December 7, 2024 Guyana’s national 3×3 basketball squad is preparing for its biggest challenge yet, the 2024 FIBA 3×3 AmeriCup, scheduled to take place from December 12 to 15 in San Juan, Puerto Rico. In anticipation of the tournament, VSH United presented footwear to the team at their Carmichael Street location on Wednesday, continuing their […]
December 7, 2024 The Hinterland Scholarship Dormitory in Liliendaal, East Coast Demerara, is set to undergo significant upgrades aimed at enhancing the living and learning environment for students from remote communities. President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali made the announcement during a dinner with hinterland scholarship students at his official residence. The planned upgrades include the […]
By Celestine Chacon, December 7, 2024 The Guyana Tourism Authority (GTA) hosted the grand finale of its second Junior Tourism Cooking Competition earlier today at the Sophia Exhibition Centre. This event is part of the calendar of activities for Tourism Awareness Month. The competition featured finalists from three secondary schools: J.C. Chandisingh Secondary from Region […]
By Tracey Liverpool, December 7, 2024 Construction of the new Mackenzie-Wismar Bridge is progressing as planned, with the project team providing an update on its developments. Project Engineer Pavel Magin reported that work on a temporary bridge, which began in November, is underway. The temporary structure, which includes both a main bridge and a platform, […]
By Tyriq Walters | December 7, 2024 The inaugural edition of the ExxonMobil Guyana Global Super League came to a thrilling conclusion on December 7, 2024, at the National Stadium, Georgetown. After eleven exciting matches, fans were treated to an action-packed finale showcasing top cricket teams from various leagues around the world. The event, which […]
December 7, 2024 Guyana is advancing towards a renewable energy future with the commissioning of a 0.65-megawatt grid-forming solar photovoltaic farm in Mahdia, Region Eight. The $362.41 million project, funded by the Inter-American Development Bank, aims to provide sustainable energy, reduce costs, and lower carbon emissions. The solar farm is projected to save $80.5 million […]
December 7, 2024 Cricket Victoria suffered a 56-run defeat in the finals of the ExxonMobil Guyana Global Super League on Friday evening at the National Stadium Providence, in front of a sizable crowd. Victoria, led by openers Blake Macdonald and Joe Clarke, started strong, capitalizing on the powerplay overs as they chased 179 for the […]
By Travis Seymour, December 6, 2024 On Saturday, Marian Academy and Waramuri Primary will clash for the coveted title of MVP Sports Girls Under-11 Football Champions at the Ministry of Education grounds. After six weeks of intense action, involving 16 teams in a round-robin and knock-out format, the stage is set for the grand finale. […]
By Saskia Warrick, December 6, 2024 Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo has called for stronger reciprocity within the CARICOM trade bloc to address longstanding barriers hindering the export of local products. His remarks came during the Guyana Manufacturing and Services Association (GMSA) Awards Dinner, where local manufacturers raised concerns about these trade challenges. Lesley Ramlall, […]
By Saskia Warrick The Ministry of Social Security and Human Services held its final public consultation earlier today on the new draft bill aimed at providing robust protections against harassment and sexual harassment. This proposed legislation brings the country closer to formalizing legal safeguards while considering Guyana’s unique cultural context. The draft bill, which has […]