The Family Enhancement Services Section (FESS) of the Ministry of Human Services and Social Security on Wednesday commenced a two-day Youth and Family Violence Training Conference at the Regency Hotel. The training has brought together 35 dedicated professionals from across the Ministry, including FESS, the Childcare and Protection Agency (CPA),…
Misinformation about breast cancer treatment costing lives – Dr. Ghazi
Breast cancer remains one of the most common cancers among women in Guyana, but according to Dr. Syed Ghazi of the Cancer Institute, misinformation causes late detection and even leads to death. In a recent appearance on the Starting Point podcast, Dr. Ghazi said while awareness has improved, fear and…
Study reveals Caribbean youth struggle with depression, anxiety
A regional study on the mental health of children and youth has revealed that a significant number of young people across the Caribbean are struggling with depression and anxiety. The Caribbean Child and Youth Mental Health Research Study, presented by Michele Small Bartley, Programme Manager for Youth Development at the…
Policeman, 34, shot dead by businessman at Vreed-en-Hoop
Richard Haynes, a 34-year-old Police Lance Corporal, was fatally shot by a 37-year-old businessman at the Vreed-en-Hoop Stelling sometime Thursday morning. Police Headquarters, in a release, said the businessman, who is the proprietor of a cell phone shop, has been arrested. It was also noted that investigations so far indicate…
West Indies crumble to series defeat against Bangladesh
Bangladesh blazed a hole through West Indies in a 179-run win in the third ODI, completing their first series victory since March last year. Saif Hassan and Soumya Sarkar put together a scintillating 176-run opening stand, which provided the backbone for Bangladesh’s 296 for 8. The visitors lasted 30.1 overs,…
Guyana to host Regional Anti-Doping Training
Guyana is set to host a major three-day regional training programme, in partnership with the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA), aimed at bolstering the Caribbean’s anti-doping efforts. The Caribbean Regional Anti-Doping Organisation (Caribbean RADO), the Guyana Olympic Association (GOA), and WADA are facilitating the Doping Control Officer Training Programme from October…
President Ali confers GDF ranks with prestigious medals
The Guyana Defence Force’s (GDF) 60th Anniversary Medal Presentation Parade was marked by reverence and pride as the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali, decorated Officers and Other Ranks with prestigious military medals for their distinguished, faithful, and exemplary service to the nation. A total of 871…
Hand-in-Hand Celebrates 160 Years of Trust, Integrity, and Service
The Hand-in-Hand Mutual Fire Insurance Company Limited proudly celebrates 160 years of excellence, marking one of the most significant milestones in Guyana’s corporate history. Established in 1865, the company has stood as a pillar of trust, resilience, and innovation, providing generations of Guyanese with reliable, affordable protection and peace of…
New nano fertiliser launched, promises higher rice yields
The Ministry of Agriculture in collaboration with the Guyana Rice Development Board (GRDB) on Wednesday launched the country’s first nano urea fertiliser at the GRDB’s facility at Burma in Mahaicony, Region Five. This fertiliser is more efficient in nutrient uptake, reduces wastages, and minimises environmental impact, potentially leading to higher…
Guyana elected to key Anti-Doping Fund Committee
Guyana has been elected to the Approval Committee of the Fund for the Elimination of Doping in Sport, marking the country’s first successful bid for a leadership position in a global anti-doping body. The election occurred during the 10th Session of the Conference of Parties (COP10) to the International Convention…
