West Indies scraped to a nervy five-wicket victory over Papua New Guinea in their opening Men’s T20 World Cup match on Sunday. While relieved to secure the two points, Head Coach Darren Sammy insists there’s significant room for improvement as the tournament progresses. Chasing a modest 137 for victory, the…
Although Canada is a key trade and development partner for Guyana, there is untapped potential in trade and investment opportunities, Foreign Secretary Robert Persaud said Wednesday at the Annual General Meeting of the Canada- Guyana Chamber of Commerce. “Our business entities have not optimally exploited these relations to enhance trade…
Afghanistan’s explosive opening batsman Rahmanullah Gurbaz is brimming with confidence about his team’s chances at the T20 World Cup, particularly with matches being held in Guyana. This time, he is not ‘calling all Warriors’ as he issued a passionate plea for Guyanese fans to support Afghanistan in their biggest Group…
Forty-two persons have been killed on the country’s roadways so far this year and the Traffic Chief, Senior Superintendent Mahendra Singh, is urging road users not to be callous in the way in which they use the roads. “Some persons think that when they are crossing a major roadway or…
The Ministry of Health has set in motion a plan to reduce the number of cigarettes being smoked through the introduction of pills that contain nicotine lozenges. Nicotine lozenge is a medicine that helps people quit smoking and is approved by the US Food and Drug Administration. It provides users…
The 400m at this year’s AP Invitational, set for June 22 at the National Track and Field Centre, promises to be exhilarating, following the announcement of a stellar line-up featuring future stars of Guyana’s track and field alongside some of the best athletes in the region. The women’s event will feature Olympian…
The Ministry of Public Works (MPW), the Lethem Mayor and Town Council and the Regional Democratic Council, Region 9 are working together to address the situation at the Pirara Bridge on the Linden – Lethem corridor. Here’s an update on the latest developments and plans: 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐞 𝐎𝐧𝐠𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐑𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬: A joint…
History beckons when Papua New Guinea take on Uganda in an all-Associate clash in Group C with one of them set for their first win in a T20 World Cup. Both teams know Wednesday’s game will be their best shot at collecting two crucial points, having been placed alongside strong…
Following prolonged delays, the government has terminated its contract with the Kallco Guyana Inc., the Trinidadian company responsible for the western section of the Conversation Tree Road project. The Ministry of Public Works reached an agreement with Kallco, ensuring the company settles all outstanding financial obligations related to the project….
A 22-year-old man from Kaneville, East Bank Demerara was placed on $300,000 bail for causing death by dangerous driving. Chris Sobers appeared before Chief Magistrate Sherdel Issacs-Marcus at the Georgetown Magistrate’s Court. The case was adjourned to July 9, 2024 for disclosure at the Georgetown Magistrate’s Court 1. Sobers was…
