February 18, 2025 The Georgetown Cricket Umpires and Scorers Association (GCUSA), in collaboration with the Guyana Cricket Board (GCB), successfully hosted a Level One Match Referee Training Course over the weekend at the National Racquet Centre on Woolford Avenue. Chandranban Rajnarine, Public Relations Officer of the GCUSA, praised the completion of the course, noting its […]
By Saskia WarrickFebruary 18, 2025 The fourth edition of the Guyana Energy Conference kicked off this morning under the theme, “Connecting the Dots: Integrating the Future.” President Dr. Irfaan Ali delivered the feature address, emphasizing the importance of partnerships and investments in driving prosperity for Guyana and the wider region. In his address, President Ali […]
By Nakasia LoganFebruary 18, 2025 President Irfaan Ali, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, has expressed his government’s deep concern over the recent attack on ranks of the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) by suspected members of the Syndicato Gang near the Guyana-Venezuela border. The six injured soldiers, who were part of a resupply patrol, were evacuated […]
By Marlena WillieFebruary 12, 2025 During a sitting of the National Assembly on Monday, Minister of Health, Dr. Frank Anthony, dismissed allegations from the opposition regarding maternal deaths in Guyana. The accusations were made by former Health Minister Dr. Karen Cummings, who claimed the Ministry had failed in its prenatal care efforts. Dr. Anthony responded […]
February 10, 2025 Agriculture students and teachers from three secondary schools in Linden gained valuable knowledge on Shade House Management and Pest and Disease Identification during a training session on Monday, organized by the National Agricultural Research and Extension Institute (NAREI). The training aimed to better equip students with the skills needed for their CSEC […]
February 10, 2025 Local Mashramani celebrations in Linden officially began on Saturday night with the highly anticipated finals of the Soca Monarch 2025 competition. Diana Chapman, a talented Lindener, was crowned Soca Queen 2025, marking a highlight of the festivities. The celebrations are set to culminate on March 2, when Lindeners will take to the […]
By Kimberly GiddingsFebruary 18 , 2025 World Epilepsy Day was observed on February 10, with efforts focused on raising awareness about the condition and dispelling common misconceptions. Co-founder of the Epilepsy Foundation of Guyana, Dr. Thomas Singh, highlighted key facts about epilepsy, emphasizing the importance of proper management and seizure safety. Epilepsy is a chronic […]
By Delicia JanneireFebruary 18, 2025 The Guyana Energy Agency (GEA) and the Board of Industrial Training (BIT), in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), have launched a Just Energy Transition Seed Funding initiative valued at US$250,000. The program, introduced at the UN House in Georgetown, aims to expand the country’s electric transportation sector […]
By Delicia JanneireFebruary 18, 2025 The highly anticipated Energy Conference and Exhibition opened today, with over 190 local, regional, and international businesses showcasing their products and services. Participants expressed optimism about forming key partnerships with local enterprises, particularly in the oil and gas sector. The exhibition features companies from various industries, including those focused on […]
By Celestine ChaconFebruary 18, 2025 Minister of Local Government and Regional Development, Sonia Parag, has dismissed claims by the opposition that Georgetown was a “garbage city” under the tenure of the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) government. During the 101st sitting of the National Assembly on Monday, Opposition Member Ganesh Mahipaul criticized the PPP/C’s management of […]
