Region 2 man is latest COVID fatality; 34 new cases
Another person who tested positive for the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) has died, according to the Ministry of Health today.
This latest fatality is a 57-year-old...
Govt awaiting tailored Pfizer doses to vaccinate 5 to 11 age group – Health...
In light of a recent warning by the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) urging Health Ministries in the region not to use the current Pfizer-BioNTech...
3 more females die from COVID; 65 new cases
The Ministry of Health has reported that three more persons who tested positive for the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) have died.
This now takes the total...
2 more Covid deaths; 95 new cases
The Ministry of Health (MOH) regrettably informs that as of January 10th, 2022, two more persons who tested positive for the novel coronavirus (COVID-19)...
National curfew lifted with immediate effect; pools can operate at 50% capacity
The Guyana Government today announced that with immediate effect, the national Covid-19 curfew has been removed.
In addition, pools can now operate at 50% capacity...
In one year, 80% of local population received at least one dose of a...
Statement from Health Advisor Dr Leslie Ramsammy:
Today marks exactly one year since Guyana started its COVID-19 vaccination program. The Guyanese health care providers, led...
President announces imminent removal of countrywide curfew
President Dr Irfaan Ali has announced that he has instructed the relevant authorities to remove the countrywide curfew that is currently in place as...
160 new Covid cases recorded
The Ministry of Health today reported that it has recorded 160 new cases of the novel coronavirus, taking the total positives recorded to date...
$863M approved to assist Guyanese undergoing local, overseas surgeries
The Guyana Government has set aside some $863 million in Budget 2022, to ensure Guyanese living with specific health complications receive the interventions needed,...
Austrian company gets contract for maternal and children hospital
Discussions between the Governments of Guyana and Austria are being finalised in relation to the construction of a much anticipated maternal and children hospital...
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Guyana partners with World Bank to modernise TVET sector
The Ministry of Education has embarked on aligning TVET with current and future labor market demands at both secondary and post-secondary education levels.
A critical...
Brazil to lend expertise to Guyana in fighting wildfires
In light of the recent wildfires which have devastated several areas across the country, the Guyana Government has solicited assistance from Brazil for training...
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Over 3,000 persons already registered for PPP/C Congress – GS Jagdeo
The 32nd Congress of the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) is set for May 3-5, 2024 at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre.
The Congress is the...
Over 190 families squatting at East Coast, East Bank relocated this year – Croal
The government has relocated over 190 families who were squatting in the Success Housing Scheme, East Coast Demerara, and the riverbank along the East...
Jagdeo raps G/town city council for dereliction of duty
General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party, Dr Bharrat Jagdeo has flayed the Mayor and City Council (M&CC) of Georgetown for its abject neglect...
T&T’s trade mission seeks investment opportunities locally
A visiting trade mission from Trinidad and Tobago has been informed of the numerous, endless opportunities Guyana has to offer in various sectors.
The 19-member...
GCCI blasts authorities for lack of action against reckless truck drivers
See full statement from the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI):
Consternation at the inadequate management of the road usage by heavy duty trucks
The...
Evaluation criteria for contractors should be revised – Jagdeo
The evaluation criteria employed by the National Procurement and Tender Administration Board (NPTAB) for contractors should be revised to allow new companies to bid...
Govt ‘not desperately looking to sell’ Marriott Hotel – Jagdeo
The government may have to reopen bids for the sale of the Guyana Marriott Hotel at Kingston, Georgetown following the passing of the highest...