The Latino community in Guyana is gearing up for “Fiesta Latina,” a vibrant cultural festival scheduled for Saturday, August 10, at the Promenade Gardens. The event, which starts at 5 PM and is expected to continue into the night, promises to offer an immersive experience of Latin American cultures. The festival will feature performances from […]
Guyana is introducing a Bachelor of Science Degree in Respiratory Care at the University of Guyana, marking a significant expansion in the country’s academic offerings. This new program, launched recently, is a collaborative effort involving the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC), the Ministry of Health, UG, and several U.S. universities, including Texas State University. Professor […]
Lindeners are set to celebrate Emancipation at the fifth annual Freedom Fest, themed “Shades of Melanin.” The event, organized by Legacy Entertainment, will take place on August 1 at Richmond Hill. The theme “Shades of Melanin” aims to include all Guyanese and celebrate Black excellence. Jermaine Figueira, promoter of Freedom Fest, highlighted that the festival […]
District 10 emerged victorious at ExxonMobil’s inaugural Inter-District Youth Relay Festival 2024, held on Sunday at the National Track and Field Facility in Lenora. District 10 showcased their dominance by securing the championship title with 172 points, narrowly beating Georgetown, which finished with 170 points to claim second place. Berbice took third place, followed by […]
The ‘Adopt-an-Orphanage’ project, spearheaded by First Lady Arya Ali, has officially entered its third phase. A ceremony at the State House today marked this significant milestone, with several corporate sponsors and diplomatic missions pledging their support for the initiative. Described as a movement driven by love and compassion, the third phase of the Adopt-an-Orphanage project […]
The ‘Teach Them Young’ table tennis programme is currently underway at the National Gymnasium, a collaborative effort between the Guyana Table Tennis Association, the National Sports Commission, and CNOOC Petroleum Guyana Ltd. National Table Tennis Coach Linden Johnson has identified several key areas for improvement that he believes will greatly benefit the sport. Johnson emphasized […]
A night of steel jamboree, PanJam, is set to captivate attendees this Saturday, July 27, at Park Rayne in Rahaman’s Park. PanJam is an event celebrating Caribbean music and culture, showcasing steel pan performances along with genres such as soca, dancehall, reggae, and calypso. Founder Reon Miller expressed his excitement for the event, highlighting its […]
To reduce the risk of contracting dengue, individuals are urged to protect themselves from mosquito bites and regularly clean their homes and surroundings. ‘ Learn more in tonight’s NCN Health Report sponsored by Essential Care Pharmacy and GTM Insurance. Dengue is more common in tropical and subtropical climates. Most people who get dengue won’t have […]
On Wednesday evening, President Dr. Irfaan Ali conducted a walkabout in the Stabroek area, engaging with Guyanese from all walks of life. Starting from Demico House, the Head of State greeted and interacted with commuters and vendors, addressing their concerns and discussing opportunities for growth. Accompanied by Minister within the Public Works Ministry, Deodat Indar, […]
By Shannon Totaram A police investigation is currently underway following a significant burglary at the Wismar Municipal Market, where a goldsmith vendor reported losses amounting to five million dollars. Nandallal Persaud, also known as Magga, is the victim of the break-in and theft. The incident came to light when Persaud received a call around 6 […]