Guyana

–President Ali announces, says 1.5-megawatt solar farm saving over 6000 drums of diesel, eliminating 11,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide PRESIDENT, Dr Irfaan Ali has announced a 25 per cent reduction in electricity rates for households in Bartica, Region Seven. Speaking at a community engagement on Monday, President Ali said the recently operationalised […]

JUST as Guyana marked the historic breakthrough of having performed the longest distance telesurgery procedure using advanced robotics, President Dr Irfaan Ali has noted that an agreement has been reached to establish an international training hub in Guyana in this regard. During the recent press conference, the head of state indicated that the move will

DESPITE increased concessions to privately owned local airline operators, residents of hinterland communities across Guyana continue to face challenges transporting goods and travelling due to rising airfares and freight charges. On Monday, during a cabinet outreach in Region Seven (Cuyuni-Mazaruni), President Dr. Irfaan Ali announced that the government […]

CHIEF Executive Officer of the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC), Robbie Rambarran, has revealed that the institution will soon be able to offer advanced treatment for kidney stones using Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy (ESWL), eliminating the need for prolonged hospitalisation in many cases. “What will be in that imaging centre? An MRI. […]

RESIDENTS and businesses in Region Seven (Cuyuni-Mazaruni) are set to benefit from improved connectivity with the construction of a new bridge across the Puruni River, a major infrastructure project that will strengthen transportation links and support economic development in the mining district. President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali announced on Monday that the […]

– credits regular community engagement for Government’s delivery success By Bebi Shafeah Oosman EMPHASISING the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) government’s commitment to remaining connected to citizens and delivering development across every region of Guyana, Member of Parliament Zamal Hussain has reaffirmed that no community is being left […]

HEALTH Minister, Dr Frank Anthony, is urging Guyanese to use Ozempic and similar medications responsibly and only under proper medical supervision, warning that misuse of the drug can create serious health complications. Speaking recently on Starting Point, Dr Anthony said while Ozempic and related medications have been beneficial for many patients, […]

THE Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) has undertaken a major overhaul of its maternity services as part of ongoing efforts to reduce maternal deaths, according to Chief Executive Officer Robbie Rambaran. The CEO noted that women’s and children’s health was identified as a priority area upon his return to the institution, thus prompting a […]

–Toshao highlights impact of government interventions on Region Seven community   RESIDENTS of Batavia Village along the lower Cuyuni River are experiencing significant improvements in quality of life driven by recent government investments in education, energy, infrastructure and public services, according to Toshao Murphy Gomez. Speaking during a […]

THE curtains came down in grand style on Guyana’s 60th Independence Anniversary celebrations on Saturday as Guyanese and friends of Guyana turned out in their hundreds to a flag-raising ceremony, inter-faith service and cultural show, held in the North York compound of the Consulate General of the Co-operative Republic of Guyana. The highly anticipated […]

As Guyana celebrates its 60th Independence Anniversary, the University of Guyana Library on Friday launched its 60th Independence Anniversary pictorial exhibition highlighting the institution’s enduring contributions to national development, education, research and leadership since the institution was established over six decades ago. The week-long […]

– as search continues for missing pregnant woman, fiancé One day after a couple went missing during an outing at Unity Beach, East Coast Demerara (ECD), tragedy struck once again when a fisherman reportedly died after hitting his head after falling into his boat. Based on reports received, the dead man was identified as ‘Cannon’ The post Fisherman […]

The fire that destroyed a workshop belonging to Demerara Shipping Company Limited and caused massive damage to other businesses along Water and Lombard Streets was deliberately set. This was confirmed by the Guyana Fire Service one day after the blaze started in the workshop operated by Demerara Shipping Company Limited. According to information received, […]

Prime Minister (PM) Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips, on Monday engaged residents of Itaballi village during the Government’s ongoing outreach in Region Seven (Cuyuni-Mazaruni). According to a post on the PM’s social media page, the engagement provided residents with an opportunity to raise matters affecting their community and to discuss areas for […]

…Berbice man dies after car slams into utility pole A 28-year-old security guard lost his life on Sunday evening after the car which he was driving veered off the Corentyne highway and crashed into a utility pole at Epsom Village, Corentyne, Region Six (East Berbice-Corentyne). Dead is Samuel Campbell of Liverpool Village, Corentyne. The fatal The post […]