Youths of Paruima, a remote village found in the Upper Mazaruni of Region Seven, are being trained in basic information technology to equip themselves with the necessary skills to pursue their dreams. Speaking with the Department of Public Information (DPI) on Friday, Toshao Lee Williams said the Office of the Prime Minister recently installed high-speed […]
By: Kesi Henry A new era of travel has emerged for Guyanese people. Less than 90 minutes away, the Spice Island of Grenada beckons, with pristine beaches, stunning waterfalls and vibrant culture. InterCaribbean Airways has launched direct flights from Guyana to Grenada, opening up a world of possibilities for these two CARICOM Member States. This […]
The government, through the Ministry of Amerindian Affairs, has invested billions of dollars in developing Indigenous communities nationwide. Over the last four years, $4.2 billion has been channelled into the Community Service Officers (CSOs) programme. This was disclosed by the ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Ryan Toolsiram, during a recent visit to Region Nine, where he engaged […]
– citing double standards on press freedom General Secretary Dr Bharrat Jagdeo has slammed the Alliance for Change (AFC) for its refusal to answer questions from the press, also raising concerns about a glaring double standard on how political parties are treated by the Guyana Press Association (GPA). For context, during a recent press conference, Cathy […]
– Warns of veiled attempts to influence voters by other organizations The work of the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) and its official documents should be the foundation upon which voters’ education is done in the country, and not by rogue elements of society who collude with pro-opposition entities. These were the remarks of General Secretary […]
The government continues to make heavy investments to boost access to a sustainable supply of potable water in the hinterland regions. As such, Kwatamang. Rupertee and Massara in the North Rupununi, Region Nine now have better access to clean and safe water, following the commissioning of three water supply systems. The investment totals $62.2 million. […]
The General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP) Dr Bharrat Jagdeo has again expressed concern about the continuous attacks on the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) and its Secretariat, particularly its Chairperson Justice (Ret’d) Claudette Singh. These audacious attacks, according to him, is deliberately being orchestrated by the PNC-led opposition and several organisations. Their goal, […]
Ten families from Crashwater, Region Nine now have a comfortable and spacious environment to call a home, thanks to the Hinterland Housing Programme. Each house, measuring 20 by 25 feet, has two bedrooms, a living room, a kitchen area, and a water tank for rainwater harvesting. Minister of Housing and Water Collin Croal presented the […]
– boosting operational capabilities The government has trained over 2000 small scale operators in the area of small business development to strengthen the operating capabilities across Guyana this year. Minister of Tourism, Industry and Commerce, Oneidge Walrond publicised this information during a media briefing at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre, Liliendaal, Georgetown on Wednesday. Financial […]
The government is generating a national database to facilitate smoother distribution of future cash grants, coming out of the ongoing registration process for the $100,000 initiative. This was underscored by the People’s Progressive Party (PPP) General Secretary, Dr Bharrat Jagdeo during an engagement with members of the media at Freedom House in Georgetown on Thursday. […]