January 2025

The Ministry of Human Services and Social Security has reported an increase in the number of both permanent disability senses and public assistance beneficiaries with the latter up by 100 per cent. This is according to subject Minister Dr Vindhya Persaud. “We’ve seen increases in our numbers of beneficiaries in both permanent disability senses as
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Guyana Harpy Eagles are gearing up for the 2025 First-Class season with two Four-Day practice matches, the first potentially starting on January 4. With team spots highly competitive, Head Coach Ryan Hercules aims to see players demonstrate the discipline and strategy required for the upcoming season, with a particular emphasis on batting skills. For fringe
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The Government, through the Ministry of Human Services and Social Security, allotted $150M in 2024 to combat sexual offences and gender-based violence (GBV). Human Services Minister, Dr Vindhya Persaud spoke of the importance of direct allotments to these and similar social issues. She was, at the time, speaking at the Ministry’s end-of-year press conference on
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President Dr. Irfaan Ali has emphasised the crucial role of sport in uniting communities and boosting Guyana’s economy through tourism. Speaking at his end-of-year press conference for 2024, President Ali pointed to the recent boom in hotel development and stressed the importance of investments that draw visitors to the nation. He announced the government’s commitment
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The relatives of Yognand Chaitram are demanding justice and answers following the tragic incident that resulted in his untimely demise. Yognand, a 29-year-old cane harvester hailing from Alness Village in Corentyne, Berbice was fatally shot by a businessman at Black Bush Polder on Wednesday. In an interview with reporters, Yognand’s brother, Devendra Chaitram, recounted the
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With 27, 169 cases of malaria diagnosed in 2024, Guyana is intensifying efforts to eliminate the life-threatening disease by allowing gold miners to play a pivotal role. Minister of Health, Dr Frank Anthony at a recent yearend press conference revealed that majority of the cases were recorded in regions One, Seven, Eight, and Nine. He
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Guyana’s population now has 98.3 percent access to potable water, marking a remarkable achievement for Guyana Water Incorporated (GWI) in 2024. At a year-end press conference held at State House on Tuesday, President Dr Irfaan Ali highlighted that this success is the direct outcome of substantial investments in the water sector, which included the development
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“In our unity lies our strength. This must be our truth and our rallying cry. Whether tackling the climate crisis, addressing gun violence, or championing equitable global financial reforms, we must act with one voice and one purpose.” My beloved brothers and sisters of the Caribbean, As we step boldly into 2025, I greet you
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Kiran Bacchus, a mason from Cotton Tree, West Coast Berbice has died following a fight with his younger brother Deepak, 27, on New Year’s Day. Police said Deepak lives with his wife, Tena and his mother Sookranie Bacchus. Kiran lived next door with his wife, Seeta Churchand. At about 01:30 hrs on January 1, Deepak
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