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Significant strides made in Guyana’s health sector

Guyana’s health sector has skyrocketed over the past year, due to the relentless efforts made by the government to build a world-class healthcare system. Among the tremendous achievements made since August 2, 2023, Guyana became the first country to implement a Joint Programme on Mental Health and Psychosocial Wellbeing and Development of Children and Adolescents. […]

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Deliberate measures crafted to combat global food prices, cushion cost of living – President Ali

The government has implemented deliberate initiatives and policies over the last four years to address the rise of global food prices and cushion the cost of living for Guyanese. This was highlighted by President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali, as he detailed the impacts of the government’s deliberate measures during a live broadcast Friday evening. The […]

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Keen assessment, responsive actions needed to address road accidents – Min Benn

Keen assessments and stern responsive actions are needed to track the traffic statistics within the country, as part of addressing the drastic increase in road accidents and deaths.   This was underscored by Minister of Home Affairs, Robeson Benn on Friday, at Guyana’s Road Safety Stakeholders’ Forum 2024 and Road Safety Campaign launch, at the […]

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Emancipation arch unveils at Victoria Village

The government has partnered with residents of Victoria Village, East Coast Demerara to build an emancipation arch in the community in recognition of the resilience, sacrifices, and indomitable spirit of African ancestors. Designed by 14-year-old, Kayden Meusa, the magnificent arch was unveiled on Thursday evening, as part of the community’s Emancipation Day activities. Attending the […]

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Palmyra to get cultural market to showcase talent, honour emancipation – President Ali

A national cultural market that encompasses the richness of Guyana’s cultural ecosystem will be established to serve as an educational and talent-showcasing hub and provide a safe and inclusive space for families. President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali unveiled the groundbreaking initiative, set to be established in Palmyra, Region Six, as he joined Guyanese of African […]

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Close to $88M donated to celebrate emancipation – Foreign Secretary Persaud

Foreign Secretary, Robert Persaud has emphasised that millions of dollars have been donated over the past four years, ensuring that observances like Emancipation Day are celebrated countrywide.     He was speaking at the Emancipation Day observance hosted by the Consulate General of of Guyana in Brooklyn, New York on Wednesday. The foreign secretary noted that […]

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Emancipation Day: A time to reflect on resilience, contributions of African heritage

Emancipation Day commemorates the end of slavery in Guyana and is a powerful reminder of the resilience and invaluable achievements of Guyanese people of African heritage. As a tradition, many Guyanese would come out in their numbers on August 1, at the Botanical Gardens and the National Park, in Georgetown to celebrate the holiday. Bringing […]

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Gov’t commitment to enhancing Maritime – PM Phillips

Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret’d) the Honourable Mark Phillips has reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to developing Guyana’s maritime sector and enhancing regional trade facilitation. During his address at the business luncheon hosted by the Shipping Association of Guyana today, Prime Minister Phillips also highlighted the government’s dedication to improving port infrastructure, streamlining customs processes, and upgrading […]

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PNC/R has a long history of stealing elections, subverting institutions – GS Jagdeo

General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party, Dr Bharrat Jagdeo has underscored that the People’s National Congress Reform (PNC/R), from its formation, has had an extensive history of stealing elections and subverting various constitutional bodies.    He made the remarks while speaking to the media during his weekly press conference.   Dr Jagdeo underlined that […]

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Emancipation not only about celebration, but reflection and unity- GS Jagdeo

-Guyanese cultural heritage doesn’t start from landing of ancestors General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party, Dr Bharrat Jagdeo praised the contributions made by Guyanese of African descent, noting that emancipation is not only about celebration but also about introspection. Dr Jagdeo made the comments on Wednesday at his weekly party press conference on the […]

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