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Plans are underway to modernize the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) with the introduction of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and other emerging technologies aimed at enhancing national security and safeguarding the countrys sovereignty. Speaking at the Annual Officers Conference President Dr. Irfaan Ali emphasized that the increasingly complex global security environment requires the adoption of modern military operations. The use of AI according to the President will provide strategic advantages and enhance operational readiness for the GDF. A thorough evaluation of AI integration is currently underway to ensure that these technological advancements align with Guyanas national security needs. President Ali stressed that AI will play a crucial role in strengthening intelligence gathering surveillance and rapid response capabilities within the GDF. The importance of AI-driven defence mechanisms is particularly crucial with rising tensions along the Guyana-Venezuela border where the technology will be instrumental in protecting Guyanas sovereignty. In support of these modernization efforts…

  • Plans are underway to modernize the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) with the introduction of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and other emerging technologies aimed at enhancing national security and safeguarding the countrys sovereignty.

    Speaking at the Annual Officers Conference President Dr.

    Irfaan Ali emphasized that the increasingly complex global security environment requires the adoption of modern military operations.

    The use of AI according to the President will provide strategic advantages and enhance operational readiness for the GDF.

    A thorough evaluation of AI integration is currently underway to ensure that these technological advancements align with Guyanas national security needs.

    President Ali stressed that AI will play a crucial role in strengthening intelligence gathering surveillance and rapid response capabilities within the GDF.

    The importance of AI-driven defence mechanisms is particularly crucial with rising tensions along the Guyana-Venezuela border where the technology will be instrumental in protecting Guyanas sovereignty.

    In support of these modernization efforts….

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In a live broadcast President Dr. Irfaan Ali revealed that Guyana is actively engaging with the World Animal Health Organization and the United States to combat the spread of the Bird Flu virus which has significantly impacted the global poultry industry. The global poultry sector is facing severe challenges with a 40% decline in hatching egg production and a 33% drop in meat production. The United States the worlds largest egg producer has been particularly affected. While Guyana has made strides in ramping up meat production and has recently started hatching egg production the country estimates that it will take 3 to 4 years to achieve self-sufficiency. To safeguard the local industry President Ali announced that the Ministry of Agriculture is closely monitoring the situation and collaborating with global partners to implement preventive measures. Additionally Guyana is working with Brazil the second-largest egg producer to prevent potential disruptions in the…

  • In a live broadcast President Dr.

    Irfaan Ali revealed that Guyana is actively engaging with the World Animal Health Organization and the United States to combat the spread of the Bird Flu virus which has significantly impacted the global poultry industry.

    The global poultry sector is facing severe challenges with a 40% decline in hatching egg production and a 33% drop in meat production.

    The United States the worlds largest egg producer has been particularly affected.

    While Guyana has made strides in ramping up meat production and has recently started hatching egg production the country estimates that it will take 3 to 4 years to achieve self-sufficiency.

    To safeguard the local industry President Ali announced that the Ministry of Agriculture is closely monitoring the situation and collaborating with global partners to implement preventive measures.

    Additionally Guyana is working with Brazil the second-largest egg producer to prevent potential disruptions in the….

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Lenox Shuman former member of a coalition of small parties recently expressed that Guyanese have lost trust in third parties and coalition politics. Shuman leader of the Liberty and Justice Party was part of a coalition that secured one seat in the National Assembly. Appearing on GlobeSpan he criticized recent coalitions stating that these alliances have led to distrust among partners and have ultimately harmed the country. Shuman believes that post-election coalitions given the challenges experienced with pre-election alliances pose too great a risk to national development. Although constitutional changes could make post-election coalitions more viable he emphasized that human behavior cannot be legislated. Shuman acknowledged that while there is room for small parties they must remain independent and prove their worth to the Guyanese people. He also pointed out that small parties do not need to form a government to fulfill their promises they can cooperate with the current…

  • Lenox Shuman former member of a coalition of small parties recently expressed that Guyanese have lost trust in third parties and coalition politics.

    Shuman leader of the Liberty and Justice Party was part of a coalition that secured one seat in the National Assembly.

    Appearing on GlobeSpan he criticized recent coalitions stating that these alliances have led to distrust among partners and have ultimately harmed the country.

    Shuman believes that post-election coalitions given the challenges experienced with pre-election alliances pose too great a risk to national development.

    Although constitutional changes could make post-election coalitions more viable he emphasized that human behavior cannot be legislated.

    Shuman acknowledged that while there is room for small parties they must remain independent and prove their worth to the Guyanese people.

    He also pointed out that small parties do not need to form a government to fulfill their promises they can cooperate with the current….

