The Region 10 Regional Democratic Council (RDC) held its latest statutory meeting, focusing on key issues including health and infrastructure within the region. The ongoing fight against dengue was a priority topic, with Regional Health Officer Dr. Gregory Harris reporting a significant reduction in cases. The first phase of dengue prevention measures has been effective, […]
The Guyana Volleyball Federation (GVF) is set to host a one-off Goodwill tournament from August 24-26, featuring volleyball teams from Trinidad and Tobago competing against local teams. The event will take place at the National Gymnasium, Georgetown, with teams set to compete across four categories: Under-15 girls, Under-19 girls, and Senior men’s divisions. Two clubs […]
By Saskia Warrick Guyana’s Hatching Egg Project, which began in 2023, is set to reduce the country’s reliance on imports as local production continues to rise. With over 27,000 hatching eggs produced so far, the initiative is positioned to help the country move toward self-sufficiency in the poultry industry. Guyana currently imports approximately 53 million […]
By Samuel Gillis The Ministry of Human Services and Social Security extended its services to residents of Bareroot, East Coast Demerara, as part of its ongoing community outreach initiative. The outreach provided access to a range of services, including the Difficult Circumstances Unit, the Childcare Protection Agency, and the Family Enhancement and Domestic Violence Services. […]
By Royan Abrams Regional authorities in Region Six have commenced budget consultations for 2025, meeting with head teachers from nursery, primary, and secondary schools to discuss the region’s education needs. The discussions, led by Regional Executive Officer (REO) Narindra Persaud, aimed to ensure that the specific requirements of schools are represented in the upcoming budget. […]
Guyana has taken a significant step toward meeting the growing demand for dehydrated fruits and other commodities with the opening of a $14.3M Dehydrating Facility at Hope Estate. The facility aims to increase the production of value-added products for both local and international markets, such as Trinidad & Tobago, Chile, and Brazil. The new food […]
By Shannon Totaram The Regional Democratic Council (RDC) convened its monthly statutory meeting on Thursday to address key regional issues, including health, infrastructure, and education. One of the main topics discussed was the ongoing dengue fever mosquito fogging exercise. The first phase of the program has reduced the number of reported dengue cases in the […]
By Nakasia Logan Georgetown’s sewage system is nearing a critical point due to improper waste disposal practices by residents and businesses, according to Guyana Water Incorporated (GWI) CEO, Shaik Baksh. During a press conference, Baksh outlined the ongoing challenges posed by frequent blockages and system overloads, which have strained the city’s aging infrastructure. Baksh explained […]
By Josiah Williams The People’s Progressive Party (PPP) remains resolute in its support of the mining sector and Amerindian communities across Guyana. General Secretary, Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, reaffirmed this position while responding to recent criticisms from the Guyana Human Rights Association, an organization Jagdeo labeled as anti-PPP. Speaking at a press conference on Thursday, Jagdeo […]
By Nakasia Logan Guyana Water Incorporated (GWI) is poised to revolutionize its operations with the introduction of smart metering technology by the end of 2024. The new technology aims to streamline water management, reduce manual meter reading efforts, and increase operational efficiency. Chief Executive Officer of GWI, Shaik Baksh, announced the development during a recent […]