Guyana’s exemplary management of its oil and gas sector has earned it an invitation to chair a global coalition of the world’s newest oil-producing nations. The group includes fellow oil producers such as Ghana and Suriname. Minister of Natural Resources Vickram Bharrat made the announcement on Saturday during the commissioning of the Vreed-en-Hoop shore base […]
– fiercely defends 2025 Budget Member of Parliament, Suresh Singh fiercely defended the historic $1.382 trillion budget, emphasising that improving Guyanese lives through education, empowerment and policymaking is a cornerstone of the People’s Progressive Party/Civic’s Administration. In his maiden contribution to the ongoing parliamentary debates Monday evening, MP Singh highlighted the government’s approach to development […]
The prosperity of public servants remains a key priority as the government advances its agenda for 2025. Member of Parliament Dr Jennifer Westford reaffirmed this notion on Monday as she backed the government’s 2025 budget during its debate in the National Assembly. Dr Westford said “The sky is the limit” when it comes to […]
Three hundred acres of dormant farmland have been cleared in Dartmouth, Region Two, with 180 acres dedicated to red bean cultivation and the remainder for additional crops. President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali made the disclosure Monday on his official social media page. The initiative follows the president’s visit to Region Two last month where he […]
– as she commends budget 2025 Successive People’s Progressive Party/Civic government budgets have seen Guyanese benefit tremendously from the many development projects geared at improving lives. Member of Parliament (MP) Yvonne Pearson-Fredericks made the assertion as she defended and commended the government’s $1.38 trillion budget. MP Pearson-Fredericks debunked several contentions touted by the opposition in […]
Estimates of tourism sector revenue for 2024 reached approximately $13.6 billion Guyana dollars, according to Minister of Tourism, Industry and Commerce, Hon. Oneidge Walrond. Minister Walrond was, at the time, delivering her presentation on Day 2 of the Budget Debates in Parliament. She emphasised the sector’s growth and its significant contribution to employment, with nearly […]
Improving matriculation rates among students remains a critical focus of the government as efforts are being made to enhance educational outcomes nationwide. Minister of Education Priya Manickchand said on Friday that several innovative initiatives have been introduced to tackle longstanding challenges and provide students with better opportunities for academic success. She said while the matriculation […]
Heralding in a new chapter of national development, the government has not only fulfilled its manifesto commitments, but has far surpassed expectations, achieving progress in key sectors like education, health, and housing. Budget 2025 is expected to build on this remarkable growth with record-breaking allocations and innovative solutions designed to accelerate economic growth and elevate […]
I have not previously commented on Terrence Campbell’s recent forays in the media on the matter of the Natural Resource Fund (NRF), being of the view that Vice-President Bharrat Jagdeo has already and comprehensively addressed the issues Campbell has raised. However, Campbell’s letter in the January 25th issue of the Stabroek News (SN) has been […]
– As massive US$300M shorebase facility opens The massive US$300 million Vreed-en-Hoop Shorebase Inc (VEHSI) on the Demerara River officially opened on Saturday, with His Excellency Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali describing it as a foundation for developing a leading maritime and transport industry. Constructed on Guyana’s first artificial island, the facility is a joint venture […]