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UG’s first female graduate, Bebe Isha Beekie, remembered as trailblazer
“We were all inspired by Mum. She was a trailblazer in many regards, advocating for equality and respect for all, especially women, leaving an indelible mark on those who knew her." These were the words of Dr. Raj Beekie, a proud son of…
Guyana cops Destination of the Year Award; Walrond is Woman Tourism Minister of the Year
Guyana has been awarded the Destination of the Year in the Ecological Tourism category. The announcement was made by the Pacific Area Travel Writers Association at the PATWA International Travel Awards 2024 at the International Tourism…
Dr. Ali appeals for much needed consensus among key players in Haiti
President Irfaan Ali, who is the current Chairman of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), has emphasised the evident need for Haiti, despite efforts toward a domestically derived solution, to receive assistance not only from CARICOM but also…
Carifesta hotel project: Lands and Surveys details why City doesn’t own lands
The Guyana Lands and Surveys Commission on Wednesday released a lengthy statement, once again refuting claims by the Mayor and Town Council of Georgetown that it owns lands along Carifesta Avenue in Georgetown now earmarked for the…
Large crowds flock Freedom House as ‘rumour’ of cash distributions swirls
“They have been duped!”
That was the response of Minister within the Office of the Prime Minister Kwame McCoy when scores of citizens flocked the headquarters of the governing PPP/C in Georgetown on Wednesday, in hopes that they would…
From Guyana to Kenya, a Massachusetts Guardsman finds a taste of home
U.S. Army - Born in Guyana, a small country in South America, one Massachusetts National Guard Soldier received a rare opportunity to visit Africa during exercise Justified Accord 2024 in Kenya.
“I learned I was going to Kenya not too…
For the first time, hinterland pupils participating in ‘Whiz Kids’ programme
The Guyana Learning Channel reaffirms its dedication to student success with the ongoing rollout of innovative educational programs tailored to support Grade 6 students gearing up for the National Grade 6 Assessment (NGSA) in April…
Edu. Ministry remains ready to re-engage Teachers’ Union
The Ministry of Education says it remains ready and willing to engage the Guyana Teachers’ Union (GTU) as the strike action enters its third week.
Chief Education Officer, Saddam Hussain told the News Room in an invited comment on Sunday…
Spectacular costume, float parade brings curtains down on 2024 Children’s Mashramani Competition
The National Children’s Mashramani Competition concluded on Saturday with a spectacular costume and float parade.
The National Children's Mashramani Competition which was organized by the Ministry of Education's Unit of Allied Arts on…
GTU’s financial documents not filed in 20 years – Deeds and Commercial Registries
The Deeds and Commercial Registries on Friday revealed that the Guyana Teachers’ Union (GTU) has not filed its annual returns in 20 years.
A brief statement from the registry noted that it received queries from the media about the…