More Guyanese support measures to curb vaping
MORE Guyanese have welcomed President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali’s move to restrict vaping imports to protect children, calling for strict enforcement and greater awareness of the health risks. Carlotta De-Jesus is excited for the initiative and pleaded for it to be supported by practical measures to prevent children from accessing the products. “They should reinforce […]
Autopsy inconclusive in death of six-year-old Orlando Jaikarran
AN autopsy conducted Wednesday on the remains of six-year-old Orlando Jaikarran, whose decomposed body was discovered in a canal at Bath Settlement, West Coast Berbice, has returned inconclusive findings. The police are continuing their investigation into the circumstances surrounding the child’s death, following a reported confession by his father, Bharrat Jaikarran, 45. Jaikarran had initially […]
GRPA head urges Guyanese to prioritise cancer screening amid rising cases
– Kobe Smith cites cost, access and stigma as barriers to early detection GUYANESE men and women are being urged to prioritise their health and seek early cancer screening, as concerns grow over the burden of cancer in the country and the financial and social barriers that can prevent people from accessing timely care. Executive […]
GSSS platform to improve efficiency, service delivery at Human Services Ministry
– Minister Persaud says digital system will strengthen data collection, coordination and accountability THE Ministry of Human Services and Social Security is advancing efforts to modernise its operations through the Guyana Social Services System (GSSS), a digital platform expected to improve data collection, streamline departmental processes and strengthen the delivery of services to beneficiaries. Minister […]
GLDA confirms readiness for the Second Annual Ruminant Expo
-slated for Sunday October 25, 2026 THE Guyana Livestock Development Authority (GLDA) confirms that preparations are complete for the Second Annual Ruminant Expo, scheduled for October 25, 2026, at the Rising Sun Turf Club, Weldaad, West Coast Berbice. Gates will open at 11:00 a.m. Under the theme “Advancing the Ruminant Revolution: Building a Sustainable Value […]
Three Barima survivors rescued from fourth life raft after three found empty
A FLARE in the darkness led rescuers to three MV Barima survivors aboard a life raft after three other rafts were found empty, Acting Harbour Master Romain Seurattan told the Presidential Commission of Inquiry on Wednesday. None of the three survivors was wearing a life jacket when the rescue team reached them, Seurattan testified. […]
Education Ministry mandates online submission of monthly school reports
– Headteachers must submit reports by third of each month; regional summaries due by fifth THE Ministry of Education has made its digital reporting platform the exclusive channel for monthly school reports, requiring headteachers to submit reports by the third day of each month as part of efforts to improve accountability and speed up the […]
40 Region Two public servants complete customer service training
– initiative targets improved efficiency, professionalism and reduced waiting times FORTY public servants in Region Two (Pomeroon-Supenaam) have completed customer service training aimed at improving the quality, efficiency and responsiveness of services delivered to citizens. The training, held at the Regional Democratic Office boardroom, focused on equipping participants with practical skills to handle public interactions […]
GGMC warns miners against unauthorised sale of mining lands
– breaches could lead to prosecution, deportation proceedings for non-nationals THE Guyana Geology and Mines Commission (GGMC) has warned miners and other stakeholders against selling or attempting to sell mining lands without complying with the applicable legal and regulatory requirements, cautioning that violations could result in enforcement action, including prosecution. In a statement issued on […]
Guyana’s nihilism: Lincoln Lewis and Azruddin Mohamed
THE story of Azruddin Mohamed in Guyana is one that demands urgent research into book form. I am willing to stop my daily column and thrice-weekly podcast to join a team to undertake this project. I would like to see Leonard Craig and Joel Bhagwandin on the team because they are bright and we work […]
