Tag: Region Two

Region Two farmers warned to keep livestock off roads

Posted on by Kayleigh Carter

 

Authorities in Region Two have urged farmers to secure their livestock, warning that animals roaming freely on roads have caused deaths, serious injuries, and extensive vehicle damage.

Last month, 18-year-old Enrico Rodriguez of Charity Extension Scheme died after the motorcycle he was riding collided with a stray cow on the Danielstown Public Road, Essequibo Coast.

Rodriguez was the pillion rider on a motorcycle driven by a 23-year-old labourer from the same area when the animal crossed the road, causing the crash. Both men were thrown from the motorcycle and injured.

Recently, Regional Chairman Devin Mohan, Agriculture Coordinator Tamesh Ramnauth, Deputy Regional Executive Officer Omesh Sasenarayan, AREO Hastings, officers from the Guyana Livestock Development Authority, members of the Road Safety Council, and the Guyana Police Force held a series of meetings with cattle and small ruminant farmers across the Essequibo Coast to address this and related issues.

Officials stressed that responsible livestock management protects public safety, farmers’ livelihoods, and the reputation of the agricultural sector.

Meanwhile, the Guyana Police Force briefed farmers on enforcement measures and said action will be taken against owners whose animals are found roaming on the roadways. The police also highlighted the shared responsibility between farmers, road users, and authorities.

Dozens counting losses as freak storm destroys homes at Lima

Posted on by Kayleigh Carter

A sudden and powerful storm struck the Lima Housing Scheme around 8:00 am today, bringing heavy rain, thunder, and fierce winds that destroyed seven houses and left at least 30 people homeless.

The unexpected weather event caused significant damage to homes and properties, prompting an immediate response from the Region Two Regional Democratic Council (RDC).

Regional Chairman Devin Mohan, Regional Vice Chairman, Deputy Regional Executive Officer, and other officials are on the ground working alongside residents to assess the damage and coordinate urgent relief efforts.

In a statement, the Regional Administration expressed solidarity with the affected families and reaffirmed its commitment to providing swift assistance and support during this difficult time.

Medical college to be established in Region Two

Posted on by Kayleigh Carter

Region Two has been earmarked as one of the regions to offer the University of Guyana’s (UG) College of Medical Sciences programmes, bringing these medical courses closer to students.

President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali made the announcement during the commissioning of the Lima Regional Hospital on Friday.

“I have given the Minister of Health and the Minister of Education instructions that we are going to attach a number of medical colleges from the University of Guyana in these regions, and this is one of the regions that will have one such medical college,” President Ali disclosed.

He explained that UG has received an overwhelming number of applications in the medical field, including pharmacy, dental technician, dentistry, nursing, biology, and medical sciences.

Unfortunately, the university cannot accommodate all the applicants, which has left many feeling disappointed. This situation highlights the urgent need for the establishment of more medical colleges to support aspiring students.

“The new school that we are building will have enough capacity. We are building it so that in the night, it will be the Guyana Medical College Essequibo Branch as part of the University of Guyana, where your nurses, physicians, dentist, and technicians will be trained right here in Essequibo. Those are the opportunities,” the President stated.

When completed, students will no longer have to leave Essequibo to travel as far as Turkeyen to pursue their medical studies. (DPI)

$6.6B Lima Hospital commissioned, promising quantum leap in healthcare delivery

Posted on by Kayleigh Carter

Healthcare delivery in Region Two has taken a historic leap forward with the commissioning of the $6.6 billion Lima Regional Hospital today. The state-of-the-art facility fulfils a major promise by the government to ensure Essequibians have access to world-class medical care without the burden of travelling to Georgetown.
The hospital is equipped with 75 inpatient beds, two operating theatres, a 24-hour Accident and Emergency Unit, modern laboratory and imaging services, dental and ophthalmology departments, dialysis treatment, and a Neonatal Unit. With its central location, the facility will also serve residents of Region One.

A section of the gathering at the commissioning ceremony

President Dr Irfaan Ali, delivering the feature address, said the hospital represents a revolution in healthcare delivery for Region Two.
He described the Lima facility as a “quantum leap” over existing services, highlighting advanced features such as telemedicine, digitised patient records, and an oxygen plant to ensure uninterrupted supply.
“We are unleashing a revolution that every child will be screened early,” the President said.
Health Minister Dr Frank Anthony noted that the Suddie Hospital lacked the specialised services Essequibians needed, forcing many to seek treatment outside the region. He said the Lima Hospital was built to change that reality.
Regional Chairperson Vilma De Silva called the opening “a historic day” for Essequibo, thanking the government for fulfilling its promise of delivering modern, accessible healthcare to the people of Region Two.