Tag: Guyana
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$13.9B in contracts signed for construction of housing units, infrastructure works
The Central Housing and Planning Authority (CH&PA) on Tuesday signed 199 contracts for the construction of 290 housing units and infrastructure works across Regions Three, Four, ... -
More COVID vaccines for Guyana, Russia among suppliers
Guyana is gearing to receive more vaccines as well as target other groups for immunisation against the coronavirus. On Monday, Health Minister Dr Frank Anthony said that ... -
Essequibo teen beaten by two men after leaving party
A nineteen-year-old is now trying to return his life to normalcy after being beaten by two men. Jevin Boston was hospitalised following the incident which occurred ... -
Speak out/Report child abuse – Rights of the Child Commission
The Rights of the Child Commission is calling for persons to continue their vigilance and report suspected cases of child abuse and neglect. On Monday, the ... -
The Give Another Chance Foundation launches emotional intelligence course
One organization is working against the odds to ensure its part is done in assisting and the promotion of well-being. Give Another Chance Foundation (GACF) has ... -
“My Physical Condition Did Not Prevent Me From Going After My Dreams” – Rajni Persaud, UG Graduand
Twenty-year-old Rajni Persaud, a bubbly and confident young woman, has beaten the odds in every respect to achieve what many others would have found difficult to ... -
Four-month-old baby dies after being pinned by father’s foot.
A four-month-old baby died on Sunday morning police said as they are investigating how her father may have pinned her during his sleep. The child has ... -
Staff and drug shortage amongst issues plaguing Essequibo Health institutions.
Health Institutions on the Essequibo Coast, continue to be plagued by the shortage of healthcare providers, and essential medication. RDC Councillor Malika Courtman raised this issued ... -
Regional officials to write Minister of Agriculture on millers owing E’bo farmers.
After more than five years, some mills on the Essequibo Coast are yet to make payments to rice farmers, for paddy purchased. The Regional Democratic Council ... -
US donates $US1.5M to support 8,700 persons living with HIV in Guyana
The United States government under the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) has donated an addition US$1.5M to support the 8,700 people living with the ...
