Guyana mourns

–five long-standing servicemen die; two ranks survive after tragic helicopter crash –efforts still underway to rescue, extract personnel from crash site; team providing necessary support to survivors on the ground –condolences pour in; all flags to be flown half-staff until further notice THE Guyana Defence Force (GDF) on Thursday confirmed that five of seven occupants … Guyana mourns Read More »

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"Bar Owners' Obligations to Prevent Drunk Driving under Intoxicating Liquor Licensing Act"

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  The Government of Guyana is taking a stand against drunk driving. The Attorney General's Chambers has issued a warning to bar owners and operators regarding the Intoxicating Liquor Licensing (Amendment) Act 2022. Under the Act, license holders are required to play a more active role in the prevention of drinking and driving. This comes as the Government continues to be concerned with the senseless deaths on our roadways, which are often caused by drunk driving. License holders are mandated to impose obligations on drivers at their establishments, including verifying the age of customers, discouraging drinking and driving, and not permitting drunkenness or any violent, quarrelsome, or riotous conduct to take place on their premises. License holders are also required to ensure that customers have designated drivers if they are likely to leave the premises by driving. License holders must refuse entry to any person who is drunk, violent, quarrelsome, or disorderly. Signs must be pos...
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"Satellite Connectivity Provides Critical ICT Services to 35,000 Residents in 93 Villages Across Guyana"

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  Guyana’s National Data Management Authority (NDMA) has successfully installed satellite connectivity in 93 villages across the country, benefitting approximately 35,000 residents. The initiative, which falls under the WiFiGY platform, aims to provide reliable and free internet access to underserved communities, thereby bridging the digital divide. One of the recent successes of the project was the installation of satellite internet and IP phone services at the Katoka Village ICT Hub in Region Nine. The new services will enable residents to access high-speed internet, with speeds of up to 10Mbps, for free. In addition, the IP phone services will allow the community to stay connected with loved ones and access emergency services if needed. The satellite connectivity will open up opportunities for remote work, e-commerce, online education, and electronic access to government services, among other digital services. The NDMA’s efforts in hinterland and remote communities aim to ensur...
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