The Ministry of Human Services and Social Security wishes to address a recent social media post that misrepresented the assistance provided to a fire victim. Following a thorough investigation, the ministry clarifies the extent of its support and reaffirms its unwavering commitment to serving vulnerable populations. On Monday, February 3, 2024, a woman visited the […]
Residents in Region Ten will see major development in health, education, agriculture and infrastructure in 2025 following the Committee of Supply’s approval of $8.5 billion. Education The sum of $5.6 billion will go towards the enhancement of education delivery in the region. During the consideration of the budget estimates in the National Assembly Tuesday night, […]
– as the National Assembly approve $4.1B for Region Eight More than 3,000 residents from Kurukabaru Creek, in Region Eight (Potaro-Siparuni) will benefit from the construction of a new $30 million bridge. This was announced by the Minister of Local Government and Regional Development, Sonia Parag on Tuesday while responding to questions during the scrutiny of […]
The Committee of Supply on Tuesday approved $14.2 billion for the execution of significant developments in several sectors in Region Four (Demerara-Mahaica). Some $501.7 million has been allocated to the region’s public works. Disaggregating the funds, Minister of Local Government and Regional Development Sonia Parag said that $13.6 million each for new roads at 19th […]A sum of $13.1 billion was approved by the Parliamentary Committee of Supply for infrastructure maintenance and development in Region Three on Tuesday. Of this sum, $66 million has been allocated for the maintenance of timber bridges in Le Destin and Sea View. Minister of Local Government and Regional Development, Sonia Parag stated that walkway […]
–Details of APNU+AFC failure in housing, land distribution –APNU+AFC Sold landbelow market value to family, friends and PNC supporters President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali underlined that the PPP/C Government’s land policy has stringent conditions that apply to everyone. He said less than 10 per cent of the total land developed for housing goes to private […]
The sums of $8.1 billion and $9.6 billion have been greenlighted by the Parliamentary Committee of Supply for Regions one and two respectively. These allocations will advance various agricultural, infrastructural, education and health projects in the two regions, providing critical services to enhance the livelihoods of residents. Minister of Local Government and Regional Development, Sonia […]
The Industry/Plaisance Neighborhood Democratic Council (NDC) on Tuesday received a mini excavator to improve drainage and irrigation systems within its jurisdiction. The equipment was handed over by Minister of Agriculture Zulfikar Mustapha at the NDC’s East Coast Demerara office. Minister Mustapha emphasised the government’s commitment to developing a comprehensive national drainage system to mitigate flooding, […]
Following vigorous scrutiny by the parliamentary opposition, the Committee of Supply approved sums totalling $7.2 billion for the Ministry of Amerindian Affairs to further advance the socio and economic development within indigenous communities. Amerindian Development Fund Majority of revenues were allocated to the Amerindian Development Fund (ADF), with $5 billion approved to fund the Youth […]
– 52 houses to be built The Men on Mission (MoM) programme is set to expand its reach and impact across Guyana with a budgetary allocation of $700 million this year. Of this sum, $395 million will be used to build 52 houses for vulnerable individuals nationwide. This forms part of the $12.1 billion budget […]