Finance Minister Dr. Ashni Singh is urging fellow Guyanese to embrace the significance of Diwali, the Festival of Lights. Celebrated on Sunday, November 12, Diwali represents the victory of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance, symbolized by lit diyas welcoming Lord Rama after 14 years of exile. Minister Singh emphasized that […]
Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, General Secretary of the PPP, has criticized the Mayor and City Council of Georgetown (M&CC), controlled by A Partnership for National Unity (APNU), for its lack of accountability and transparency. Jagdeo pointed out that the city council has not updated its asset register or audited its statements for over 20 years. Amid […]
In a recent statement, General Secretary of the PPP, Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, criticized the development strategy proposed by APNU, stating that it lacks substance and indicates an inability to effectively run the country. Jagdeo highlighted the contrast between APNU’s lack of vision and the PPP/C government’s plans for specific projects and programs and expressed his […]
Construction work is advancing smoothly at the Oil and Gas Training College and the Hospitality Institute in Port Mourant, as reported by Region Six Chairman David Armogan. The Port Mourant Training Centre is undergoing transformation into a national training facility aimed at preparing Guyanese youth for careers in the oil and gas and hospitality sectors. […]
The Limacol Secondary School Football League’s 4th edition is set to continue on Sunday and Monday, November 12 and 13, featuring four matches on each day. As the competition enters its third round, Bartica, Chase Academy, and Carmel are the front-runners, having won their first two matches. The upcoming matches include: Sunday Matches: Chase Academy, […]
The annual Hamilton Green’s Cup final, featuring a 9-aside inter-ward knockout competition, is scheduled for Monday, November 13th, at the Georgetown Football Club Ground. The tournament, named after former Mayor Hamilton Green, will kick off with the quarterfinals. The match schedule for the quarterfinals includes: The quarterfinals will commence at 6 p.m., followed by the […]
The Guyana Olympic Association (GOA) has honored Pan-American Games medalists Jasmine Abrams, Emmanuel Archibald, and Leslain Baird with cash rewards in recognition of their historic achievements in Chile. President of the Guyana Olympic Association, Godfrey Munroe, extended congratulations to all athletes representing Guyana across nine sporting disciplines at the games. The disciplines included badminton, track […]
The annual Diwali Motorcade organized by the Guyana Hindu Dharmic Sabha brought joy and festivity to Region 3, captivating thousands of residents on Friday evening. The vibrant motorcade commenced at Wales and Parika, concluding at the Ocean View Mandir in Uitvlugt, West Coast of Demerara. The event featured beautifully decorated floats and a cultural program […]
Urios Collins, a visually impaired resident of the Albouystown community, received a pro-level sound quality Yamaha piano keyboard in support of his musical career. The donation was overseen by Public Affairs Minister Kwame McCoy and fulfilled a promise made by Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo. During the handover, Urios Collins, also known as ‘Leroy,’ expressed […]
In response to President Irfaan Ali’s recent announcements of incentives, various unions in Guyana have expressed their perspectives. The Guyana Teachers Union (GTU) has acknowledged the additional financial benefits for teachers but stressed the importance of collective bargaining. GTU President Mark Lyte stated that while they appreciate the adjustments announced by the president, the union […]