– urges scores of Region Eight youths Youths of the North Pakaraimas in Region Eight (Potaro-Siparuni), are being urged to grab training available opportunities across various sectors to contribute to their community’s development. This call to action was made by the Minister of Amerindian Affairs, Pauline Sukhai as she returned for a three-day outreach to […]
–Cutting-edge services to boost standards and quality A new state-of-the-art laboratory facility and administration building totalling over US$12 million was commissioned for the Guyana National Bureau of Standards (GNBS) at the National Exhibition Centre at Sophia, Georgetown. The facility, officially declared opened by President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali on Wednesday, underscores Guyana’s progress in strengthening […]
A total of 82 students graduated from the Clinical and Technical Training programme administered through the Ministry of Health’s Health Sciences Education (HSE) department. The courses offered under the programme included Pharmacy Assistant, Dentex, X-ray Technician, and Environmental Health Assistant. Among the graduates, 25 are now X-ray technicians, 28 are environmental health assistants, 16 are […]
A historic moment for Guyana’s aviation industry took place on December 11th, as Colombian airline Avianca launched its inaugural flight to the South American nation. The much-anticipated flight arrived at the Cheddi Jagan International Airport, carrying 29 inbound passengers. In turn, the aircraft left with 113 passengers destined for Colombia. This new route provides direct […]
The government, through the Ministry of Human Services and Social Security, launched a senior citizen engagement programme dubbed the Golden Generation Hub in Victoria on Tuesday to combat isolation and celebrate the contributions of Guyana’s elderly. The community programme is the brainchild of Minister of Human Services and Social Security, Dr Vindhya Persaud. It will […]
– as 193 added to Region Two’s workforce First Lady Mrs. Arya Ali, has firmly urged Guyana’s newest batch of skilled workers to continue learning and upskilling themselves. Addressing a batch of 193 graduates from several programmes under the Board of Industrial Training on Tuesday, the First Lady said their success will be determined by […]
Guyana and Qatar held their first political consultation at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs & International Cooperation on Tuesday, December 10, 2024. The political consultation was convened following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between Guyana and Qatar on holding Political Consultations on Issues of Mutual Interest by Hon. Hugh Hilton Todd, Minister of […]
President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has announced a 10 per cent retroactive salary increase for all public servants this year. The president also announced an 8 per cent increase for 2025. This is part of a two-year agreement to be formalised between the Government and the Guyana Public Service Union (GPSU). Speaking at the Guyana […]
– employment within the sector secured – Dr Anhtony A total of 143 individuals have graduated from the New Amsterdam School of Nursing in Region Six, equipped with the skills needed to deliver high-quality healthcare services. The cohort comprises 92 health assistants, 31 professional nurses, and 20 midwives. During the graduation ceremony on Monday, Minister […]
Minister of Public Works, Bishop Juan Edghill has announced plans to construct a bridge over the Makouria Creek, promising improved access between Parika and hinterland regions. The project will soon go out for tender. It includes extending the road from Parika to Makouria Goshen, providing an alternative to the Parika ferry service. Minister Edghill highlighted […]