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Young Officer Cadet makes history as first woman to gain prestigious Sandhurst selection Eighteen-year-old Officer Cadet Fianna Maria Tading has made history as the first woman in the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) to be selected for training at the prestigious Royal Military Academy Sandhurst in the United Kingdom. Tading, who is five months into the GDF’s Standard Officer Course #58 earned the opportunity through her excellent performance during the rigorous officer training programme. For the young cadet, the historic achievement represents both a personal milestone and an important step towards her goal of becoming a military officer. “The opportunity was unexpected, but I am extremely grateful. I see it as an important step towards becoming a military officer. I intend to give my best, learn as much as I can and return better prepared to serve the GDF and share what I have learnt,” she said. Originally from Moruca, Region One (Barima-Waini), and now living at Strathspey, East Coast Demerara, Tading attended Bladen Hall Multilateral School. She says her decision to pursue a military career was influenced by a teacher who recognised her potential and encouraged her to apply for the Standard Officer Course. Tading said her determination is also shaped by her upbringing and her desire to create better opportunities for herself and her sisters. “Life was a bit tough for us growing up, and I always wanted a better future for myself and my sisters. When I learnt how challenging the officer course was, I decided that it was a challenge I wanted to take on,” she said. As she prepares for the next stage of her military development in the United Kingdom, Tading hopes her achievement will inspire more young Guyanese, especially women, to consider serving in the GDF. She encouraged young people who are willing to work hard to challenge themselves and serve Guyana by considering a career in the GDF.



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The government has identified three major businesses within the booming oil and gas sector for citizens to invest in and earn a guaranteed rate of return on their investments, Vice President Dr Bharrat Jagdeo announced today.

These initiatives, he explained, will cater to the common man, with investment opportunities starting from as little as $50,000. He also pointed out that this opportunity will not be extended to large investors, ensuring a fair chance for individuals interested in entrepreneurship and small-scale investments.

“We have already identified about three major business opportunities in the oil and gas sector that we can tailor for small investors in the economy, so they too can share in the prosperity. I am speaking about people who can invest in increments of $50,000 or $100,000… while excluding some of the bigger players.”

He added that there will also be opportunities specifically designed for large investors.

Dr Jagdeo further noted that the government has already indicated that, once re-elected in the upcoming elections, it will continue distributing cash grants to all qualifying citizens.

He explained that this is part of a broader plan to create a more financially stable society, highlighting that these grants can serve as capital for investment in such opportunities, aimed at building wealth for the local population.

“We want people to own things; everybody must have the opportunity to own something or to get a greater return on their money,” he said.

This initiative aligns with the government’s plans for sustainable development for all Guyanese.

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