Contractor dies after contact with live power network in Sophia
A SUB-CONTRACTOR working for China Railway First Group died early Friday after coming into contact with a section of Guyana Power and Light Inc.’s (GPLI’s) live electricity network in Sophia. According to GPL, the incident happened around 01:00hrs near Congress Place, where the man was carrying out pipe-laying works. GPL said the contact was accidental. […]
BIT trainees showcase culinary skills at practical dinner
COMMERCIAL food preparation trainees at the Board of Industrial Training (BIT) Eccles Training Centre demonstrated their culinary skills and practical knowledge during a dinner exercise on Thursday, October 15, as they prepare to enter the food service and hospitality industries. The event formed part of the trainees’ four-month programme, providing them with an opportunity to […]
EU supports new chapter for science, innovation, health in Guyana
THE European Union [EU] is helping lay the foundations for the Guyana BioPark, in partnership with the Ministry of Health and Belgium’s BioPark Charleroi. This ambitious initiative, signed in April 2026, aims to unite research, biotechnology, and businesses, opening new avenues for medical innovation, pharmaceutical development, and solutions to health challenges in Guyana and the […]
Avalon brings OMAI workforce planning to Linden’s doorstep
–redevelopment forecast to support about 1,200 jobs during construction, approximately 850 permanent jobs AVALON Gold Exploration Inc. (Avalon) has been introduced to Linden Technical Institute (LTI) for discussions on future skills and workforce needs linked to the proposed redevelopment of the OMAI Gold Project, as the company continues to build local content and workforce development […]
A message to Odessa Primus: Muslims will not be used for political games
Dear Editor, ODESSA Primus has taken to Facebook to lecture Muslims about their faith. But her message is not about protecting Islam. It is about using Islam to demand support for Azruddin Mohamed. She attacks Muslim leaders because they have not intervened on his behalf. She questions the faith of the Director of Public Prosecutions, […]
Modern Construction Technology
GUYANA’S drive to promote more home ownership is entering a new stage with the introduction of modern steel-framing technology providing another avenue to deliver affordable housing, improve construction efficiency and generate jobs for local workers and businesses. The opening of US Frame Factory’s facility at Cove and John, East Coast Demerara is a welcome addition […]
Courts’ Optical Pee Wee Football final places up for grabs
THE eight best teams will battle in the quarterfinal stage of the Courts’ Optical Pee Wee Football today at the Ministry of Education ground at CARIFESTA Avenue. In the quarter-final clashes released on Friday, Redeemer will first come up against St. John the Baptist from 11:00 hours. Potaro Primary will also tackle Georgetown International Academy […]
Master Z, Js Racing stables set for feature race at Showdown of Champions
THE stage is set. The weather is favourable. Five supreme horses will do battle in tomorrow’s (October 18) feature race at the Port Mourant Turf club. Guyana Cup runner-up horse I’m Sam, former Guyana Cup winner Dataman, Stat, Mapa Do Brasil and Santorini are the horses confirmed for the feature race at the Showdown of […]
Bhuvneshwar added to Indian squad as cover for Singh
CMC – Bhuvneshwar Kumar has been added to India’s squad for the fifth and final T20I against West Indies as a possible replacement for injured left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh. Singh was struck on his shoulder with a short delivery by pacer Shamar Joseph in the fourth T20I on Wednesday in Hyderabad, that forced him to […]
West Indies Champions demolish Australia to reach final
CMC – Sheldon Cottrell and Chadwick Walton led a rampant West Indies Champions side into the final of the World Championship of Legends with a commanding five-wicket thrashing of Australia in the semifinal here on Friday. Cottrell delivered a sensational spell of fast bowling as Australia posted a competitive total of 172 for seven in […]
