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$210M Boiler system commissioned at GPHC

The Georgetown Public Hospital has commissioned a $210 Million Boiler system that is intended to enhance operational efficiency and patient care at the country’s primary health institution. Minister of Health, Dr. Frank  Anthony, while applauding the hospital on its latest acquisition, underscored the importance the Boiler System plays in the area of sterilization. “Having steam […]

GDF and US Navy conducting joint patrol exercise offshore Guyana

The Guyana Defence Force (GDF) and the United States Navy are conducting a joint exercise offshore Guyana, the United States Embassy in Georgetown has announced. The U.S. Navy cruiser USS NORMANDY and the Guyana Defence Force patrol vessel SHAHOUD are conducting joint exercises in international waters and within the Guyana Exclusive Economic Zone to exercise […]

Investigating Panel finds several systemic failures contributed to injured fireman’s death at GPHC

The investigation into the death of Fireman Voshaun Manbodh at the Georgetown Hospital has revealed several systemic errors on the part of the hospital and its staff. The fireman who was injured in the Mae’s School Fire passed away at the Georgetown Hospital three days after being admitted there with multiple injures. The investigating team, […]

$447.8M Commercial Registry Office opened in Essequibo

A new Deeds and Commercial Registry office was commissioned today on the Essequibo Coast by President Irfaan Ali, who promised easier access to important business transactions for Essequibo residents. The $447.8 Million three-story building will accommodate offices to offer legal land and business transactions for residents across the Essequibo. The President said there can no […]

AG Nandlall accuses US Congresswoman of listening to “one side” on Melly Mel’s detention issue

Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs Anil Nandlall has expressed his displeasure with recent statements from United States Congresswoman Yvette Clarke, on the state of affairs in Guyana and the detention of Guyanese activist, Mellissa Atwell-Holder in the United States. The U.S Congresswoman appeared on Mark Benschop’s Straight Up programme recently and condemned the […]

Government teams up with Hess and Mount Sinai for extension of National Healthcare Initiative

President Irfaan Ali today announced the extension of the National Healthcare Initiative for another five years. The move is being done in collaboration with the Mount Sinai Health System and the Hess Corporation. Mount Sinai is an internationally recognized healthcare provider. Noting that significant improvements in the quality of healthcare and access to healthcare are already being […]