Kristin Josiah, NCN Business | February 17, 2025 Over the past four years, the private sector in Guyana has demonstrated significant resilience, with increased access to credit playing a crucial role in fueling economic growth. According to Finance Minister Dr. Ashni Singh, credit extended to the local private sector has surged by approximately 190 billion […]
Delicia Janneire, February 17, 2025 Guyana’s Under-17 men’s football team, the Junior Jags, were unable to secure a spot in the FIFA U-17 World Cup despite a commendable performance in the Concacaf U-17 Men’s Qualifiers held in Costa Rica from February 7 to 16. The team’s hopes were dashed after a 1-1 draw against the […]
Delicia Janneire, February 17, 2025 The government’s goal of transforming the healthcare sector is progressing as plans for over 12 new hospitals to be operational by 2028 are underway. This announcement was made by President Irfaan Ali during the sod-turning ceremony for a new hospital, where he outlined several milestones in the sector’s ongoing development. […]
Delicia Janneire, February 17, 2025 The distribution of the $100,000 cash grant to each eligible Guyanese adult has officially commenced in Region Four. Earlier today, residents from various communities along the East Bank Demerara corridor gathered in large numbers to collect their checks. The initiative has received widespread praise from the beneficiaries, with many expressing […]
February 17, 2025 Veteran Guyanese left-arm spinner Veerasammy Permaul has set his sights on achieving 700 first-class wickets after recently reaching a career milestone of 652 wickets. Permaul, who has represented Guyana since 2007, achieved this feat during a rain-affected match against the West Indies Academy at the National Stadium in Providence on Saturday. Despite […]
Tracy Romalho, February 17, 2025 Education Minister Priya Manickchand has criticized opposition leader Aubrey Norton’s recent proposal to impose conditions on the ‘Because We Care’ cash grant. Norton, during a press conference, suggested that if his coalition wins the upcoming elections, his government would tie the distribution of the grant to student attendance. Manickchand addressed […]
Celestine Chacon February 17, 2025 Team Taliban emerged victorious in the 7th Mashramani Street Football Championship, securing a 4-3 win over North East La Penitence after a dramatic penalty shootout. The finals, held at the National Park, saw intense action with both teams battling through regular and extra time before the game was ultimately decided […]
Celestine Chacon February 17, 2025 Twenty students were recognized for their exceptional leadership abilities during the fourth Guyana-China Friendship Youth Leadership Development Competition at a ceremony held at the Chinese Embassy in Georgetown. The event was organized in collaboration with the Ministry of Education’s Allied Arts Unit. Each of the honored students received both a […]
Celestine Chacon, NCN News February 17, 2025 The Guyana Prison Service is making significant strides in its transition from a penal to a correctional institution, with substantial improvements being made to the infrastructure of the prison system. These updates are part of the current government’s commitment to modernizing and enhancing the conditions within the country’s […]
By Celestine ChaconFebruary 17, 2025 The Ministry of Human Services and Social Security is set to establish the first forensic interview unit in Guyana, a significant step in enhancing the protection of vulnerable children in the country. The announcement was made by Minister Dr. Vindhya Persaud during a recent press conference. The state-owned forensic interview […]