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Corriverton market on fire
The Corriverton Market in Region Six is currently engulfed in flames.
Inter-American Commission on Human Rights team to visit
The Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs today announced that the Government of Guyana will be hosting a delegation from the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR) from November 28 to December 1, 2023.
President expresses condolences on passing of Justice Prem Persaud
President Irfaan Ali last night expressed condolences on the passing of retired justice Prem Persaud.
‘Foremost’ Guyanese diplomat Rudy Insanally dies at 87
Former Minister of Foreign Affairs Dr Samuel Rudolph Insanally passed away yesterday.
Time to end the standoff with the M&CC
Former Speaker of the National Assembly Ralph Ramkarran has called on the government to end what he described as a “decades old stand-off” between itself and the Georgetown City Council since it is the senior party in the stand-off and has overall responsibility for the welfare of all citizens in Guyana.
Guyana among Latam countries with low malnutrition levels – FAO
Amidst the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, climate crisis, the conflict in Ukraine, an economic slowdown, rising food inflation and income inequality which have prevented hitting the targets established to meet SDG 2 of ending hunger, Guyana stands as a beacon of hope.
Cricket bat attack student victim released from hospital
Jamal Reid, the 16-year-old student of Golden Grove Secondary, who was struck to the head by one of his peers two weeks ago, has been discharged from the hospital as his family continues to call for justice.
Venezuela will never succeed, Essequibo belongs to Guyana – Jagdeo tells Region Two
Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo yesterday told residents of Region Two (Pomeroon-Supenaam that Venezuela will never succeed and Essequibo belongs to Guyana.
Still no sign of four missing fishermen
The search continues for the four fishermen who went missing after they ventured out 11 days ago to help recover one of their boats which had sent out a distress signal.
How the Cost of Living is affecting people
Interviews and photos by Subhana Shiwmangal Stabroek News spoke to members of the public in Tucville, Georgetown about the rising cost of living and how it is affecting them.
Eighty-six gain diplomas, certificates in agriculture, animal and veterinary health, forestry and agro-processing
Eighty-six students have graduated from the Guyana School of Agriculture (GSA) with diplomas and certificates in Agriculture, Animal Health, Veterinary Public Health, Forestry and Agro-processing.
Major European companies show positive interest in Guyana market
By Joseph Allen Major, world-renowned European companies have shown a positive interest in entering the Guyana market where they expect to bring a high level of competitive spirit, experience, and quality.
Negotiations between the government, six oil block bidders still ongoing – Jagdeo
Insisting that he was trying to keep himself “out of these matters”, Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo on Thursday advised that all questions regarding the negotiations with the successful six oil block bidders be directed to Minister of Natural Resources Vickram Bharrat.
Rupununi Chamber receives $1.5M for Expo 21
The Rupununi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (RCCI) has received a $1.5 million donation from the Ministry of Amerindian Affairs towards the 21st Rupununi Business and Investment Exposition 2023.
GDF Military Partners Day acknowledged partnerships with international collaborators
Chief-of-Staff of the Guyana Defence Force Brigadier Omar Khan organised a Military Partners Day in symbolic display of gratitude and camaraderie in recognition of the support from prestigious international allies.
Guyana restates commitment to the Amazonian Cooperation Treaty
Prime Minister Mark Phillips expressed the Government of Guyana’s satisfaction with progress currently being made in advancing the cooperation agenda for the sustainable development of the Amazon region during the XIV Meeting of Foreign Ministers of the Amazon Cooperation Treaty Organization (ACTO) in Brazil recently.
$12M Moco Moco meeting hall commissioned
Minister of Amerindian Affairs Pauline Sukhai recently commissioned a $12 million meeting hall, funded by Guyana’s Carbon Credit Programme, at Moco Moco, Central Rupununi, Region Nine.
GDF hosts military partners day
In a symbolic display of appreciation and camaraderie, Chief of Staff of the Guyana Defence Force (GDF), Brigadier Omar Khan, hosted a Military Partners Day to recognize the invaluable support from international allies.
Former Foreign Minister Rudy Insanally passes away
Former Minister of Foreign Affairs Dr Rudy Insanally has passed away.
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