See below the full release from the Maritime Administration Department (MARAD): The Maritime Administration Department (MARAD) wishes to clarify a matter of public interest which has generated considerable attention and inquiries, particularly from the media outlet, Demerara Waves. It is important to recall that on June 11, 2024, the United…
Family calls for justice after tragic hit-and-run accident
The family of the individuals affected in a hit-and-run accident that tragically claimed the life of a nine-month-old baby is demanding justice. The accident occurred on Sunday, at around 18:30 hrs on Line Path Public Road in Corentyne, Berbice. Reports indicate that Tushan Surujnarine, 17, was riding an electric cycle…
Farmers happy as Gov’t intervention ensures $4,000 per bag of paddy
Some 6,500 paddy producers are set to benefit from a new agreement that guarantees a price of $4,000 per bag of paddy. This much-needed price increase comes after weeks of discussions between the government, millers, and farmers. The announcement, made last week and reiterated during a meeting in Mahaica on…
Support needed as suicide among Guyana’s Indigenous peoples rising
The International Centre for Migration and Diaspora Studies at the University of Guyana recently hosted a panel discussion on suicide prevention under the theme “Creating Hope Through Action.” The event brought together key mental health experts to address the evolving landscape of suicide in Guyana and the steps being taken…
Support needed as suicide among Guyana’s Indigenous peoples rising
The International Centre for Migration and Diaspora Studies at the University of Guyana recently hosted a panel discussion on suicide prevention under the theme “Creating Hope Through Action.” The event brought together key mental health experts to address the evolving landscape of suicide in Guyana and the steps being taken…
Support needed as suicide among Guyana’s Indigenous peoples rising
The International Centre for Migration and Diaspora Studies at the University of Guyana recently hosted a panel discussion on suicide prevention under the theme “Creating Hope Through Action.” The event brought together key mental health experts to address the evolving landscape of suicide in Guyana and the steps being taken…
US orders wind down of Chevron’s oil exports from Venezuela in 30 days
(Reuters) – The Trump administration said on Tuesday it was ending a license that the U.S. has granted to U.S. oil producer Chevron since 2022 to operate in Venezuela and export its oil, after Washington accused President Nicolas Maduro of not making progress on electoral reforms and migrant returns. Chevron will have through…
Baby dies after accident involving electric bike, wagon
A nine-month-old baby boy died on Sunday after a motorcar collided with the electric bike he was being carried on. Dead is Eli Surujnarine. Police Headquarters said the accident occurred at about 18:30 hrs on the Line Path Public Road, Corentyne, Berbice. The baby’s father, 17-year-old Tushan Surujnarine was riding…
Obesity rates ‘steadily increasing’ among children, adults – Health Minister
See below the full message from the Minister of Health, Dr. Frank Anthony: On World Obesity Day 2025, Guyana joins the global community in raising awareness about the increasing prevalence of obesity and its impact on public health. This day is observed under the theme, ‘Changing Systems, Healthier Lives’. With…
Obesity rates ‘steadily increasing’ among children, adults – Health Minister
See below the full message from the Minister of Health, Dr. Frank Anthony: On World Obesity Day 2025, Guyana joins the global community in raising awareness about the increasing prevalence of obesity and its impact on public health. This day is observed under the theme, ‘Changing Systems, Healthier Lives’. With…
