Schools step up heat precautions
-ahead of new academic year -by Shamiah Grant As the new school term approaches, schools are bracing for the scorching heat that the El Nino weather conditions will bring. Administrators…
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- 2026
- Economic Growth
- August 28, 2026
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IDB says Guyana’s growth fuels major opportunities
-by David Clarke The latest Inter-American Development Bank Caribbean Economics report has reaffirmed Guyana as one of the world’s fastest-growing economies and the strongest performer in Latin America and the…
Pedestrian killed while crossing road
–in Corentyne motor lorry crash -by Kyler Rollins The father of a 47-year-old woman who was struck and killed by a motor lorry along the No. 67 Village Public Road on Thursday, is…
- 2026
- Gender-based Violence
- August 28, 2026
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Over 130 GBV survivors accessed Hope and Justice Centre
-for first half of 2026 -by Jordan Alkins Gender-based violence is one of Guyana’s most persistent social challenges, but two years ago, one initiative set out to change how survivors access help. …
- Healthcare
- NCN
- August 27, 2026
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Vaping survivor sounds alarm on dangerous practice
-by Shamiah Grant Vaping survivor, Devendra Jagmohan recently sounded the alarm on the dangers of vaping, warning that the habit poses severe risks after personally experiencing a health scare. Vaping is a national concern in Guyana, that has prompted…
- Ministry of Education
- NCN
- August 27, 2026
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Reg. 6 schools undergoing minor works
-Ahead of reopening -by Kyler Rollins Schools across Region Six are preparing for reopening on Monday, with only minor finishing touches being carried out at some institutions. This is according to Regional Chairman…
- 2026
- Electronic
- August 27, 2026
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Preparations set for October 1 online passport system rollout
-by Nakasia Logan Guyana is poised to take a massive leap into the digital future. That is because preparations are set for the country to officially transition to a mandatory, online-only passport application…
- 2026
- Ferry Service
- August 26, 2026
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Visible disruption amid M.V Canawaima suspension
-by Kyler Rollins The continued suspension of the Guyana-Suriname ferry service is now being felt directly by travellers and operators who depend on the crossing for transportation, trade and tourism.…
Guyon Coaches launches Big Bus Service
-for GT/Berbice route -by NaAsia Bristol A new and improved transportation option is now available for commuters travelling between the Georgetown and Berbice route. Guyon Coaches has launched a scheduled, big bus service that promises passengers comfortand a structured alternative to traditional public transportation.…
- 2026
- Georgetown
- August 26, 2026
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Back to school preparations advancing throughout region
-by Shamiah Grant Head teachers across Georgetown have assured NCN News that preparations are well advanced for the reopening of schools on Monday, August 31. In an interview with NCN News, Westfield…
