By Delicia Janneire – NCN News – January 2, 2025 In his New Year’s Day message, President Dr. Irfaan Ali outlined several interventions aimed at advancing the livelihoods of citizens, which will be implemented throughout 2025. He emphasized that the government is committed to creating a transformed Guyana where every citizen, including women and youth, […]
Jan 2, 2025 Despite encountering minor challenges, the Gas to Energy project has reached significant milestones, as confirmed by President Dr. Irfaan Ali during his end-of-year press conference. Among the achievements highlighted by the President was the completion of a 250-kilometre pipeline to a new facility on the West Coast of Demerara, a critical component […]
Jan 2, 2025 The installation of the first tower at the Government’s Office Complex is set to begin on January 14, according to Project Consultant, Chaman Basdeo. This announcement was made during a recent site visit by Minister of Public Works, Juan Edghill. The 15.8-billion-dollar project, which will feature a 12-storey office building, has faced […]
Jan 2, 2025 The Ministry of Health has successfully met the United Nations Programme on HIV and AIDS (UNAIDS) objective, with 95% of persons living with HIV in Guyana now aware of their HIV status. This milestone was announced by Minister of Health, Dr. Frank Anthony, during his end-of-year press briefing. Dr. Anthony credited the […]
Jan 2, 2025 To strengthen breast cancer screening across the country, the Ministry of Health has procured four mammography machines that will be installed at the New Amsterdam, Linden, Lethem, and Suddie Hospitals. The move aims to enhance early detection and treatment of breast cancer, the most common cancer among women in Guyana. Minister of […]
By Travis Seymour – NCN News – December 31, 2024 Outgoing President of the Guyana Bodybuilding and Fitness Federation (GBBFF), Keavon Bess, has hailed 2024 as a pivotal year for bodybuilding in the country, following the successful hosting of the Central America and Caribbean (CAC) Championship. Guyana’s victory as overall champions at the event marked […]
December 31, 2024 Police in Linden have arrested one of the two suspects involved in a shooting incident early Sunday morning at Dakama Circle, Five Corner Junction, Mackenzie. The arrest comes as the police investigation continues into the altercation that left five individuals injured. According to a police report released on Sunday, at least three […]
December 31, 2024 President Dr. Irfaan Ali has confirmed that the upcoming 2025 national budget will introduce a number of exciting new measures aimed at furthering the country’s economic and social development. The government is working to present an early 2025 budget, which will focus on improving the quality of life for all Guyanese. This […]
By Radha Motielall, NCN News – December 31, 2024 President Dr. Irfaan Ali has assured the public that the government’s development strategy will remain centered on the people, even as the country approaches the 2025 general and regional elections. Speaking at State House today, President Ali emphasized that his government’s strategy has always been driven […]
By Nakasia Logan, NCN News – December 31, 2024 A devastating fire early this morning in Louisa Row, Georgetown, has left nine individuals, including school-aged children and an infant, homeless after it destroyed two homes and partially damaged a third. The fire reportedly started around 3:00 AM and quickly engulfed the wooden structures, leaving residents […]