Vice-President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo of Guyana has accused Khemraj Ramjattan, the leader of the Alliance for Change (AFC), of being “deliberately deceptive” and exploiting vulnerable sugar workers to further his own political agenda. These remarks came during a press conference on Thursday, where Dr. Jagdeo criticized Ramjattan for his recent comments on the sugar industry. […]
A group of determined students from the Sir Gidami Institution in Georgetown and Region 3 emerged victorious in the recent Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC) exams. These young women overcame numerous obstacles on their path to academic excellence and shared their inspirational stories with NCN News. Preparing for the highly anticipated CXC exams is a daunting […]
In a gesture of support for youth development and education, Digicel Guyana presented a total of two million dollars in prizes to the top four schools in their 2023 statewide school’s football competition. The tournament, which spanned from June to August, saw schools from across the country competing passionately on the football field. Carmel Secondary […]
The National Park in Georgetown will be the epicenter of cultural festivities tonight as Guyana prepares to celebrate Amerindian Heritage Month with a grand launch event. The evening will mark the beginning of a month-long series of activities aimed at honoring and preserving the rich heritage and traditions of Guyana’s indigenous communities. The National Park […]
In line with the government’s transformative agenda, Minister of Public Works, Bishop Juan Edghill, conducted a series of community engagements in Linden on Thursday to assess the infrastructural needs of the region. These engagements included a meeting with over 70 contractors to discuss upcoming road works and procurement processes. With a budgetary allocation of 1.6 […]
As preparations for the International Building Expo 2023 gain momentum, exhibitors are being encouraged to register early to avoid last-minute rush. Minister within the Ministry of Housing and Water, Susan Rodrigues, recently conducted a walk-through of the venue, the Guyana National Stadium, where she emphasized the transformation that will take place to accommodate the event. […]
As Guyana prepares to celebrate Emancipation from slavery, Labour Minister Joseph Hamilton delivered a poignant message, encouraging citizens to free their minds through education and self-development. He emphasized the significance of focusing on developmental pursuits and leaving distractions behind, particularly those found on social media. Minister Hamilton, addressing the younger generation and all present at […]
More than fifty residents from North Blueberry Hill in Linden are taking a significant step towards achieving home ownership, as they received their agreements of sale during an outreach led by Minister within the Ministry of Housing and Water, Susan Rodrigues. The initiative is part of the government’s broader housing program aimed at regularizing squatting […]
Dr. Leslie Ramsammy, Advisor to the Minister of Health, has assured the public that the Charles Roza School of Nursing will continue to operate and serve the community, contrary to rumors suggesting closure. Ramsammy posited that the government has no plans to shut down the institution, as he emphasized commitment to improving the nursing school […]
A total of 72 nursing students celebrated their graduation at the 24th biennial graduation ceremony of Charles Roza School of Nursing. The event, held at Philu’s Entertainment World, marked the successful completion of various programs, including registered nursing, nursing assistants, Medex, and post-basic nursing programs. These graduates are now certified to provide essential services in […]