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Papa John’s to open first Guyana location on Monday

Popular American pizza chain, Papa John’s will open its first location in Guyana on Monday, 16th December at the corner of Vlissengen Road and Garnett Street. In a statement this morning, Restaurant Brands Holdings Incorporated of Guyana, announced its acquisition of exclusive franchise rights for Papa John’s in Guyana, Suriname, Curacao, and Aruba. The company said […]

Education Minister warns students and other youths against sexting

Noticing an increase in reports of many teenage school children being caught up in sharing private photos of themselves with others, Education Minister, Priya Manickchand took to her Facebook page this morning to warn students and other youths against getting involved in sexting. Sexting is term used to describe the act of sending, receiving, or […]

Guyanese incorporated company planning chartered flights to Europe and North and South America

Guyanese incorporated company, Jet Global Services Guyana, today announced the launch of its chartered international flight operations, connecting Guyana to Europe, North America, and South America. The new charter service is set for take off in July 2025. In a statement, Jet Global Services said the groundbreaking initiative marks a significant milestone in positioning Guyana […]

President calls for unity in Guyana Police Force

While breaking bread this morning at the annual Guyana Police Force Christmas Breakfast, President Irfaan Ali issued a call for unity within the Guyana Police Force, telling senior Officers that the Force can achieve more if there is a unified approach.  The call by the President come as concerns mount over the direction of the […]

Government and GPSU ink two-year salary increase agreement for public servants; Staff nurses and above to benefit from duty free allowance

The Government of Guyana and the Guyana Public Service Union have inked a two-year agreement that will see an across the board salary increase of 10% for public servants for this year, along with an 8% salary increase for next year. The agreement was signed this morning between the Government and the Union following the […]

Ministry of Health discontinues charges for Yellow Fever vaccine card

The Ministry of Health has announced that it will no longer charge $1000 for the issuance of Yellow Fever vaccination card. In a memo to all Government Health Clinics and other Government Health Agencies, the Health Ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Malcolm Watkins stated that with immediate effect, the Yellow Fever vaccination cards will be issued free […]

10% retroactive salary increase for 2024 and 8% increase in 2025 for public servants; President also announces salary adjustments

President Irfaan Ali has announced an across the board 10% retroactive salary increase for public servants. He made the announcement this morning while addressing Senior Police Officers at their Christmas Breakfast event.   The President said a two-year agreement, covering 2024 and 2025, has been struck with the Guyana Public Service Union.   Under the […]