New school boat to improve access to education for Karawab students
STUDENTS from Karawab, Region Two, are set to benefit from improved access to education following the hand over of a brand-new school boat to support their daily transportation to and from school. The boat was handed over on Friday by Regional Chairman Devin Mohan on behalf of the Regional Democratic Council (RDC), providing a timely […]
Rotary Club to host inaugural food truck festival to support community projects
fundraiser to feature culinary competition, live entertainment and family activities THE Rotary Club of Georgetown Central will host its inaugural Rotary on Wheels Food Truck Festival today, October 24, bringing together food vendors, entrepreneurs and families for a celebration of Guyana’s culinary diversity while raising funds for community service programmes. The event will be held […]
Jackie Jaxx launches online platform to expand reach of creative work
Guyanese singer-songwriter brings music, visual art, apparel and professional services under one digital roof GUYANESE singer-songwriter and visual artist, Jackie Jaxx, has launched a new website aimed at expanding the reach of her creative work and creating additional income opportunities beyond traditional performance bookings. The platform, www.jackiejaxx.com, brings together her music, original artwork, apparel and […]
Minister Mustapha challenges QC students to move beyond raw production to value-added agri business
MINISTER of Agriculture Zulfikar Mustapha on Friday challenged students of Queen’s College to think beyond traditional agricultural production and embrace the opportunities presented through innovation, value addition and entrepreneurship, as he delivered remarks at the opening of the school’s Value-Added Expo. Addressing the students, teachers and other attendees, Minister Mustapha underscored the importance of developing […]
15-kilometre road project to improve access for Wakapoa communities
A MAJOR road project aimed at connecting Mora, Koria, and several other settlements in Wakapoa, Region Two, is advancing, with the government moving closer to implementing the 15-kilometre roadway following the invitation of bids. Minister within the Ministry of Public Works Madanlall Ramraj met with residents on Friday to provide an update on the project, […]
Health officials back President Ali’s restriction on vaping to protect young people
MINISTRY of Health officers have welcomed the move by President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali to restrict the use and importation of vaping products, describing the move as an important step towards protecting young people from harmful substances. The officials highlighted the potential health risks associated with vaping, the growing use of the products among adolescents […]
Ramjattan 2015 -2020, Granger 2015-2020
THIS is part six and the conclusion of intrigues between President Granger and the PNC, class difference inside the AFC, and differences between the PNC and AFC as partners in government from 2015 to 2020. We start first with Ramjattan. He was never an MCC personality although he had a lucrative law practice. From my […]
Guyana strengthens forest fire investigation capabilities through EU partnership
Forestry Commission, Fire Service officers trained in advanced wildfire investigation techniques in Italy GUYANA is strengthening its capacity to investigate forest fires and combat deforestation through a partnership with the European Union (EU), with officers from the Guyana Forestry Commission (GFC) and Guyana Fire Service completing specialised training in Italy. The officers participated in the […]
Guyana’s free-market economy welcomes foreign investment—Minister Rodrigues
–emphasises businesses must however comply with country’s laws MINISTER of Tourism, Industry and Commerce Susan Rodrigues has said that Guyana’s free-market economy welcomes foreign investment, but businesses must comply with local laws, pay taxes and meet their other legal obligations, regardless of ownership. Rodrigues made the remarks during an interview on the Starting Point Podcast, […]
Tourism is a strategic pillar of Guyana’s economy – Minister Rodrigues
MINISTER of Tourism, Industry and Commerce, Susan Rodrigues, on Thursday spoke of Guyana’s emergence as an important tourism destination during a live edition of The Guyana Dialogue. The minister stated that with unprecedented growth taking place, all eyes are on Guyana, all for different reasons. She pointed out that there are some who […]
