Noise pollution remains concern for residents as government explores new measures
BRAVELY speaking out against the noise that spills into their homes, residents across Guyana are raising concerns about the growing nuisance of loud music, booming vehicle sound systems and disturbances that stretch into the nights and early mornings. This comes as the government moves to strengthen monitoring and enforcement measures aimed at tackling noise pollution, […]
17 young Guyanese build poultry business from scratch
IT was five o’clock in the morning when the call came. President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali had summoned young people to Windsor Forest in September 2024, and Florence remembers sitting in that meeting knowing that something in her life was about to shift. “I realised that it was time for change,” she said, explaining that […]
Police, EPA strengthen collaboration to tackle noise nuisance
THE Guyana Police Force (GPF) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) are strengthening their collaboration to improve the response to noise nuisance complaints, with Police ranks across all 12 policing divisions set to receive specialised training in noise monitoring and assessment. The initiative follows a meeting between representatives of the EPA, Commissioner of Police Clifton […]
Private, public hospitals align on path to kidney transplant certification
– HOATTA pledges collaborative approach THE Human Organ and Tissue Transplant Agency (HOATTA) convened a sensitization session with representatives of private and public hospitals and specialists involved in kidney transplantation to strengthen understanding of the regulatory requirements governing organ and tissue transplantation in Guyana. The recent session brought together representatives from Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation […]
Over $75M in support provided to MV Barima-affected families
MORE than $75 million has been provided to families affected by the MV Barima tragedy as the H.E.A.R.T. Initiative expands its recovery and support programme across Guyana. The H.E.A.R.T. Initiative -Hope, Empathy, Aid, Resilience and Trust – says it has so far coordinated assistance for more than 750 affected persons across all ten administrative regions. […]
PPP urges Guyanese to embrace Prophet Muhammad’s values of unity and service
THE People’s Progressive Party (PPP) extends warmest greetings and best wishes to Muslims across Guyana on the occasion of Youman Nabi, which commemorates the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him). Youman Nabi provides an opportunity to reflect on the life and example of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and the enduring […]
CIOG President calls for a day of gratitude, shared reflection, renewed service
In the name of Allah (swt), The Infinitely Merciful, The Infinitely Compassionate O Allah bless our beloved Muhammad (saw), the light of lights, the secret of secrets, the antidote for depression and the key to the door of ease… O Allah, bless our master Muhammad (saw) in every drop of rain that has fallen from […]
Youman-Nabi: Celebrating a legacy of mercy, justice and compassion – ERC
The Ethnic Relations Commission (ERC) extends warm and sincere greetings to our Muslim brothers and sisters, and to all Guyanese, on the sacred observance of Youman-Nabi, the birth anniversary of the Holy Prophet Muhammad, Peace Be Upon Him (PBUH). Youman-Nabi invites reflection on the life of the Holy Prophet (PBUH) whose message of mercy, justice, […]
Circumstances of Liza Unity fire will be determined – Natural Resources Ministry
THE Ministry of Natural Resources, on Monday, assured that the circumstances of the small fire aboard the Liza Unity Floating Production, Storage and Offloading (FPSO) vessel will be determined as it emphasised its commitment to safety across offshore operations. In a statement, the ministry said it has been informed by ExxonMobil Guyana Limited of a […]
GPHC awards bursaries to 20 high-achieving employees’ children
TWENTY children of employees of the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) have been awarded bursaries in recognition of their academic achievements under the institution’s annual programme, which supports students in maintaining high standards throughout their education. The GPHC Bursary Programme, established in 2019, awards 20 bursaries annually to the highest-performing applicants. This year, the Corporation […]
