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As Guyana joined the rest of the world in observing World Obesity Day today, the Ministry of Health reported an increase in cases of obesity affecting both adults and children in Guyana. The Ministry’s revelation comes as it raises more awareness about the increasing prevalence of obesity and the impact on public health. According to […]
The Guyana Bank for Trade and Industry Limited, has announced that it has recorded after-tax profits of $4 Billion for 2024, which represents a 31% increase over the 2023 figures. In a statement, the Bank’s Chairman, Senior Counsel Robin Stoby said “GBTI’s sustained growth is a testament to our unwavering focus on financial strength, digital […]
A taxi driver from Bagotstown on the East Bank of Demerara is facing serious drug trafficking chargers after he was nabbed by the Police on Monday at the Eugene F. Correia International Airport with a quantity of marijuana in his possession. The driver, 27-year-old Dequan Charles, was at the Jag’s Hanger at the Airport with […]
Police investigators from the Criminal Investigations Department are probing a break-in at the Central Housing and Planning Authority’s Annex on Croal Street in Georgetown. While Detectives said nothing was reported missing or stolen, they have launched a search for the suspect, who was captured entering and exiting the compound on early on Monday morning, just […]
The Ministry of Health’s Electronic Health Records (EHR) system is set to roll out later this month, and according to a release from the Department of Public Information, the initiative is expected to pave the way for medical professionals to store and manage patients’ data more efficiently. The initiative forms part of the Government’s plan […]
Guyana is among three CARICOM states set to benefit from a US$131.8 Million World Bank approved project that seeks to address the region’s critical energy challenges and drive economic growth by reducing dependence on imported fossil fuels. The other two beneficiaries are Grenada and St. Lucia. In a statement on Monday, the World Bank said […]
In wake of Venezuela’s latest acts of aggression, the political opposition is rallying long side the Government demanding that Guyana’s territorial integrity be respected. President Irfaan Ali met and held discussions with Opposition Leader Aubrey Norton and an Opposition team on Saturday. In a statement, the Alliance For Change condemned Venezuela’s incursion into Guyana’s territorial […]
Former General Secretary and political stalwart, Amna Ally has tendered her resignation from the People’s National Congress Reform, citing continuous disregard for women as the reason for her resignation. In her resignation to PNC Reform Leader, Aubrey Norton, Ally also said Norton and his entire Executive should hang their heads in shame and also resign […]
By Rennie Parris Welcome back to Talking Dollars & Making Sense. As we continue our deep dive into Guyana’s Comprehensive National Development Plan, specifically the Human Capital & Innovation pillar, it’s time to focus on a critical element of our nation’s future: Teacher Quality. In this piece, we’ll explore how Guyana can develop world-class educators, […]
There is growing international condemnation over Saturday’s incursion by the Venezuelan Coast Guard in Guyana’s waters near the drill ships and oil production vessels operating within Guyana. A Venezuelan Coast Guard boat spent several hours in Guyana’s waters sailing between the various oil vessels and questioning their captains while falsely telling them that they were […]
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