President Dr Irfaan Ali on Monday used his address to the Belize National Assembly to call for expanded cooperation between Guyana and Belize as the two countries prepare to sign several Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) in areas including education, agriculture, tourism, technology, and security. The Guyanese leader is in Belize on a three-day State visit, […]
FOOD
MoE confirms burnt breakfast claims are false
The Ministry of Education (MoE) wishes to clarify that recent social media reports alleging the distribution of burnt meals under the National Breakfast Programme are entirely false. Following a comprehensive investigation that included a review of helpdesk logs, teachers’ feedback, and mandatory daily photographic records from caterers, no evidence was found to support these claims. […]
Guyana to fly fresh produce directly to CARICOM within 12 months
President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali says Guyana is gearing up to start flying fresh produce from the interior directly to CARICOM markets within the next year, a move expected to reshape regional food trade and create new opportunities for hinterland farmers. The announcement came on Thursday as the Head of State turned the sod for […]
Health Ministry unveils new recipe book to encourage healthier diets
The Ministry of Health has launched the “Colourful Cooking, Healthy Living” Recipe Book, a fresh initiative designed to reshape national eating habits and promote better nutrition. Developed by the ministry’s Food Policy Division, the book merges traditional Guyanese cuisine with nutrient-rich ingredients such as vegetables, seeds and whole grains. It also limits or eliminates sugar […]
