Today, May 17, we join the World Health Organization (WHO) and all other health partners to observe World Hypertension Day under the theme “Measure Your Blood Pressure Accurately, Control It, Live Longer”. Hypertension, commonly called high blood pressure, affects an estimated 1.13 billion persons globally, with more than two-thirds living in low- and middle-income countries. […]
President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali and Emir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani on Tuesday morning held official talks at the Amiri Diwan, Qatar. The discussion centred on relations between the two countries and ways to enhance and develop them, especially in the areas of investment and energy during a luncheon banquet in honour […]
Guyana’s embassy in Qatar was on Tuesday, May 16 officially opened by President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali, who noted that the move would help both countries embark on a journey of enhanced bilateral relationship. President Ali is quoted in a DOHANEWS article as stating, “We both promote peace, stability and sustainability… I want to thank […]
On Tuesday, the Minister of Education, Priya Manickchand visited the marking centre for the recently concluded National Grade Six Assessment (NGSA) which was conducted and is being marked by the Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC). The visit of Minister Manickchand to the marking centre was done in keeping with the long-established tradition for the sitting Minister […]
The Government of Guyana publicly stated that it is of the view that all six bids that were submitted for NICIL’s shares in Atlantic Hotel Inc. (AHI) for the acquisition of the Guyana Marriott Hotel came in at a figure that was not acceptable. On 2nd May 2023, all six Bidders were contacted and advised […]
In the midst of a global shift in Information and Communications Technology (ICT), companies need to generate innovative and more efficient ways of streamlining their processes and connecting to the market. Recognising this, the Caribbean Association of National Telecommunications Organisations (CANTO), launched the e-procurement marketplace, to transform the way companies procure goods and services across […]
Persons residing along the East Bank of Demerara will soon see transformation to a section of the highway to the tune of US $117 million. The project falls under a loan contract titled “Programme to Support Climate Resilient Road Infrastructure Development”, aimed to advance Guyana’s safe, efficient, and climate resilient road and associated infrastructure. The […]
The government has reiterated its zero-tolerance to all forms of violence and its support for legal resolutions to conflict. Minister of Home Affairs, Robeson Benn expressed this sentiment during an interview on the sidelines of the Copsquad2000 graduation last Friday at the National Cultural Centre. The minister was making reference to a disturbing video […]
Government’s charge to Guyanese in the diaspora to return home and invest in Guyana’s flourishing economy has once again yielded positive results that will provide a revolutionary new service to the country. The dairy market is set to experience rapid growth and transformation in the coming weeks as Sterling Products Limited and Amaya Milk Company […]
Final-year university students will continue to gain working experience, through the Ministry of Labour- Occupational Safety and Health Department (OSH) apprenticeship programme. According to a press release from the ministry, once approved by Minister, Joseph Hamilton, the students will benefit from “on-the-job” experience, under the supervision of OSH Consultant, Gweneth King. It will ensure that […]