Spraying of farmlands in Region Six is set to commence soon as part of a new initiative to combat the paddy bug infestation affecting rice fields. Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha announced the intervention, emphasizing the importance of the region to Guyana’s rice industry. Minister Mustapha revealed that the infestation is currently the primary issue facing […]
The Guyana Conference of Seventh Day Adventists (GCSA) hosted a vibrant Small Business Exhibition on Sunday, providing a platform for local businesses to showcase their products and services. The event, held at the Sophia Exhibition Centre, featured a range of locally made products from various small businesses. Among the exhibitors was Wardy’s Agro Processing, known […]
The vibrant community of One Mile in Linden celebrated its second Village Day on Sunday, bringing together families and residents for a day filled with entertainment and community spirit. Organized by Men for One Mile, a non-profit organization, the event aimed to foster community unity and provide a day of fun for all ages. Idi […]
By Eric Collymore England secured a decisive 241-run victory over the West Indies on day four of the second Test match at Trent Bridge, taking an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. Resuming their innings at 248 for 3, England was eventually bowled out for 425 in their second innings. Key contributions came from […]
By Delicia Janneire The construction of the new Diamond Regional Smart Hospital is making significant strides, with the physical structure now prominently taking shape. Health Minister Dr. Frank Anthony provided an update on the project during a recent site visit, noting that the hospital’s framework is well underway. Walls are being erected, and the layout […]
England secured a decisive 241-run victory over the West Indies on the fourth day of the second Test, concluding the three-match series with a comprehensive win. Facing a daunting target of 385 runs, the West Indies were unable to sustain their momentum, collapsing dramatically from 61-0 to 82-5 in a tumultuous session. The team ultimately […]
By Samuel Gillis The Ministry of Health’s eye testing and spectacles program has made a significant impact, reaching thousands of residents across Regions Four and Five over the weekend. The initiative, which began at the Dundee Health Centre, Enmore Hope Primary School, and Diamond Health Centre, aims to provide essential eye care services to the […]
By Samuel Gillis President Dr. Irfaan Ali has pledged $2 million to support the Guyana Conference of Seventh-Day Adventists’ (SDA) Health Ministries outreach program. This commitment was announced during the SDA’s National Health Fair, held at the Sophia Exhibition Centre on Sunday. In his remarks, President Ali expressed strong support for the SDA’s health initiatives, […]
By Samuel Gillis The National Health Fair, organized by the Seventh-Day Adventist Conference, drew significant participation on Sunday, with over 800 individuals receiving various medical services at the Sophia Exhibition Centre. The health fair provided a broad range of services, including eye testing, foot massages, dental examinations, blood drives, and nutritional guidance. The event aimed […]
By Delicia Janneire Seventy-year-old Sandra Hendricks is the newest recipient of a two-bedroom house, thanks to the Men on Mission initiative. The keys to the newly built home were handed over to Hendricks by Minister of Public Affairs Kwame McCoy on Sunday. Hendricks, who had acquired land from the government seven years ago, faced numerous […]