South Africa, Australia, England and Pakistan continue winning ways
By Frederick Halley DEFENDING champions South Africa, England, Australia and Pakistan continued their winning ways when the International Cricket Masters (ICM) Over-40 World Cup, organised by Cricket West Indies Masters (CWIM) entered its second day at venues across Guyana yesterday. After a close two-wicket win over Canada at the GCC ground, Bourda on Saturday, the […]
‘No child should feel unsafe going to school’
–Education Ministry launches investigations into recent school bullying reports The Ministry of Education has launched investigations into reports of bullying and violence at schools over the past week, including incidents in which children were injured, Education Minister Sonia Parag says. Parag on Sunday said every report brought to the ministry’s attention whether formally or through […]
‘We have to protect our children, our schools, our society’ — President Ali announces restrictions on vape imports
— Finance Minister to sign Order as gov’t moves to protect children, schools and public’s health THE government will impose restrictions on the importation of all vapes and vaping products into Guyana, except those specifically approved by the Minister of Health or the relevant tobacco control authorities, President Dr Irfaan Ali announced on Saturday evening. […]
$180M Onderneeming Community Facility commissioned in Region Three
— over $1.6B invested in housing, infrastructural improvements along West Bank of Demerara under IDB-funded programme RESIDENTS of Onderneeming and surrounding communities in Region Three now have access to a $180 million recreational facility, as the Government continues to invest in infrastructure aimed at improving living conditions, promoting healthy lifestyles and strengthening community development. The […]
Guyana secures major OECD risk-rating upgrade, paving way for cheaper international financing
— Finance Minister says improved classification signals growing global confidence in Guyana’s economy GUYANA has secured another significant international economic milestone, with the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) upgrading the country’s risk classification from Category Five to Category Four, a development expected to reduce the cost of certain types of international financing and […]
Minister Teixeira calls for stronger human rights, anti-corruption education amid Guyana’s rapid development
—as 345 participants graduate from the International Human Rights Law Certificate Course CORRUPTION does more than undermine public trust; it can deprive citizens of essential services, including education, healthcare, water and proper roads, Minister of Parliamentary Affairs and Governance Gail Teixeira has warned. The minister stressed that as Guyana continues its rapid development, greater […]
Road crashes leading cause of trauma deaths at GPHC, study finds
— research presented at Bethune Round Table examines over 5,000 cases, highlights need for stronger emergency, surgical care MOTOR vehicle crashes were the leading cause of trauma-related deaths among patients admitted to the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) between 2018 and 2022, according to research presented at the Bethune Round Table, 2026. The study, which […]
GCCI supports measures to restrict vape imports
The following is the full text of the statement released by the GCCI The Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) welcomes the announcement by His Excellency the President, Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali of measures to restrict the importation of vaping products into Guyana, recognising the importance of safeguarding public health, particularly the well-being […]
Before the Shahoud sailed Coast Guard ranks already saving lives
HOURS before the GDFS Shahoud set sail from Georgetown, the Coast Guard had already launched a full-scale emergency response to the distress signals from the MV Barima. The story that is emerging from the Presidential Commission of Inquiry into the Barima disaster over the last few days is one of soldiers saving lives in the […]
Muslim community backs President Ali’s decision to restrict vape imports
The following is the full text of the statement released by the CIOG: “The Central Islamic Organisation of Guyana (CIOG) and the Muslim Youth Organisation of Guyana (MYO) offer their strongest and most unequivocal endorsement of President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali’s decision to restrict the importation of vapes and vaping products. This is a […]
