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Friday, April 26, 2024

2-Y-O burnt as fire destroys Mahaicony home

A family of eight is now homeless after their Mahaicony Branch Road home in New Providence, Region Five (Mahaica-Berbice) was completely destroyed by fire. While...

New educational support NGO launched

A new Non-Governmental Organisation You Sponsor My Education (YSME) was officially launched on Sunday after being in existence for approximately two years. YSME is a...

Pres Ali discusses energy, digital technology with Indian External Affairs Minister

President Dr Irfaan Ali on Sunday met with the Minister of External Affairs of India, Dr. Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, to have bilateral discussions. The two officials...

More opportunities loom in agri sector – Minister Mustapha

More opportunities are looming in the agriculture sector, subject Minister Zulfikar Mustapha has told farmers at Bush Lot, West Coast Berbice, Region Five (Mahaica-Berbice)...

No application from Arajet to operate in Guyana – local authorities

While it has been granted approval by its local aviation body to expand operations in the Caribbean and Latin American region including Guyana, Dominican...

Fangtooth well could lead to 7th FPSO in Stabroek Block – Hess

…daily oil production could be ramped up to 1.2M BoE ExxonMobil and its partners have said they anticipate six Floating Production, Storage and Offloading Vessels...

Stolen security firm weapons: 4 guns recovered after suspect takes cops to Albouystown hiding...

As the probe continues into the theft of several firearms belonging to Radar Security and Supplies Company, Police on Saturday afternoon recovered four more...

Sand trucks operators to relocate to Providence

Public Works Ministers Juan Edghill and Deodat Indar this morning met with sand truck owners and operators, who ply their trade in the vicinity...

Batavia Village leases over 1000 acres of land to mining company

A mining and lease agreement was on Friday signed between Batavia Village Council, Region Seven (Cuyuni-Mazaruni) and EKAA HRIM Earth Resource Management Incorporated, bringing...

Police find 12-gauge shotgun at Black Bush, Corentyne; 3 arrested

An intelligence-led Police operation at around 14:05 hrs on Friday has resulted in the arrest of three men and the recovery of an unlicensed...

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CARICOM should explore joint legislation to improve cricket governance – Pres. Ali

Chairman of CARICOM and President, Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has signalled a call for common legislation in the region to streamline and strengthen the...

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...

Essequibo resident, Vera Florence, celebrates 100th birthday

Nestled in the heart of Queenstown, a remarkable soul celebrates 100 years on earth. Vera Florence Venture, a name synonymous with resilience and community...

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...