President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has announced that pensioners and public servants will receive the one-off $100,000 cash grant before the end of this month. President Ali made the announcement during an interview on the newly televised programme called, ‘In The Seat,’ on Wednesday night. He disclosed that training has already commenced for data collection […]
The Sophia Point Rainforest Research Centre should integrate economic development along with its environmental biodiversity research and practices. This was emphasised by President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali on Wednesday during a visit to the research centre. The project is located at the junction of the Cuyuni, Mazaruni, and Essequibo Rivers. The president noted that the […]
The North-South corridor of Conversation Tree, Georgetown is now completed ahead of GuyExpo 2024. The newly completed route will aid significantly in reducing traffic congestion, as thousands of Guyanese are set to visit the expo slated for November 14 to 17, at the Sophia Exhibition Centre. During a site inspection on Wednesday, Minister of Public […]
In less than 24 hours after discussions, President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali provided the Guyana Veterans Legion with a new minivan through the Guyana Defence Force (GDF). The vehicle, equipped with a threshold ramp for ease of access, will enhance mobility for veterans with varying disabilities. During the Veteran’s Day wreath-laying ceremony at Base Camp […]
Extensive preparations are underway at the National Exhibition Centre in Sophia, Greater Georgetown for the grand opening of GuyExpo 2024. The highly anticipated event is set to take place from November 15 to 17. Minister of Tourism, Industry and Commerce Oneidge Walrond visited the site on Wednesday to assess the final work on the exhibition […]
– AG says legal system must evolve to meet new societal challenges The government will establish justice centres across the country, including in Region Seven to support the enforcement of the Restorative Justice Act. This was revealed by Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs, Mohabir Anil Nandlall, SC, during a sensitisation and awareness session […]
An additional 200 farmers in Canal Number One, West Bank of Demerara, are set to benefit from enhanced drainage and irrigation (D&I) improvements on their internal drainage systems. These upgrades were announced by Minister of Agriculture Zulfikar Mustapha on Tuesday, during a community meeting at Canal Number One Conservancy Dam. It is expected to improve […]
The government has expressed its intentions to collaborate with stakeholders and implement initiatives to expand education opportunities in the legal field, even amidst the nation’s ongoing massive legal reform. Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs, Mohabir Anil Nandlall, SC, highlighted the essential nature of this investment during his weekly programme “Issues in the News” […]
Senior Minister in the Office of the President with Responsibility for Finance and the Public Service, Dr. Ashni Singh and Minister within the Ministry of Public Works. Mr. Deodat Indar today oversaw the signing of a second agreement between the Guyana Power and Light Company (GPL) and UCC Holdings for a second powership to be […]
– Karasabai to Paramakatoi road to be upgraded Paramakatoi in Region Eight is undergoing significant infrastructural development with a $799 million investment earmarked for a comprehensive upgrade of its airstrip. This investment is expected to enhance the quality of life for residents, as the airstrip serves as the primary mode of transportation in the region, […]