Youths countrywide have a greater chance at success with the plethora of opportunities being made available through various government services and programmes. This is according to the Minister of Culture, Youth and Sports Charles Ramson Jr. While speaking at the National Youth Debating competition finals, the minister implored youths to capitalise on the various growth […]
The National Blood Transfusion Service (NBTS) has significantly contributed to reducing deaths caused by continuous bleeding by the decentralisation of blood banks. This was highlighted by the Director of the NBTS Dr Pedro Lewis, during an interview on the Ministry of Health’s recent edition of the ‘Health Matters’ programme. “This year, we have contributed a […]
The Guyana Tourism Authority (GTA) will host a ‘Travel Writing Training’ programme to empower media personnel further and enhance their skill sets. The training will commence within the next two months and will be conducted by an overseas travel writer. During a recent book launch, GTA’s Director, Kamrul Baksh noted that the training is designed […]
For the first time, approximately 350 students will benefit from the construction of a brand-new secondary school in the village of Waramuri in the Moruca sub-district, Region One. This follows the sod-turning ceremony held last Friday, attended by Minister of Education, Priya Manickchand and other officials. The new school, which is expected to be completed […]
Thousands of residents and commuters of Kwakwani, Region Ten are slated to benefit from critical infrastructural upgrades valued at a sum of $489 million. These infrastructural works aim to bolster connectivity and accessibility in the mining and logging community. The announcement was made by Minister of Public Works, Bishop Juan Edghill, during inspection of the […]
Prime Minister, Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips has underscored the steadfast commitment of the PPP/C Government in advocating for the rights of workers nationwide, ensuring they are treated with the respect and dignity they deserve. The PM made the assertion on Sunday, during the commemoration of the Enmore Martyrs, at the monument site, Enmore, East Coast […]
– as MoM commemorates Father’s Day fitness walk Prime Minister, Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips on Sunday called on fathers and men to embrace their leadership roles and take responsibility in shaping a better society. The prime minister made the plea while addressing those gathered at the culmination of the Father’s Day walk against violence, organised […]
Ten more potable water wells are slated to be drilled in villages along the Pomeroon River, Region Two by the end of 2024. This will be done by the Ministry of Housing and Water in collaboration with the Guyana Water Incorporated (GWI). It is to ensure that the ministry achieves its objective of providing clean […]
Over 500 farmers from villages along the Pomeroon River, Region Two are benefitting from the bed and drainage project that was crafted by President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali. The project was established in 2023 when President Ali visited the Pomeroon-Supenaam district. It entails the elevation of farm beds and the dredging of the lands to […]
– vows to give sons brighter future Yogeita Bhagwandeen, a single mother of three, wiped away tears of joy as she received the keys to her brand-new home in La Bonne Intention (LBI), East Coast Demerara on Sunday. The home, courtesy of the Men on Mission (MoM) programme, represents a fresh start for Bhagwandeen and […]