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In a recent address to the nation President Dr. Irfaan Ali emphasized the governments ongoing commitment to the development of sports across Guyana. He highlighted several initiatives already implemented which have the potential to significantly improve the standard of living for many Guyanese. The President spoke about efforts to ensure that each community is served by well-equipped sporting grounds promising that no area will be left behind. As part of the continued expansion President Ali announced the commencement of several multi-purpose facilities aimed at enhancing both sports and community development. These new facilities will be spread across different regions of the country improving access to recreational and athletic spaces for citizens.

  • In a recent address to the nation President Dr.

    Irfaan Ali emphasized the governments ongoing commitment to the development of sports across Guyana.

    He highlighted several initiatives already implemented which have the potential to significantly improve the standard of living for many Guyanese.

    The President spoke about efforts to ensure that each community is served by well-equipped sporting grounds promising that no area will be left behind.

    As part of the continued expansion President Ali announced the commencement of several multi-purpose facilities aimed at enhancing both sports and community development.

    These new facilities will be spread across different regions of the country improving access to recreational and athletic spaces for citizens.

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By Reycia Nedd Minister of Health Dr. Frank Anthony recently commissioned a new health post in Muritaro Region Ten. The health facility constructed at a cost of approximately $24 million is set to benefit over 246 residents in the community and surrounding areas. Dr. Gregory Harris Regional Health Officer for Region 10 shared that the journey to this new facility started in an old wooden structure and they are now proud of the progress made. Dr. Frank Anthony highlighted that the new health post underscores the governments commitment to improving healthcare delivery across the country. The facility is equipped with a laboratory an antenatal and outpatient department and a pharmacy. Some of the services to be provided include chronic disease management outpatient clinics and antenatal care.

  • By Reycia Nedd Minister of Health Dr.

    Frank Anthony recently commissioned a new health post in Muritaro Region Ten.

    The health facility constructed at a cost of approximately $24 million is set to benefit over 246 residents in the community and surrounding areas.

    Dr.

    Gregory Harris Regional Health Officer for Region 10 shared that the journey to this new facility started in an old wooden structure and they are now proud of the progress made.

    Dr.

    Frank Anthony highlighted that the new health post underscores the governments commitment to improving healthcare delivery across the country.

    The facility is equipped with a laboratory an antenatal and outpatient department and a pharmacy.

    Some of the services to be provided include chronic disease management outpatient clinics and antenatal care.

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By Nakasia LoganFebruary 13 2025 The Guyana Defence Force (GDF) opened its Annual Officers Conference at Base Camp Ayanganna this morning. The two-day conference under the theme

  • By Nakasia LoganFebruary 13 2025 The Guyana Defence Force (GDF) opened its Annual Officers Conference at Base Camp Ayanganna this morning.

    The two-day conference under the theme.

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By Reycia NeddFebruary 13 2025 The introduction of the national pathway programme has had a positive impact on the small village of Falmouth in Region Ten where it has significantly boosted the income of women directly contributing to the economic sustainability of their families and the community. Thirteen women in Falmouth are currently employed through the programme benefiting from part-time work that supplements their household incomes. Residents like Rohan Braithwaite Elizabeth Braithwaite and Lavern Joseph have expressed gratitude noting how the programme has greatly helped improve their livelihoods since its inception. The national pathway programme currently employs 1734 people in Region Ten. The government has committed to creating 50000 jobs over a five-year period as part of an effort to strategically enhance the lives of citizens across the country.

  • By Reycia NeddFebruary 13 2025 The introduction of the national pathway programme has had a positive impact on the small village of Falmouth in Region Ten where it has significantly boosted the income of women directly contributing to the economic sustainability of their families and the community.

    Thirteen women in Falmouth are currently employed through the programme benefiting from part-time work that supplements their household incomes.

    Residents like Rohan Braithwaite Elizabeth Braithwaite and Lavern Joseph have expressed gratitude noting how the programme has greatly helped improve their livelihoods since its inception.

    The national pathway programme currently employs 1734 people in Region Ten.

    The government has committed to creating 50000 jobs over a five-year period as part of an effort to strategically enhance the lives of citizens across the country.

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By Kristin JosiahFebruary 13 2025 President Dr. Irfaan Ali today outlined a series of initiatives aimed at developing Guyanas healthcare system in 2025. Among the key measures is the establishment of a new Rehab Center to provide therapy for patients recovering from health conditions such as strokes. This announcement comes after a successful partnership between the Guyana government Hess Corporation and the Mount Sinai Health System. The three-year healthcare initiative launched in July 2022 focuses on improving access to affordable high-quality healthcare. Hess Corporation has contributed US$32 million with the Guyana government contributing US$1.6 million. More than 40 healthcare experts from Mount Sinai have since been deployed to Guyana as part of the initiative. President Ali revealed plans to offer world-class healthcare professionals at public health facilities across the country through telemedicine. He also shared details about the construction of Guyanas first oncology center in collaboration with Mount Sinai. In…

  • By Kristin JosiahFebruary 13 2025 President Dr.

