An online life skills training programme was launched on Tuesday to further upskill the nation’s human resources and advance accessibility countrywide, particularly in hinterland areas. The programme is the collaborative effort of the Ministry of Labour- Board of Industrial Training (BIT) and Coursera, a global online course provider. Delivering brief remarks, Minister of Labour Joseph […]
In a concerted effort to support sister nations devastated by the catastrophic Hurricane Beryl, President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali, who currently serves as the Chairman of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), has appointed Prime Minister, the Honourable Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips to lead Guyana’s response efforts. Working tirelessly on the […]
Amidst significant geopolitical threats, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Hugh Todd stressed the importance of coordinated action and regional cooperation to effectively address these challenges. He made these remarks during the Fifty-Fourth Regular Session of the General Assembly of the Organisation of American States (OAS) in Asunción, Paraguay. Minister Todd highlighted that the […]
Anguilla has announced the removal of visa restrictions for Guyanese and Colombian nationals, effective immediately. The decision, disclosed by Anguilla’s Minister of Home Affairs, Kenneth Hodge, in a press release on Monday, aims to strengthen bilateral ties and promote tourism and business opportunities. “On June 27, 2024, the Executive Council took the decision to remove […]
Fifteen women from the Mashabo community in Region Two have recently gained culinary skills through a cookery training programme led by the Carnegie School of Home Economics. This initiative was carried out in collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism, Industry and Commerce, the Guyana Tourism Authority (GTA), and the Basic Needs Trust Fund (BNTF). During […]
A mother of two, Brittany Henry has urged other parents to play a stronger role within the education system to build a robust environment for their children’s success. Henry made this plea during an interview with the Department of Public Information (DPI) after she uplifted her ‘Because We Care’ cash grant at the Mocha/Arcadia Primary […]
Guyana has dispatched the first shipment of relief aid to support its Caribbean counterparts affected by Hurricane Beryl, a major hurricane that ripped through several Caribbean countries. President, Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali made the announcement via his Facebook page on Tuesday. This is fulfilling a commitment made by the president, who also serves as the […]
In a significant step towards enhancing educational opportunities in Guyana’s hinterland, the Honourable Minister of Education, Priya Manickchand, ceremoniously turned the sod today for the construction of the Monkey Mountain Secondary School. This initiative is part of a broader effort by the government to expand access to secondary education across the country, aligning with its […]
As Chairman of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), I express deep concern and continued anxiety over the passage of Hurricane Beryl through our region. Initial reports have indicated significant damage and destruction to infrastructure and private property in some territories. As this weather phenomenon roars its way through the Region, we must continue to brace ourselves […]
The newly elected village council of St Cuthbert’s MissionPakuri village off the Soesdyke/Linden Highway is ready to further boost development amongst its indigenous people and community. The village’s Toshao election was held early in June and saw the new body taking office just over two weeks ago. In a recent interview with the Department of […]