Ahead of Labour Day celebrations, General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP/C) Dr Bharrat Jagdeo highlighted the government’s efforts to improve conditions for working-class citizens. Dr Jagdeo made these remarks during his weekly press conference at Freedom House on Wednesday. “Often, these activities are celebrated in a routine, almost perfunctory manner…but this day should […]
General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party, Dr Bharrat Jagdeo on Wednesday commended the young people of the country, saying that their focus is fixed on the future and how they can play a productive role in building Guyana. Dr Jagdeo was, at the time, referring to his interaction with several young people at an […] General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party Civic (PPP/C) Dr Bharrat Jagdeo on Wednesday condemned the horrific acts of violence and looting which occurred on Monday evening, saying that some of the illegalities were supported by people associated with the opposition. Dr Jagdeo made these remarks during his weekly press conference held at Freedom House […]
Vice President Dr Bharrat Jagdeo has strongly condemned Monday’s acid attack on several students and a teacher of the Château Margot Primary School on the East Coast Demerara stating that his belief that it was orchestrated to spread fear. The incident whereby a corrosive substance, suspected to be acid was thrown on the pupils and […]
The National Data Management Authority (NDMA) continues supporting girls’ advancement in Information and Communication Technology (ICT). In observance of Girls in ICT Day 2025, the Authority’s efforts extended beyond the coast of Guyana, reaching the communities of Aishalton and St Ignatius in Region 9. The events held on April 29 and 30, 2025, welcomed more […]
“The first written CXC exams for CSEC and CAPE commence tomorrow, marking an important milestone for thousands of our students across the country. On Monday, May 5th, nearly 10,000 candidates will sit the English paper 2 exam, one of the largest exams on the CSEC calendar followed by Mathematics on Friday, May 9th, 2025. We […]
-condemns the politicization of Younge’s death As the family of Adriana Younge continues to seek justice for the death of their child, Vice President Dr Bharrat Jagdeo has reaffirmed that the government is committed to a thorough investigation into the circumstances of little Younge’s death. Speaking at his weekly press conference on Wednesday, Dr Jagdeo […]
Fifty residents from the Amerindian village of Aishalton in Region Nine will be employed to construct a new airstrip, upgrading the current grass landing strip to a rigid concrete surface. The upgraded airstrip will span 250 feet in length and 50 metres in width. Aishalton, located in the Deep South Rupununi, serves as a central […]
A total of 31 individuals from Regions Eight and Nine graduated last Friday as microscopists after six weeks of training. The new microscopists are now equipped with all the practical and theoretical skill sets needed to effectively detect malaria parasites in patient blood. The graduates received training encompassing the theory of malaria, treatment, transmission, […]
– Community-driven construction praised for high standards Public Works Minister Bishop Juan Edghill has praised the quality of road works currently underway in Monkey Mountain, Region Eight, highlighting the community’s involvement and craftsmanship. During a recent visit to the village, Minister Edghill expressed satisfaction with the one-kilometre concrete road project, which is 75 per cent […]