    Irfaan Ali today outlined a series of initiatives aimed at developing Guyanas healthcare system in 2025.

    Among the key measures is the establishment of a new Rehab Center to provide therapy for patients recovering from health conditions such as strokes.

    This announcement comes after a successful partnership between the Guyana government Hess Corporation and the Mount Sinai Health System.

    The three-year healthcare initiative launched in July 2022 focuses on improving access to affordable high-quality healthcare.

    Hess Corporation has contributed US$32 million with the Guyana government contributing US$1.

    6 million.

    More than 40 healthcare experts from Mount Sinai have since been deployed to Guyana as part of the initiative.

    President Ali revealed plans to offer world-class healthcare professionals at public health facilities across the country through telemedicine.

    He also shared details about the construction of Guyanas first oncology center in collaboration with Mount Sinai.

    In….

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By Kimberly GiddingsFebruary 13 2025 The Guyana Police Forces Traffic Department has been working diligently to reduce road accidents with a particular focus on implementing road safety programs in schools. These initiatives have already been introduced in some regions aiming to raise awareness among children about how to use the roads safely. Inspector Sherwin Henry Traffic Officer for Region 10 shared that the programs have been successful so far with interactions between police officers and students. Additionally some patrols have been revived and no fatal accidents involving schoolchildren have occurred this year. The education drive will continue to target schoolchildren and promote safer road usage. The Guyana National Road Safety Council has been instrumental in supporting these efforts recently donating materials to aid the educational programs. Furthermore the Guyana Regional Road Safety Council 4C has been working with schools along the East Coast Corridor to establish road safety patrols with…

  • By Kimberly GiddingsFebruary 13 2025 The Guyana Police Forces Traffic Department has been working diligently to reduce road accidents with a particular focus on implementing road safety programs in schools.

    These initiatives have already been introduced in some regions aiming to raise awareness among children about how to use the roads safely.

    Inspector Sherwin Henry Traffic Officer for Region 10 shared that the programs have been successful so far with interactions between police officers and students.

    Additionally some patrols have been revived and no fatal accidents involving schoolchildren have occurred this year.

    The education drive will continue to target schoolchildren and promote safer road usage.

    The Guyana National Road Safety Council has been instrumental in supporting these efforts recently donating materials to aid the educational programs.

    Furthermore the Guyana Regional Road Safety Council 4C has been working with schools along the East Coast Corridor to establish road safety patrols with….

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By Kimberly GiddingsFebruary 13 2025 International Childhood Cancer Day will be observed on Friday February 14 to raise awareness about childhood cancer and offer support to children adolescents survivors and their families. Dr. Shanique Greaves Coordinator of Cancer Services at the Ministry of Health highlighted that childhood cancer is a leading cause of death among children particularly due to delays in early detection and prevention. Survival rates for childhood cancer vary by country with high-income nations boasting over 80% cure rates. Dr. Greaves stressed the importance of quality care for cancer patients emphasizing the crucial role that family support plays during treatment. Emotional and practical assistance from loved ones is vital for patients and their families especially given the mental health impact cancer diagnoses often bring. The Ministry of Health continues to focus on childhood cancers including leukemia brain cancer and various tumors like Wilms tumors and neuroblastomas which are…

  • By Kimberly GiddingsFebruary 13 2025 International Childhood Cancer Day will be observed on Friday February 14 to raise awareness about childhood cancer and offer support to children adolescents survivors and their families.

    Dr.

    Shanique Greaves Coordinator of Cancer Services at the Ministry of Health highlighted that childhood cancer is a leading cause of death among children particularly due to delays in early detection and prevention.

    Survival rates for childhood cancer vary by country with high-income nations boasting over 80% cure rates.

    Dr.

    Greaves stressed the importance of quality care for cancer patients emphasizing the crucial role that family support plays during treatment.

    Emotional and practical assistance from loved ones is vital for patients and their families especially given the mental health impact cancer diagnoses often bring.

    The Ministry of Health continues to focus on childhood cancers including leukemia brain cancer and various tumors like Wilms tumors and neuroblastomas which are….

