Kevin Browne, a 48-year-old security officer, died on Sunday after he reportedly fell from the roof of a building at Good Hope, East Coast Demerara. Police Headquarters reported that Browne, the Chief Security Officer of Sheriff Security, transported workers to the INFAB building situated on the southern side of the…
Stakeholders working to support persons with disabilities more
The Guyana Council of Organisations for Persons with Disabilities (GCOPD) is currently exploring ways to improve the national approach to the early identification and diagnosis of disabilities in children at schools. Programme Manager of the GCOPD, Ganesh Singh during an interview with the News Room on Monday said this is…
President sets aggressive digitisation deadlines for key ministries
President Dr. Irfaan Ali has announced several digitisation targets aimed at improving efficiency across government ministries and agencies. Speaking on the need to eliminate bureaucratic delays that burden citizens, he outlined strict deadlines for several ministries to fully digitise their operations. “If someone gotta come to town to process their…
Port Kaituma teen drowns while swimming
Police in Port Kaituma, Region One, launched an investigation after 16-year-old Vernil Fredericks reportedly drowned while swimming on Sunday. The incident occurred at Canal Bank, Port Kaituma. According to the Police report, at about 14:20 hrs, Fredericks was swimming in the middle of the river when he started screaming for…
MVP Sports and Trophy Stall honoured for outstanding support to sport
Two key names in local business—MVP Sports and Trophy Stall—were recognized for their outstanding and consistent contributions to Guyanese sport, securing the Corporate Sponsor of the Year accolade for the third consecutive year at the National Sports Commission (NSC) awards. The twin awards highlight the critical role private sector support…
Two Venezuelans, Colombian wanted by CANU after cocaine bust at Parika
The Customs Anti-Narcotic Unit (CANU) has issued wanted bulletins for three foreign nationals in connection with a recent major drug bust at Parika, East Bank Essequibo (EBE). Those wanted are Venezuelans Richard Daniel Rodriguez Criollo and Hernan Dario Martinez Canon, along with Colombian Camilo Morales Gonzalez of Hadfield Street, Wortmanville,…
Gov’t partners with Coursera to launch free Upskilling Platform for public servants
The Ministry of Public Service, Government Efficiency and Implementation has officially launched a national upskilling initiative in partnership with Coursera, aimed at transforming Guyana’s public sector through world-class training. The programme, officially launched on Monday at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre, will provide free and continuous learning opportunities to public…
Fernandes and successful senior team highlight squash’s haul at NSC Awards
The Guyana Squash Association (GSA) has been confirmed as a formidable force in national sport, sweeping three top accolades at the National Sports Commission’s (NSC) Sport Awards, confirming the discipline’s status as an undisputed power both regionally and internationally. Leading the charge was Nicolette Fernandes, who was crowned the 2024…
ENet wins NSC large corporate award for second consecutive year
For the second year in succession, ENet, Guyana’s leading provider of digital cable television, internet, information technology and media services, has been recognised by the National Sports Commission (NSC) for its continued investment in sport. NSC Commissioner Chateram Ramdihal (left) presents the Corporate Sponsor of the Year (Large) to ENet…
Austin and Hinckson lead athletics impressive haul at National Sports Awards
The Athletics Association of Guyana (AAG) made a resounding impact at the National Sports Commission’s 2024 awards ceremony, with its young sprinters sweeping the top prizes for junior athletes following a phenomenal season on the regional and continental stage. Sprinters Malachi Austin and Athaleyha Hinckson claimed the coveted Junior Sportsman…
