Number 63 Beach now the largest recreational park under National Recreational Protocol
THE iconic Number 63 Beach in Region Six has been further transformed with the commissioning of a new recreational park – the 18th and largest facility developed under the National Recreational Protocol. During the commissioning ceremony, First Lady Arya Ali said the development represents much more than an investment in beautification, as the government continues […]
Guyana calls for equitable access to quality education at UNESCO meeting
-Parag highlights teacher development, sustainable financing, inclusive digital transformation MINISTER of Education, Sonia Parag, has called for greater equity in education delivery, sustainable financing, and stronger support for teachers as Guyana contributes to international discussions on advancing quality education for all by 2030 at the 225th Session of the UNESCO Executive Board in Paris, […]
‘Guinness Smooth’ competition to showcase local DJs
-seven zones to compete for cash prizes, trophies, national bragging rights LOCAL DJs will have an opportunity to showcase their musical talent and compete for cash prizes, trophies and a place in the national spotlight following Thursday’s launch of Banks DIH Limited’s Guinness Smooth Pull Up DJ Skillset Competition. The nationwide initiative aims […]
Man wanted on INTERPOL warrant denied bail as Georgetown extradition proceedings commence
A 29-year-old French Guiana national wanted in connection with a murder investigation has been denied bail as extradition proceedings against him get under way in Georgetown. Dane Langhorne, of Ann’s Grove, East Coast Demerara, was arrested on Sunday, October 11, at about 7:45 a.m. at the Lusignan Tarmac, East Coast Demerara, during a police operation, […]
Innovation from investment to impact
By QU Dongyu, Director-General of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations HUNGER is not inevitable. The world already possesses many of capacity, tools, technologies and knowledge needed to ensure food security for all. Yet in 2025, 645 million people still faced hunger, while about one in three people worldwide could not afford […]
Guyana champions inclusive education at UNESCO
GUYANA has urged the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) to evaluate global educational progress by how effectively countries support learners facing the greatest geographical, cultural and social barriers, particularly those in remote, indigenous and special-needs communities. Speaking at the Plenary Debates of UNESCO’s 225th Executive Council, The Honourable Sonia Parag, Minister of […]
Where to look to find Azruddin Mohamed’s money
IN the Social Sciences, there is a method named “logical deduction.” One simple example should suffice. If a medical doctor advises you to avoid all pain killers except one, then do the logical deduction. He may have a relation with the company that produces the pain killer he avoids criticising. Logical deduction is not a […]
Seeram appeals conviction for assaulting ex-wife, seeks bail pending sentencing
DIRECTOR of National Border Patrol and former Region Four Chairman, Daniel Seeram, has appealed his conviction for assaulting his former wife, asking the Court of Appeal to overturn the magistrate’s decision and grant him bail pending sentencing on November 2. In a notice of appeal filed through attorney Nigel Hughes, Seeram challenged the October 2 […]
Vice-President Bharrat Jagdeo’s tribute to Mr Corbin was more than a masterclass.
Dear Editor, I HAVE read many glowing and well-deserved tributes to the late Mr. Robert Herman Orlando Corbin, CCH, and I too equally offer my own condolences and tribute to his family and all I believe were well received and deserving for this political giant. But what is most significant in my estimation was former […]
The Schengen Visa process must be challenged
Dear Editor, THE matter of the application for, and, indeed, the necessity for a Schengen Visa for Guyanese to travel to anywhere in Europe has recently been raised by the president. A Schengen Visa is “an entry permit for non-EU nationals to make a short, temporary visit of up to 90 days in any 180-day […]
