions three and four. This decision comes in response to a recent surge in fatal accidents, as outlined by Acting Traffic Chief Superintendent Dennis Stephen. Based on the latest statistics, 110 lives have been lost on the country’s roadways this […]
In a concerted effort to bolster food production, the Guyana Livestock Development Authority (GLDA) has distributed black giant and broiler baby chicks to 120 farmers in Region Six. This initiative is part of the Agriculture Ministry’s broader strategy to support local farmers. Over 2,500 chickens were disbursed among sugar workers and residents in Tarlogie on […]
On Tuesday last, the Board of Industrial Training inaugurated its Heavy-Duty Equipment Operator Training program in Region Six, with an impressive turnout of over 370 eager applicants. This initiative is a collaborative effort between the Labour Ministry’s Board of Industrial Training and the Finance Ministry, facilitated through the Basic Needs Trust Fund. The training, slated […]
The highly anticipated Digicel “Deal or No Deal” competition concluded on Sunday, marking an exciting milestone for prepaid customers. A staggering total of 9.4 million dollars in cash prizes were awarded during the course of the promotion. During the second and final qualifying period, which ran from August 6 to August 26, five fortunate participants […]
Dream Vu Homes, a distinguished construction company hailing from Canada, is actively engaged in the creation of contemporary, state-of-the-art communities within burgeoning housing zones across Guyana. Nimron Shah, the Operations Manager of Dream Vu Homes, recently shared the company’s ongoing projects in an exclusive interview with NCN Business. Having secured a government contract, Dream Vu […]
The Ministry of Housing and Water is set to embark on a significant water supply program in Guyana’s hinterland regions, aiming to enhance residents’ access to clean and reliable water sources. This initiative will involve the drilling of numerous wells in these areas before the year 2025. Housing and Water Minister Collin Croal revealed that […]
In a significant development, President Irfaan Ali, who serves as the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, has issued a mandate requiring all new recruits to the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) to learn Spanish. This directive was announced as the President presented 21 new officers with their instruments of commission during a ceremony at State House. […]
In a ceremony held at Olympic House in Lilliendall, the Guyana Olympic Association (GOA) honored a group of remarkable young athletes for their exceptional achievements at the Commonwealth Youth Games in Trinidad and Tobago. The team, comprised of seven athletes, including three swimmers and four track and field athletes, made their nation proud with outstanding […]
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 […]