Category: Politics
News, sport and community reporting from LRTVS Newswatch in New Amsterdam, Berbice.
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Venezuela Declares State of Emergency Following Devastating Earthquakes; Guyana Offers Support
Two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela in quick succession, collapsing buildings in Caracas and prompting a national state of emergency. Tremors were felt as far as Guyana.
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Internet Access Opens Doors for Learning in Guyana
Prime Minister Mark Phillips told the fourth GOAL graduation that all 253 indigenous villages now have high-speed internet, benefiting more than 135,000 residents.
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International Day of Play Observed in Region Two
Region Two marked the International Day of Play at the Imam Bacchus Play Park, with Minister of Human Services and Social Security Dr Vindhya Persaud taking part.
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NGSA Results to Be Released on July 10, Education Minister Sonia Parag Confirms
Thousands of pupils and parents finally have a date. Education Minister Sonia Parag says the 2026 National Grade Six Assessment results will be released on 10 July 2026.
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World Blood Donor Day Observed in Guyana
Health Minister Dr Frank Anthony says Guyana has successfully moved to a voluntary blood donation system, with blood banking facilities being added to more hospitals.
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Flag-Raising Ceremony at Fort Wellington Marks Guyana’s 60th Independence Anniversary
The Golden Arrowhead was hoisted at the Region Five RDC compound as residents, officials and the joint services marked six decades of nationhood.
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Guyana Marks 60 Years of Independence in Grand Homecoming Celebration
Thousands turned out in green, gold, black, white and red as Guyana observed its Diamond Jubilee of independence on 26 May 2026.
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Region Six to Receive 22 New Garbage Trucks
Twenty-two new garbage trucks are to be handed over to Neighbourhood Democratic Councils and municipalities across East Berbice-Corentyne in a bid to fix long-standing collection delays.
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Cabinet Members Unwind at Teperu Falls After Busy Day of Engagements
Following a full day of outreach and meetings, the President and members of Cabinet stopped at Teperu Falls, one of the country’s quieter natural attractions.
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Guyana Secures Seat on Inter-American Commission of Women Executive Committee
Guyana has returned to the executive body of the Inter-American Commission of Women for the first time in 24 years, securing the second highest number of votes cast by member states.
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Families Strengthen Bonds Through Mural Activity at Yakusari Youth Friendly Space
A collaborative mural at the Yakusari Youth Friendly Space became the centrepiece of a Family Month activity built around the theme “Repair, Build, Strengthen”.
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Government Launches Hinterland Farming Initiative at Kato and Paramakatoi
Carrots, onions and potatoes are to be cultivated on about 50 acres in Region Eight, with strawberry trials also planned at Paramakatoi.