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Texila American University embraces breast cancer awareness

TEXILA American University held its Pinktober event on October 25, 2024, at its Providence, East Bank Demerara location which served as a vital platform for raising awareness about breast cancer, a crucial health issue affecting many individuals and families worldwide. The event, according to a press release, was part of the broader initiative to promote […]

First-ever Guyana Indigenous Student Society launched

…as a support group for Amerindian students THE University of Guyana Indigenous Student Society (UGISS) was launched on Wednesday at the Turkeyen Campus. It is the first student-led body dedicated to building a supportive network for Indigenous students and creating a space where they can celebrate and preserve their heritage. The UGISS serves as a […]

‘Your country needs you now more than ever before’

–President Ali tells UG class of 2024; encourages them to integrate themselves into Guyana’s development –Valedictorian Persaud emphasises the importance of perseverance in achieving one’s goals AT the University of Guyana’s 58th convocation ceremony, President, Dr Irfaan Ali and Education Minister Priya Manickchand delivered powerful messages to the Class of 2024, urging them to […]

Smart classroom enhances education delivery at Mahdia Primary School

THE Ministry of Education recently commissioned a state-of-the-art smart classroom at the Mahdia Primary School, aimed at transforming the learning experience for pupils and advancing administrative processes for teachers and staff. According to the Ministry of Education, this addition marks a major stride in Region Eight’s journey towards a digitally empowered educational system, enhancing both […]

Ramjattan admits coalition used inaccurate information to lobby US officials

AS the public’s confidence in the Alliance For Change (AFC) continues to dwindle, party executive, Khemraj Ramjattan has admitted that the coalition did not use accurate information in its election report to United States officials. During a press conference on Friday, he said: “I don’t know what dossier was sent. I am giving you expressly […]

‘An outstanding citizen, invaluable asset to Guyana’

–President Ali says of Minister Teixeira on her receipt of prestigious CPA Lifetime Achievement Award PRESIDENT Dr. Irfaan Ali on Thursday acknowledged the significant, lifelong contributions of Minister of Parliamentary Affairs and Governance Gail Teixeira towards the advancement of Guyana through dedicated service to the people. The President recognised Minister Teixeira’s contributions in a […]

‘Sustainable agriculture’ training to empower persons living with disabilities

PERSONS living with disabilities (PWDs) now have access to specialised ‘sustainable agriculture’ training through the Ministry of Human Services and Social Security’s ‘Learning Lab.’ This pilot initiative, which is in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Research and Extension Institute (NAREI), aims to empower this vulnerable group. The programme offers training across several […]

Regularisation of land to begin for 200 Amelia’s Ward families

THE regularisation process for land at Block 42, Amelia’s Ward in Linden will soon begin, providing approximately 200 families with secure land ownership and better living conditions. Minister within the Ministry of Housing and Water, Susan Rodrigues, made this announcement during an outreach to the Region 10 housing area on Wednesday. Although a survey plan […]