Events
Smyth Street Strikers returned to the crease with a title to defend, and by the end of the day, the crown remained firmly in their hands. The inaugural champions of the Ministry of Education’s Interdepartmental Tapeball T10 Cricket Competition successfully defended their title on Friday, September 25, defeating 21 Warriors by eight wickets in the […]
As Guyana observes Education Month 2026 under the theme “From Classrooms to Communities, Education Transforms Lives,” the Ministry of Education is shining a spotlight on Nursery Education, which is celebrating its Golden Jubilee this year. Before 1976, early childhood education was largely provided informally by private organisations and churches, mainly for families who could afford […]
The Ministry of Education’s Distance Education Unit (DEU) took education beyond the traditional classroom through its participation in the Amerindian Heritage Village event in Bumbury, Region One. The DEU’s participation provided an opportunity to engage directly with residents while supporting an activity celebrating Indigenous culture, traditions and community life as part of Amerindian Heritage Month. […]
Technical, Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Exposition 2026 is underway at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre in Georgetown, bringing together more than 59 schools and organisations to showcase the skills, creativity and entrepreneurial potential being developed across Guyana. Held under the theme “From Classroom to Career: TVET in Action,” the three-day exposition provides students and […]
The Ministry of Education welcomed the 2026/2027 school year with its “Steps for Education” Walk, bringing together students, teachers, and Ministry officials for a morning focused on fitness, healthy living and positive school communities. The walk began at the Ministry’s Brickdam office and continued along the designated route before concluding with a physical education session […]
-Children’s Mashramani Competition continues In the many cultural celebrations of Guyana lies a colourful blend of rhythm and words, Calypso and Dramatic Poetry. These traditions have been with us for decades as Calypso and Dramatic Poetry have been vehicles for storytelling, serving as a mirror of what’s happening in society and as a call to […]
Celebrating Young Talent: Awards Ceremony for Mashramani Children’s Competitions In a joyful gathering today in the NCERD auditorium, Ms. Ronella Harris, the Content Coordinator of EDYOU FM, spearheaded the Ministry of Education’s Children Mashramani Road Parade Awards Ceremony. This event was done to honour the young participants who showcased their talent in the recently […]
In today’s world, the spectre of climate change looms large, casting its shadow across every corner of the globe. Its effects are undeniable and often devastating, manifesting in extreme weather events such as droughts, hurricanes (which, notably, are not a direct threat in Guyana), and floods. Yet, amidst the sea of data and facts surrounding […]
On Tuesday 23rd, April 2024, the Literacy Department of Region Four hosted an activity in observance of World Book and Copyright Day. The event, entitled “World of Literacy”, saw scores of students from across the education district, including private schools, gathering at the Lusignan Community Centre Ground to learn about the value of reading. Community-minded […]
UG Hosts Exclusive Music Masterclass with Internationally Acclaimed Musician, Reggie Pittman. Award-winning Jazz Musician Reggie Pittman hosted an exclusive Music Masterclass at the University of Guyana in collaboration with the Artist in Residence Program on Tuesday 9th April, 2024. The event brought together musicians from the Guyana Police Force Band, The Hamilton Family Band, other […]
