Some $110.8 million was raised through local donations to support humanitarian efforts in Palestine. The cheque was handed over to President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali on Tuesday at the Office of the President. The fundraising initiative was launched at the National Ramadan Village, and spearheaded by the Central Islamic Organisation of Guyana, the Muslim Youth […]
President, Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has reminded the region that the Guyana government and the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) continue to direct stringent efforts to the formulation of a Haitian-led solution to the turmoil in Haiti. Speaking at the handing-over ceremony for $110.8 million in humanitarian aid for Palestine, the president said that the country remains […]
Several Guyanese artistes were on Tuesday awarded for their hard work and contributions to building Guyana’s entertainment industry after competing in the 2024 annual Mashramani competitions which were hosted by the Ministry of Culture, Youth, and Sport. The artistes were awarded for participating and coming out on top at the Calypso, Soca Monarch, and Chutney […]
Speedboat owners and operators serving the routes of Vreed-en-hoop, Parika, Bartica, and Supenaam have been sternly reminded by the government that any unauthorized fare increases will not be tolerated. Minister of Public Works Bishop Juan Edghill, emphasised the government’s position during a meeting with speedboat operators from these routes, held early Tuesday morning. “The government […]
The Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) is set to enhance its capacity to provide cardiology services with the introduction of a new Catheterisation Laboratory (Cath Lab). The GPHC’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Robbie Rambarran, announced this development during the second annual Cardiology Symposium held on Saturday at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre. Rambarran expressed, “This […]
Region Six officials are working aggressively to ensure that all systems are in place to help farmers alleviate the loss of their crops and livestock as the rainy season approaches. Acknowledging that heavy rains have recently started within the region, Regional Chairman David Armogan explained that some areas have already started to flood. “They [the […]
Preparations are underway in Everton, Berbice, Region Six, for the connection of a 36-megawatt power ship to the national grid. The Guyana Power and Light (GPL) Incorporated has commenced the construction of transmission lines at the ship’s site. GPL’s engineers and other technical staff were observed setting up poles to connect conductors from the Demerara […]
The recent postures and action by the Venezuelan regime regarding its illegal claim of Guyana’s territory was deemed a threat to stability in the western hemisphere. Foreign Secretary Mr. Robert Persaud joined leaders of the Western Hemisphere at the Eight Concordia Americas Summit held at the University of Miami on 22- 23 April 2024. This […]
Minister of Parliamentary Affairs and Governance, Gail Teixeira on Monday reaffirmed her view that democracy in any country is integral in maintaining peace, stability, and economic development. The minister made these remarks at the first in several sessions facilitated by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the University of Guyana UG), and the European Union […]
─ rejects CGID’s separatist propaganda President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has expressed his disapproval and dismay at the verbal attack launched against the Guyanese diaspora who engaged him during his recent visit to New York, USA. In a live broadcast Sunday evening, the head of state pointed to a release issued by the Rickford Burke-run […]