Gov’t commits to ending child abuse
─ addresses 2,753 cases to date The Ministry of Human Services and Social Security says it has responded to approximately 2,753 reports of child abuse to date and that it continues to remain vigilant in an attempt to ensure that all children can live in a safe and secure environment. Head of the Childcare […]Local Content Secretariat unveils major procurement opportunities for Guyanese in oil sector
The Local Content Secretariat, which falls under the purview of the Ministry of Natural Resources, recently published key procurement opportunities for Guyanese which have been advertised by major industry players. This announcement comes as part of the Secretariat’s ongoing efforts to ensure that local businesses and individuals are properly sensitized of opportunities that allow for […]GS Jagdeo encourages Guyanese to utilise Gov’t’s training programmes
General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP), Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, has urged Guyanese to take full advantage of the various training programs offered by the Government of Guyana during a news conference held at Freedom House, Robb Street, Georgetown, He highlighted the extensive opportunities available to citizens through initiatives such as the Guyana Online […]$5 billion in student loans to be written off by year end
With plans have already been announced to write off about $18 billion in debt, over the past 20 years, which is owed by students, up to $5 billion in total is expected to be written off by the end of the year. General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP), Dr Bharrat Jagdeo, assured that […]More Region Nine residents certified in welding, fabrication
Twenty residents from Massara and Toka Villages in Region Nine are now trained in general building construction, and welding and fabrication, through the Board of Industrial Training (BIT). The initiative aligns with the government’s goal to provide training opportunities to Guyanese, enabling them to enter the workforce or establish businesses after completing the programmes. Speaking […]Govt spearheads emergency storm-response to affected Linden residents
In an immediate and coordinated effort, the Government of Guyana on Wednesday dispatched food, essential supplies, and emergency aid to Linden in response to the severe impact of a storm that tore the roofs off several homes across Region 10 (Upper Demerara-Berbice). The storm which erupted on Tuesday evening left dozens of families in Wismar […]Remaining allottees to identify house lots in two weeks at Burma, Shieldstown Schemes
The remaining allottees allocated lands at the Burma and Shieldstown Housing Schemes in Region Five will soon have the opportunity to identify their house lots, enabling them to begin construction on their homes. This was announced by the Minister within the Ministry of Housing and Water, Susan Rodrigues, during an assessment of ongoing works in […]President Ali announces launch of Global Biodiversity Alliance
– Inaugural summit slated for next year President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has announced the launch of the Global Biodiversity Alliance, an initiative aimed at uniting biodiversity-rich countries to create scalable models for environmental protection. Speaking today at the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, President Ali highlighted the alliance’s […]12,000 women trained under WIIN programme – Minister Persaud
– More women encouraged to take advantage gov’t initiatives The Women Innovation and Investment Network (WIIN) programme, under the auspices of the Ministry of Human Services and Social Security, has empowered 12,000 women since its establishment. This announcement was made by Minister of Human Services and Social Security, Dr Vindhya Persaud, on Tuesday. The minister […]