By Kimberly GiddingsDecember 11, 2024 The Ministry of Human Services and Social Security has introduced a new initiative called “The Golden Generation” programme, designed to provide essential services and foster inclusivity for senior citizens across Guyana. The programme will be rolled out nationwide starting in the New Year, with sessions held twice weekly. The Ministry […]
By Kimberly GiddingsDecember 11, 2024 On Tuesday, 43 women in Region Two graduated from a cosmetology training programme organized by the Office of the First Lady in collaboration with the Board of Industrial Training (BIT). The graduation ceremony, held at the Essequibo Technical Institute, also celebrated the achievements of 150 other individuals who completed various […]
By Josiah WilliamsDecember 11, 2024 The Guyana National Bureau of Standards (GNBS) has officially opened its new state-of-the-art laboratory and administrative building, marking a significant step towards enhancing the country’s business competitiveness in both local and international markets. Speaking at the event, President Dr. Irfaan Ali emphasized the importance of accreditation capacity as the nation […]
By Eric CollymoreDecember 11, 2024 West Indies batting coach Floyd Reifer has expressed his satisfaction with the team’s performance after securing an early series win over Bangladesh in the ongoing three-match one-day international (ODI) series. The West Indies took a 2-0 lead on Tuesday, clinching a seven-wicket victory in St. Kitts. In a post-match interview […]
By Eric CollymoreDecember 11, 2024 The Royal International Hotel has partnered with the Petra Organisation as a major sponsor for the fifth edition of the KFC Goodwill International Schools Football League, set to begin on Sunday, December 15, at the Ministry of Education ground in Georgetown. This year’s tournament will feature regional teams from Trinidad […]
By Celestine ChaconDecember 11, 2024 Public servants have expressed strong approval of the salary increase announced by President Irfaan Ali, which will take effect from January 1st, 2024. The 10% increase will be retroactive, with an additional 8% planned for 2025. The increase is part of a broader set of measures aimed at alleviating the […]
By Celestine ChaconDecember 11, 2024 A graduation ceremony was held today at the Atlantic Ballroom, Pegasus Suites, where 82 students successfully completed the Ministry of Health’s Clinical and Technical Training program, marking a significant milestone for the country’s expanding healthcare workforce. The graduates included 25 X-ray technicians, 28 Environmental Health Assistants, 16 Dentex, and 13 […]
By Tyriq WaltersDecember 10, 2024 The Bartica Community Centre was filled with energy on Monday as the Region 7 edition of the CNOOC Petroleum Guyana Limited-Guyana Table Tennis Association (GTTA) Championships took place, alongside the National School Teams and Singles event, sponsored by the Ministry of Education. Over 30 student-athletes from Bartica Secondary, Three Mile […]
By Tyriq WaltersDecember 12, 2024 Dominic Vincente, a key player for Guyana’s number one basketball team, the Ravens, is excited to represent his country on the international stage as part of Team Guyana for the FIBA 3×3 AmeriCup 2024. This weekend, he will compete in San Juan, Puerto Rico, marking his first national call-up. Vincente, […]
By Travis SeymourDecember 10, 2024 The Guyana Powerlifting Federation’s Senior National Championships, held at the St. Stanislaus College auditorium over the weekend, saw standout performances from Nangita Seenarine, Ashlie Abraham, and Joseph Stoll, who each set new national records in their respective categories. Nangita Seenarine dominated the 47 kg women’s open equipped category, breaking national […]