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 […]
The National Communications Network (NCN) is set to host the second season of its popular summer programme, “Budding Broadcaster,” aimed at children between the ages of seven and twelve. The five-day camp will commence on August 14, with the objective of inspiring and nurturing young talents interested in pursuing careers in communications. The programme offers […]
The Rose Hall sugar estate located in East Berbice-Corentyne is gearing up to resume its grinding operations in October this year. Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha has confirmed that the final preparations are underway to meet the set timeline. Last month, the Rose Hall Estate conducted a successful steam trial, a significant step towards its official […]
Opposition Leader Aubrey Norton has launched a strong defense of his offensive statement against First Lady Arya Ali and has dismissed concerns raised by the Ethnic Relations Commission (ERC) regarding his remarks. Earlier this month, the ERC wrote to Aubrey Norton after reviewing a video recording of a public meeting where he made degrading comments […]
President Dr. Irfaan Ali is scheduled to pay a state visit to China later this month to strengthen bilateral ties between the two nations. Although the exact date of the visit has not been announced, Dr. Ali confirmed that discussions will cover both new and existing areas of cooperation. One of the main topics on […]