By Celestine Chacon, NCN News – December 28, 2024 The Ethnic Relations Commission (ERC) has revealed the winners of its highly anticipated Jingle Competition during an awards ceremony held on Friday at the Umana Yana in Kingston, Georgetown. The competition, launched on November 1st, aimed to promote unity and harmony among Guyana’s diverse ethnic groups, […]
By Celestine Chacon, NCN News – December 28, 2024 A newly commissioned $528 million pump station in Andrews, Region Two, is set to significantly enhance flood prevention and agricultural irrigation in the region. The state-of-the-art facility, which is designed to drain up to 100 cubic feet of water per second, is a major investment aimed […]
By Tyriq Walters – December 27, 2024 The inaugural One Guyana Squash President’s Cup has been hailed as a resounding success by Guyana Squash Association (GSA) President, David Fernandes. Speaking to NCN Sport, Fernandes expressed gratitude for the support from the Government of Guyana, particularly the Ministry of Sport and the National Sports Commission. “This […]
December 27, 2024 Overseas-based Guyanese boxer Elton Dharry is feeling confident as he heads into his pre-world title fight on December 28 at the newly refurbished Cliff Anderson Sports Hall. Dharry, who will face undefeated Colombian knockout artist Randy Ramirez, remains unbothered by the challenge ahead, despite it being one of his toughest fights of […]
By Saskia Warrick – December 27, 2024 The President’s Men on Mission Initiative is transforming the lives of homeowners by improving property values and facilitating easier access to bank loans. At a newly constructed home in Cummings Lodge, President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali outlined the initiative’s broader economic and infrastructural impact. The program has contributed […]
By Saskia Warrick – December 27, 2024 Guyana’s energy sector is poised for a significant transformation with the approval of a $526 million loan from the US Export-Import Bank to support the country’s ambitious Gas-to-Energy (GTE) project. This initiative aims to boost energy security, cut emissions, and enhance the nation’s electricity capacity. The project will […]
December 27, 2024 The government is set to begin the distribution of the $100,000 cash grant to pensioners next week, as part of a broader initiative to assist Guyanese citizens. During a press conference earlier today, PPP General Secretary and Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo confirmed that the Ministry of Finance has already prepared checks […]
By Josiah Williams – December 26, 2024 The Regional Democratic Council of Region 6 and the New Amsterdam Hospital celebrated Christmas Day with a heartwarming distribution of hampers to newborns and their mothers, marking a special occasion for families in the region. Among the notable arrivals was a pair of twin boys born to Ashley […]
By Jacquey Bourne – December 27, 2024 The Linden Hospital Complex celebrated Christmas Day with the arrival of two newborns, adding joy to the festive season. The first baby, a healthy boy weighing 2.950 kg, was delivered to Reanna Mason, a young mother from Kwakwani, at 12:14 pm. This marks Mason’s second child. Later in […]
December 27, 2024 The West Indies Women were once again outclassed by India, losing the final match of their three-match One Day International series in Vadodara by 5 wickets, with 130 balls to spare. This defeat completed a clean sweep for India, who had already won the first two matches by 211 and 115 runs […]