The second power ship for the Demerara-Berbice Interconnected System (DBIS) is on track to add 75 megawatts to the national grid before Christmas. “There would be no blackout for Christmas or any low shedding. Any blackout we suffer might be a result of a vehicle damaging a power line or something of that nature,” Prime […]
The distribution of the $100,000 cash grant to persons aged 18-years and older can be an asset to empower citizens to create long-term wealth and opportunities. During the second episode of ‘In the Seat’ that aired on Saturday evening, President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali said the grant should not be perceived merely as cash handouts. […]
Residents from several remote villages in Mabaruma, Region One, now have easy access to healthcare, thanks to the distribution of four boats valued at $1.4 million each. Morrowhanna/Smith Creek, Barima Koriabo, Hobodiah, and Katchicamo are the villages that benefitted from the boats. During the simple handing-over ceremony on Thursday, Minister of Housing and Water, Collin […]
Minister of Public Works, Bishop Juan Edghill, has warned contractors that if construction of the new administrative building at the Cheddi Jagan International Airport does not progress by early 2025, the project will face termination. During a meeting with the contractors for a number of projects underway at the airport on Thursday, the minister stressed […]
The management of the Guyana Power and Light (GPL) company will be held accountable if the country’s power supply system is not improved significantly by 2025, President, Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has declared. President Ali addressed the critical issue during a second episode of ‘In the Seat’. The country’s power supply reliability has been causing […]
Recognising the challenges faced by the Guyana Sugar Corporation (GuySuco), President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has issued a stern warning to the company’s management that achieving production targets is non-negotiable. Speaking with journalists during ‘In the Seat’ live streaming show on Saturday evening, the head of state expressed his commitment to accountability on pressing matters, including […]
The government’s latest efforts to foster self-development in citizens and empower local communities have resulted in some 108 small contractors from Region Five being awarded over $1.5 billion in road contracts. This initiative will empower local contractors, accelerate development, enable widespread road construction and upgrades, and provide over 600 job opportunities to construction workers in […]
TheUnited States based medical billing company, Prochant, certified its inaugural class of patient interaction specialists from Region Ten during a graduation ceremony in Linden on Friday. This marks a significant step in the company’s efforts to invest in Guyana’s workforce and expand its global operations. Speaking at the ceremony, Minister of Public Works, Bishop Juan […]
The Suddie Public Hospital in Region Two performed 644 surgeries in 2024, a significant increase when compared to the 502 surgeries conducted in 2023. This information was revealed on Friday by Omkar Persaud, a member of the hospital’s board of directors, during the graduation ceremony for the region’s newly trained healthcare professionals. The ceremony was […]
Minister of Amerindian Affairs, Pauline Sukhai, has made a valiant call for youth, especially Amerindians, to be part of the transformative development of Guyana. Speaking at a Christmas social in Bartica which catered to children and parents from the lower Mazaruni, Minister Sukhai noted that their involvement is critical to ensuring a secured and prosperous […]