Guyanese singer Kay Ramo dies at 80
Guyanese Singer Kay Romao has died. Romao popularized a response to Eddie Hooper’s titled ‘My friends are gone now’ Kenzena Jordan Romao known as Miss Kay was also a teacher,…
Linden Mayor raises concern over removal of toll from Wismar McKenzie bridge
President Irfaan Ali on Sunday announced toll free crossing for commuters utilizing the Demerara, Berbice and Wismar Bridges. This will take effect from August 1, 2025. The announcement was made…
UNAIDS raises concern about resurgence of AIDS pandemic with suspension of US funding
If the United States funding for HIV/AIDS is not restored after April, then the possibility exists that new HIV infections and AIDS related deaths could increase significantly. Executive Director of…
GCCI elects its first female President
Almost two weeks after International Women’s Day and during Women’s History Month, Kathy Smith is elected to serve as President of the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI). Mrs.…
Home Affairs Ministry engaging photographer of image used in new passport
The photographer responsible for capturing the image used in the new electronic passport seems to be making headway in getting recognition of her work that was used without her permission.…
Guyana among countries to be visited by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio
United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio will be in the Caribbean next week for meetings with several leaders. Reports are that Secretary of State Rubio is expected to meet…
Education Ministry withdrawn primary school book with insensitive material on indigenous community
The Ministry of Education was on Thursday forced to withdraw a primary school textbook following concerns raised by the Toshao and residents of the indigenous community Chinese Landing in Barima…
Gate falls killing three year old
Police Pomeroon-Supenaam (Region 2) are investigating the circumstances under which a gate fell and killed a three-year-old girl. The child has been identified as Alaia Etwaroo. According to a statement…
Outbreak of hand, foot and mouth disease being investigated
A suspected outbreak of hand, foot and mouth disease in Region 4 is being investigated, says the Ministry of Health. The Health Ministry in a press statement on Wednesday said…