Radio Bartica launched by President

President David Granger (right) and Prime Minister Moses Nagamootoo go live on air as Minister Simona Broomes looks on. (Ministry of the Presidency photo)

President David Granger on Saturday charged the residents of Cuyuni-Mazaruni (Region Seven) to ensure that the voice of every citizen is heard as he launched ‘Radio Bartica’ at the Bartica Learning Centre.

According to a statement from the Ministry of the Presidency, the President said that as the region’s first station comes into operation, its operation and content should reflect access for every citizen and appeal to every member of society.

Delivering the feature address, before unveiling the plaque, President Granger said that the day marks the opening of a new but important chapter in public information for the country and the region of Bartica.