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STEMGuyana is proud to announce a significant partnership with Scotiabank Guyana to sustain and enhance its Learning Pods Program. This learning initiative was founded during the COVID19 pandemic to correct learning loss among school-aged children, and currently provides after-school enrichment in Science, Mathematics, English, Technology, Robotics, and Coding for primary and secondary school students across
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Scores of persons, many dressed in their work attire, others accompanied by children, showed up to receive their house lots, sign for their agreement of sale or simply make a query at a housing drive that got underway in Region Two on Friday. With documents well arranged in their hands, they waited anxiously for their
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See below CARICOM’s comments on the Guyana/ Venezuela controversy part of the communique issued after the 48th Regular Meeting of the conference of the Heads of Government:  Heads of Government received an update on developments concerning the Guyana/Venezuela controversy. They noted with grave concern, both the statements made by the President of the Bolivarian Republic
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Guyana is celebrating one of its brightest stars—international rapper and songwriter, SAINt JHN. Known for collaborations with global superstars like Beyoncé, he’s now here in Guyana determined to help elevate the country’s cultural footprint. Born Carlos St. John Phillips, the Guyanese-American artist is blending music, fashion, and philanthropy to showcase the country’s creative potential on
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As the demand for house lots continues to rise, the Minister within the Ministry of Housing and Water, Susan Rodrigues, said that pending allocations are currently being “comprehensively” addressed. This, she said, is being done in all of the administrative regions except Region Four. “We have come up with a plan, led of course by
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Australia qualified for the semi-finals of the Champions Trophy at the expense of Afghanistan as their match in Lahore was abandoned following heavy rain. Sediqullah Atal’s composed 85 helped Afghanistan post a competitive, if not especially threatening, total of 273 on another batter-friendly surface at the Gaddafi Stadium. His 95-ball innings included three sixes and
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Jos Buttler has resigned as England’s white-ball captain following his side’s Champions Trophy exit. The 34-year-old will lead England for the final time in their last group match in the tournament against South Africa on Saturday. Defeat by Afghanistan on Wednesday knocked England out of the Champions Trophy- their third disappointing white-ball event in a
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The 10th edition of the Cheddi and Janet Jagan Memorial Windball Tournament was officially launched on Thursday (February 27) at the National Gymnasium on Mandela Avenue, promising an expanded and more competitive event this year. Unlike previous editions where only schools from Regions Three and Four competed, this year’s tournament will see representation from schools
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Three individuals are now homeless after a fire completely destroyed their one-bedroom flat house on Thursday afternoon. In an interview with reporters, Debra Timmers, 33, a self-employed resident of Mayor and Town Council Housing Scheme in New Amsterdam, Berbice, confirmed that she lived in the house with her son and common-law husband. At approximately 14:30
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The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors has approved a new US$156 million project aimed at upgrading and rehabilitating Guyana’s road infrastructure. The Integrated Transport Corridors Project will focus on enhancing the country’s transport network in selected regions, making it more resilient to natural hazards and ensuring safer, more reliable mobility for residents. Guyana’s road
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