17 schools forced to close after teachers test positive for Covid-19
Just days into the new school term, COVID-19 outbreaks have forced the closure of 17 schools across Guyana, according to Education Minister Priya Manickchand....
9 more Covid deaths; 1 fully vaccinated, 2 partially vaccinated
The Ministry of Health (MOH) has announced that of September 14, 2021, nine more persons who tested positive for the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) have...
Over 3300 active Covid cases in Guyana
Guyana currently has over 3300 active Covid-19 cases – a worrying development which Health Minister Dr Frank Anthony says persons should take note of.
In...
Guyana Hindu Dharmic Sabha concerned over rising Covid cases, deaths; urges vaccination
Statement from the Guyana Hindu Dharmic Sabha:
The Guyana Hindu Dharmic Sabha notes with concern the recent and rapidly escalating numbers of positive COVID-19 cases...
Persons can now wait up to 180 days for second dose Sputnik V –...
Health Minister Dr Frank Anthony, says in spite of the delays in getting the second dose Sputnik V vaccine, persons should not be afraid...
Partially vaccinated man among 5 latest Covid deaths
Five more persons who were infected with the novel coronavirus have died, taking the country's death toll to 692.
The latest fatalities are three women...
St Joseph Mercy Hospital receives ISO certification
At a time when it is celebrating its 76th anniversary, the St Joseph Mercy Hospital has achieved its ISO certification, a remarkable feat for...
No shortage of oxygen supply at Covid facilities – Health Minister
Minister of Health, Dr. Frank Anthony has assured that there is no shortage of oxygen supply at any of the facilities treating Covid-19 patients.
“So...
Fixed sites being established to administer Pfizer vaccine to children
To effectively continue the roll out of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccines for children and make provisions for the administering of the second shot, the Health...
80,000 persons waiting to be vaccinated with second dose Sputnik V
Health Minister Dr Frank Anthony has revealed that some 80,000 persons are waiting to receive their second jabs of the Sputnik V vaccine.
Guyana has...
Recent Articles
Deaths of Berbice siblings may not be dengue-related, samples sent to lab for diagnosis...
As investigations continue into the deaths of the Berbice siblings who died a day apart from each other, health officials have sent samples to...
Stabroek Market Wharf cleanup is 85% complete
Efforts to clear the rubble and debris from the collapsed Stabroek Market Wharf are swiftly underway, with approximately 85 per cent of the clearing...
Govt to appeal ruling on teachers’ strike – AG
The government will be moving to the Court of Appeal seeking to overturn the ruling handed down by Justice Sandil Kissoon at the Supreme...
Jurassic-themed promenade, boating activity, golf course, shops, boardwalk among plans for National Park
The Protected Areas Commission (PAC) has revealed a new zone plan for the enhancement of the National Park, which will see the introduction of...
Saharan Dust plume projected to pass over Guyana from Friday-Sunday – EPA
See full statement from the Environmental Protection Agency:
The Environmental Protection Agency hereby issues an advisory on a forecasted Saharan Dust plume projected to be...
2 mining operations in Puruni flagged for unsafe conditions
Two operations in Puruni Mining District in Region Seven (Cuyuni-Mazaruni) were flagged by the Occupational Safety and Health Department of the Ministry of Labour...
Berbice siblings died from dengue complications – Dr Anthony
The Berbice brother and sister who died a day apart had complications associated with dengue fever, Health Minister Dr Frank Anthony has revealed.
Speaking to...
Vreed-en-Hoop to G/town water taxi operation back to normal
See full statement from the Maritime Administration Department (MARAD):
Waters taxis have received the green light to resume use of the Stabroek stelling for the...
President Ali receives UWI American Foundation Legacy Award
President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali, championing a robust Caribbean identity, has urged the region to actively embrace and value its unique culture and abundance...
Govt/contractor dispute on GtE will not affect US EXIM Bank loan – Jagdeo
The ongoing dispute between the Guyana Government and its contractor for the model Gas-to-Energy (GtE) project, Lindsayca CH4 Guyana Inc. (LNDCH4), will not affect...