Construction of Specialty Hospital to commence by mid-year
The construction of the long-awaited Specialty Hospital at Liliendaal, East Coast Demerara (ECD) is expected to begin by mid-year following the completion of the...
New GPHC Board sworn-in
will prioritise computerisation of patient records
The Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) today swore in its new board members. The ceremony which was held at...
Over 5000 chemically treated bed nets distributed – 75,000 more targeted
One of the preventative measures utilised by the Public Health Ministry against the Zika virus is to encourage the use of chemically treated bed...
GPHC screens 280 for glaucoma
The Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation – Department of Ophthalmology, successfully held its World Glaucoma Week 2016 activities themed 'Check your eyes for Glaucoma'. Two of the...
US Embassy partners with local stakeholders to help tackle suicide
In light of Guyana’s struggle with the societal scourge of suicide, the United States Embassy hosted a workshop aimed at enforcing preventative measures.
The initiative...
GWI evaluating food-based agent to improve water quality
The Guyana Water Incorporated (GWI) has commenced evaluating a food-based agent called “Seaquest” which has the ability to improve water quality by reducing the...
Domestic violence unit commissioned – with Canadian support
In its pursuit to track and provide services to victims of sexual violence, the Ministry of Social Protection in collaboration with the Canadian Government,...
Health officials suspect new virus…samples sent overseas for confirmation
The Public Health Ministry is suspicious of a new virus coming into play and hopes that samples sent to the Caribbean Public Health Agency...
GPHC offering free glaucoma testing…in observance of World Glaucoma Week
The Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) will be offering free glaucoma testing in observance of World Glaucoma Week. The free screening sessions dubbed “Check...
Health Minister urges RHOs to work towards improving services offered in regions
Public Health Minister Dr George Norton, during the opening of the Regional Health Officers (RHOs)/ Directors meeting this morning, said that while there is...
Recent Articles
Firearm, ammo found at No. 66 Village
Police in Regional Division #6 (East Berbice-Corentyne) are investigating the discovery of a firearm and ammunition that were found on Friday, April 3, 2026,...
Police Corporal slapped with corruption charge
See the statement below from the Guyana Police Force:
Akeem Semple, 30, a Police Corporal of Friendship, East Coast Demerara, has been charged in connection...
GCCI condemns Suriname’s attempts to stymie development in Berbice
See full statement below on Georgetown Chamber of Commerce & Industry condemning Suriname’s attempts to stymie development in Berbice, and lack of good faith and...
Govt committed to continue creating opportunities for every Guyanese – Dr Singh
Some 613 people from Regions Three and Four graduated from the Board of Industrial Training's Skills Training Programme at the National Cultural Centre on...
GOGEC supports Govt’s approach on fishing license discussions with Suriname
See full statement from the Guyana Oil and Gas Energy Chamber (GOGEC):
The President of the Guyana Oil and Gas Energy Chamber (GOGEC), Mr. Manniram...
MARAD, GTA conduct “Boat Captain” training for Mahaica River residents
The Maritime Administration Department (MARAD), in collaboration with the Guyana Tourism Authority (GTA), recently conducted a Boat Captain training session for residents along the...
Min. Persaud meets with Simona Broomes on child abuse, domestic violence procedures
Minister of Human Services and Social Security, Dr. Vindhya Persaud, on Wednesday met with Simona Broomes of the Assembly for Liberty and Prosperity (ALP)...
Sports play a vital role in development of well-rounded children – Min. Jacobs
A series of sporting activities was introduced by the Ministry of Human Services and Social Security in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture, Youth...
Old Students’ Association launches Special Edition Magazine to commemorate 50 years of girls at...
The Queen’s College Old Students’ Association (Guyana) (QC-OSA) has launched a Special Edition Magazine to commemorate ’50 Years of Girls at Queen’s College (1975-2025).
This...
Guyana launches 60th Independence Anniversary celebrations
Guyana officially launched its 60th Independence Anniversary celebrations under the theme “Homecoming,” marking a major milestone in the nation’s history with a robust calendar...
