Category: News
News, sport and community reporting from LRTVS Newswatch in New Amsterdam, Berbice.
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President Ali announces special investment vehicle for diaspora with guaranteed returns
NEW AMSTERDAM, Berbice — September 28, 2026 President Dr. Irfaan Ali has announced that government will soon introduce a special investment vehicle aimed at giving members of the Guyanese diaspora an opportunity to invest…
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Port Kaituma residents partner with Police to promote community safety
NEW AMSTERDAM, Berbice — September 28, 2026 Members of the Port Kaituma Community Policing Group are working alongside police ranks to help maintain safety in the area. The group assists officers with locating individuals,…
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Guyanese beauty Kya Bovell to represent Guyana at Essence and Mind Pageant season 4
NEW AMSTERDAM, Berbice — September 28, 2026 A Guyanese delegate, Kya Bovell, will represent Guyana at the Essence and Mind Pageant season 4, joining delegates from around the world in a competition described as…
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Over 200 parents attend national parenting conference
NEW AMSTERDAM, Berbice — September 28, 2026 More than 200 parents attended a national parenting conference aimed at giving them guidance and support as they deal with the challenges of raising children. The Minister…
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New $60M sluice brings drainage relief to East Bank Berbice communities
NEW AMSTERDAM, Berbice — September 28, 2026 A new drainage sluice and outfall costing approximately $60 million has been completed on the East Bank of Berbice, bringing improved flood protection to homes and farmlands…
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Amerindian Heritage Day celebrated at Kuru Kururu with President Ali in attendance
NEW AMSTERDAM, Berbice — September 28, 2026 Indigenous leaders, residents, families and visitors gathered at Kuru Kururu along the Soesdyke-Linden Highway for an Amerindian Heritage Day event marking Amerindian Heritage Month. President Dr. Irfaan…
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Pakuri Village showcases indigenous heritage at St. Cuthbert’s Mission celebration
NEW AMSTERDAM, Berbice — September 28, 2026 The Minister of Housing joined residents of Pakuri Village at St. Cuthbert's Mission on Saturday, September 26, for the village's heritage celebration. The event brought the community…
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Ceili peterson wins bronze for Guyana at 2026 south american games
GEORGETOWN, Guyana — September 28, 2026 Join this channel to get access to perks: Watch the full report on LRTVS Channel 10. By LRTVS NewsWatch Staff
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Finance Minister calls for coordinated action on food security at UN dialogue
NEW AMSTERDAM, Berbice — September 28, 2026 Senior Minister with responsibility for finance Dr. Ashni Singh has called for greater coordination across agri-food systems as countries work to address food insecurity and build resilience.…
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Persaud highlights expansion of social services at Caribbean sociology conference
NEW AMSTERDAM, Berbice — September 28, 2026 Minister of Human Services and Social Security Dr. Vindhya Persaud was a featured panelist on Thursday morning at the annual Caribbean Sociological Association conference, held at the…
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PM Phillips meets JCI Guyana on youth empowerment plans
NEW AMSTERDAM, Berbice — September 28, 2026 Prime Minister Brigadier (ret'd) Mark Phillips, performing the functions of President, met on Thursday with JCI Guyana President Gavin Thomas and National Executive Vice President Lauren Jonas.…
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Child protection week 2026 opens with training for 100 caregivers
NEW AMSTERDAM, Berbice — September 22, 2026 Child Protection Week 2026 began on Wednesday with a two-day training session hosted by the Child Care and Protection Agency. The programme, being held at the Police…