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By Saskia WarrickFebruary 12 2025 The number of Guyanese returning home has been steadily rising with many being drawn back by government incentives that ease their transition and encourage contributions to the countrys development. According to Rosalinda Rasul the head of the Diaspora Unit the remigration numbers have more than doubled in the past five years from 203 in 2020 to 408 in 2024. These incentives which include duty-free concessions on personal household items and vehicles are particularly appealing to skilled professionals business owners and investors looking to resettle and re-establish themselves in Guyana. While the official statistics only account for those who have applied for remigration benefits Rasul noted that many others are quietly returning particularly from neighboring countries like Venezuela and Suriname. The growing number of remigrants is positively impacting key sectors as their skills investments and expertise play a crucial role in shaping the nations future and…

  • By Saskia WarrickFebruary 12 2025 The number of Guyanese returning home has been steadily rising with many being drawn back by government incentives that ease their transition and encourage contributions to the countrys development.

    According to Rosalinda Rasul the head of the Diaspora Unit the remigration numbers have more than doubled in the past five years from 203 in 2020 to 408 in 2024.

    These incentives which include duty-free concessions on personal household items and vehicles are particularly appealing to skilled professionals business owners and investors looking to resettle and re-establish themselves in Guyana.

    While the official statistics only account for those who have applied for remigration benefits Rasul noted that many others are quietly returning particularly from neighboring countries like Venezuela and Suriname.

    The growing number of remigrants is positively impacting key sectors as their skills investments and expertise play a crucial role in shaping the nations future and….

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By Saskia WarrickFebruary 12 2025 ExxonMobil Guyana has filed an environmental authorization application for its eighth offshore oil development the Longtail project. This marks another significant milestone in the expansion of Guyanas energy sector. The Longtail project which involves both oil and non-associated gas resources is poised to be a major development. ExxonMobil anticipates a production capacity of up to 250000 barrels of oil per day along with gas handling capabilities potentially exceeding 1 billion cubic feet per day. This project is expected to contribute to the large-scale gas development in Guyana complementing the countrys growing oil industry. In addition to the Longtail project ExxonMobil has also submitted the draft Environmental Impact Assessment for the Hammerhead Project which is projected to produce between 130000 and 180000 barrels of oil per day. The company is set to submit the Field Development Plan for Hammerhead in March. ExxonMobil plans to hold public…

  • By Saskia WarrickFebruary 12 2025 ExxonMobil Guyana has filed an environmental authorization application for its eighth offshore oil development the Longtail project.

    This marks another significant milestone in the expansion of Guyanas energy sector.

    The Longtail project which involves both oil and non-associated gas resources is poised to be a major development.

    ExxonMobil anticipates a production capacity of up to 250000 barrels of oil per day along with gas handling capabilities potentially exceeding 1 billion cubic feet per day.

    This project is expected to contribute to the large-scale gas development in Guyana complementing the countrys growing oil industry.

    In addition to the Longtail project ExxonMobil has also submitted the draft Environmental Impact Assessment for the Hammerhead Project which is projected to produce between 130000 and 180000 barrels of oil per day.

    The company is set to submit the Field Development Plan for Hammerhead in March.

    ExxonMobil plans to hold public….

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By Delicia JanneireFebruary 11 2025 The use of drone technology for surveying and mapping is expanding in Guyanas construction industry improving efficiency accuracy and site management. According to Brian Smith Operations Lead at Dragonfly Drones and Geospatial Solutions drone-assisted surveying is increasingly being used alongside traditional methods to enhance data collection project monitoring and hazard reduction. The technology allows project managers and engineers to oversee multiple sites simultaneously helping to streamline operations and improve decision-making. Contractors have also been turning to drones to generate site plans before beginning construction enabling faster assessment of site conditions material measurements and design compliance. The demand for such services has grown as developers seek cost-effective and precise solutions for project planning and execution. Additionally there is a push to introduce drone technology into STEM education to equip younger generations with skills in surveying geographic information systems (GIS) and remote sensing. Industry experts believe that…

  • By Delicia JanneireFebruary 11 2025 The use of drone technology for surveying and mapping is expanding in Guyanas construction industry improving efficiency accuracy and site management.

    According to Brian Smith Operations Lead at Dragonfly Drones and Geospatial Solutions drone-assisted surveying is increasingly being used alongside traditional methods to enhance data collection project monitoring and hazard reduction.

    The technology allows project managers and engineers to oversee multiple sites simultaneously helping to streamline operations and improve decision-making.

    Contractors have also been turning to drones to generate site plans before beginning construction enabling faster assessment of site conditions material measurements and design compliance.

    The demand for such services has grown as developers seek cost-effective and precise solutions for project planning and execution.

    Additionally there is a push to introduce drone technology into STEM education to equip younger generations with skills in surveying geographic information systems (GIS) and remote sensing.

    Industry experts believe that….