More than fifty residents from North Blueberry Hill in Linden are taking a significant step towards achieving home ownership, as they received their agreements of sale during an outreach led by Minister within the Ministry of Housing and Water, Susan Rodrigues. The initiative is part of the government’s broader housing program aimed at regularizing squatting […]
Dr. Leslie Ramsammy, Advisor to the Minister of Health, has assured the public that the Charles Roza School of Nursing will continue to operate and serve the community, contrary to rumors suggesting closure. Ramsammy posited that the government has no plans to shut down the institution, as he emphasized commitment to improving the nursing school […]
A total of 72 nursing students celebrated their graduation at the 24th biennial graduation ceremony of Charles Roza School of Nursing. The event, held at Philu’s Entertainment World, marked the successful completion of various programs, including registered nursing, nursing assistants, Medex, and post-basic nursing programs. These graduates are now certified to provide essential services in […]
Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP/C), has expressed concern over the Opposition’s lack of responsiveness to government invitations and responsibilities. He accused the Opposition of not fulfilling their mandate to the people, citing their handling of the Petroleum Activities Bill and the Natural Resources Fund Public Accountability and Oversight Committee. […]
The Government of Guyana will be dispatching a broad-based delegation to Chinese Landing in Region 1, to conduct a comprehensive situational analysis following the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights’ (IACHR) issuance of precautionary measures in favor of the Indigenous Community of Chinese Landing. This decision was disclosed by Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, General Secretary of the […]
Georgetown Chamber of Commerce & Industry (GCCI) hosted a Networking Cocktail event aimed at fostering collaboration and connections among entrepreneurs to boost their businesses. The event was organized as part of the Chamber’s observance of National Small Business Week. Under the theme “Strategic Collaboration for Success,” the Networking Cocktail event served as a platform for […]
In a joint effort, ExxonMobil and Family Awareness Consciousness Together (FACT), a local non-governmental organization, hosted a summer camp that benefited over 100 children and adolescents in Corriverton, Berbice. The program, which received a generous contribution of $30 million, focused on empowering the youth through various subjects, including science, robotics, and mathematics. ExxonMobil’s Community Relations […]
Participants of the recently concluded Speaker’s National Youth Debating competition have been offered apprenticeship opportunities to further nurture their talents and skills. The apprenticeship program was announced by Hon. Charles Ramson, Minister of Culture, Youth, and Sport, during the competition’s closing ceremony and awards. Impressed by the outstanding performances and enthusiasm demonstrated by the participants, […]
The Guyana Tourism Authority (GTA) is gearing up to launch 15 new tourism products before the end of the year, according to GTA Director, Kamrul Baksh. The upcoming products will cover a wide range of offerings, including nature-based, adventure, culinary, and culture and heritage experiences. To incentivize the development of these new products, the GTA […]
Guyana and West Indies all-rounder, Kevin Sinclair, is eagerly awaiting the opportunity to make his debut for the West Indies cricket team in the second test match against India on July 20 in Trinidad and Tobago. The Cricket West Indies selection panel has called up Kevin Sinclair into the squad for the second test match […]