Chairman of the Private Sector Commission (PSC), Komal Singh, believes continued investments by the government in traditional sectors augur well for the local private sector and the economy as a whole. During a recent interview with the Department of Public Information (DPI), Singh pointed to the development taking place in the non-oil sectors. “The […]
The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) has congratulated Guyana on its election to the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), which serves as a testament to the country’s distinguished record of service in the United Nations. In a press release Tuesday, CARICOM said the election assumes heightened significance against the background of the challenges to current global peace […]
On June 13, 2023, the Stabroek News carried an anonymous letter in their columns about the Christ Church Secondary and textbooks. It is true that the Honourable Minister of Education, Priya Manickchand, offered the immediate replacement of all government-issued textbooks lost. It is true also that said promise was fulfilled. Whatever government-issued textbooks were lost, […]
Minister of Human Services and Social Security, Dr Vindhya Persaud reaffirmed the government’s commitment to creating a society where Guyanese, especially persons living with disabilities can benefit from equal rights and opportunities. “A nation is judged by how it treats its most vulnerable populations,” Minister Persaud stated on Tuesday, at the general debate of the […]
Acknowledging that distance learning can transform education delivery nationwide, the Ministry of Education has ensured that the Guyana Learning Channel (GLC) is accessible to 85 per cent of the hinterland and riverine communities. Since her appointment, Minister Priya Manickchand embarked on the revitalisation and rebranding of the learning channel and the establishment of the EdYou […]
Preliminary results reveal – Jagdeo The People’s Progressive Party (PPP) is projecting a massive win in over 65 of the 80 local authority areas in the 2023 Local Government Election (LGE). Based on preliminary results, the party has made significant inroads in areas that were strongholds of the PNC-led A Partnership for National Unity (APNU) […]
Scores of first-time voters from Region Three and Four were excited to make their mark and fulfill their civic responsibility in the highly anticipated Local Government Elections (LGEs) on Monday. Many of them between the communities of Vreed-en-Hoop to Patentia, Region Three, raised their inked fingers after voting and expressed their satisfaction with the process […]
Several citizens across Georgetown are eagerly anticipating a favourable outcome and envisioning a thriving city, following the 2023 Local Government Elections (LGEs). Since the polling stations were opened at 6:00 am Monday, citizens were seen casting their ballots, noting their seriousness about ensuring the city receives full attention. Alberttown resident, Tiffany Porter told the Department […]General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP), Dr Bharrat Jagdeo has urged Guyanese to reject the lies being peddled by the PNC-led A Partnership for National Unity (APNU) regarding property acquisition, among others. Speaking with reporters after casting his ballot in Sparendaam on Monday, Dr Jagdeo addressed a slew of misinformation being purported by […]
Residents of Soesdyke and surrounding communities visited their respective polling stations to cast their votes in this year’s Local Government Elections (LGE), early Monday morning. These elections hold significant importance as they provide an opportunity for residents to actively participate in the democratic process, selecting representatives who will address their needs and aspirations at the […]