‘We cannot have people’s lives stalled up. The work must move forward!’ – Minister Ramraj moves for immediate termination of Ideal Road contract
MINISTER within the Ministry of Public Works, Madanlall Ramraj, has moved for the immediate termination of the contract awarded to Raising Transportation and Construction for works at a section of Ideal Road, following prolonged delays and the contractor’s failure to advance the project. New contractors will be engaged to ensure that the much-needed works […]
Junior GPF leaders amongst trainees to tackle human trafficking
THE Ministry of Home Affairs has collaborated with the Guyana Police Force (GPF), the Ministry of Labour and other relevant stakeholders to train officers to detect signs of human trafficking, identify victims and pursue the necessary means of protection. According to a press release from the Ministry of Home Affair, between October 2 and 16, […]
Health Ministry invites bids for construction of Timehri Urgent Care Centre
RESIDENTS of Upper East Bank Demerara communities are set to benefit from enhanced access to healthcare, as the Ministry of Health has invited bids for the construction of a new urgent care centre . According to the invitation to bid which was published on Wednesday, contractors have until October 29 to submit their bids to […]
Six cutlasses seized as police probe death of Berbice boy
POLICE have seized six cutlasses and other items during searches as investigations continue into the alleged murder of six-year-old Orlando Jaikarran, whose death has shocked the nation. According to the Guyana Police Force, further enquiries were conducted on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, during which several items of evidential value were recovered at the location where […]
Ramson urges private sector to increase investment in Mashramani
— Minister says government is carrying too much of the financial burden of national cultural festival MINISTER of Culture, Youth and Sport Charles Ramson Jr has called on the private sector to increase its investment in Mashramani, expressing concern that businesses are not providing the level of support needed to sustain and develop Guyana’s premier […]
Guyana advancing efforts towards universal health coverage
– Health Minister outlines investments in primary care, hospitals and specialist services at UN meeting GUYANA is advancing efforts to achieve universal health coverage through investments in primary healthcare, hospital modernisation, diagnostic services and the training of health professionals, Minister of Health, Dr Frank Anthony, has said. Anthony made the disclosure following his participation in […]
Guyana Hindu Dharmic Sabha condemns killing of child
– says no religious claim can justify harm THE Guyana Hindu Dharmic Sabha has condemned the killing of young Orlando Jaikaran, calling for a thorough investigation and the harshest penalties under the law for anyone found responsible. The organisation said it was horrified by the alleged involvement of the child’s father and a person described […]
Public Servants complete two-day workplace safety training
– aimed at healthier, more productive offices A GROUP of public servants completed a two-day Workplace Safety and Health training on October 20 and 21, equipping them to identify workplace risks, comply with occupational safety regulations and promote a safe, healthy and productive work environment. The Ministry of Labour and Manpower Planning’s Occupational Safety and […]
Stronger research needed to guide fisheries investment – Min Mustapha
MINISTER of Agriculture, Zulfikar Mustapha, on Wednesday, stressed the importance of stronger scientific research to guide investment in Guyana’s fisheries and aquaculture sector. Minister Mustapha opined that increased production must go hand in hand with protecting livelihoods and the environment. He emphasised that research is not an academic exercise conducted in isolation, but a powerful […]
Guyana-born nurse leader returns home to support nursing students
– hosts wellness fair at Georgetown School of Nursing GUYANA-BORN nurse leader and educator, Dr Amalia Misir, returned to Guyana this month with a focus on listening to healthcare and education leaders and exploring ways to support nursing students as they prepare for professional practice. Dr Misir, who is based in New York and founded […]
