Guyana has established a comprehensive and holistic model which consists of several programmes to address Gender-Based Violence (GBV). The social issue affecting particularly youths and elders has caused the Ministry of Human Services and Social Security to implement measures to protect these persons, both males and females. Just recently, the Family Violence Act of 2024 […]
Fifty-four healthcare professionals countrywide have gained essential interpersonal and practical skills to enhance management and service delivery, after completing the Masters Certificate in Healthcare and Physician Leadership programme. The cohort included 24 physicians and 30 healthcare practitioners who completed the nine-month course. Launched in October 2022, this initiative was made possible through a strong partnership […]
The Ministry of Public Works’ Special Project Unit (SPU) is set to begin the rehabilitation of 28 kilometres of main access roads in several Region Three communities within the next week. The areas benefiting from the infrastructural upgrade include La Parfaite Harmonie, Onderneeming, Westminster, Recht door Zee, and Lust-en-Rust. Speaking with the Department of Public […]
The development of Guyana’s first people will perpetually be a priority of the government. Minister of Amerindian Affairs, Pauline Sukhai made the assertion as she attended the grand heritage celebration at Campbelltown, Region Eight (Potaro-Siparuni). Minister Sukhai noted that even as they close the gaps between the coast and hinterland in terms of education, health […]
– To strengthen cyber security in governance As Guyana takes major steps towards a digital revolution, the government will be implementing blockchain technology in some of its agencies, as part of efforts to enhance cyber security. Blockchain technology is renowned for its ability to maintain data integrity and prevent unauthorised modifications or tampering. It makes […]
In a series of high-level engagements facilitated by the King’s Foundation, His Excellency Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali, President of the Co-operative Republic of Guyana, visited Scotland this week to advance Guyana’s Low Carbon Development Strategy (LCDS) 2030. The visit follows the King’s Foundation’s recent engagements in Guyana and the President’s announcement that the Foundation would […]
In line with its commitment to expanding healthcare access, the Yakusari Health Centre in Region Six (East Berbice-Corentyne) has been expanded to accommodate the growing needs of the community. This project was facilitated by the government through the Regional Democratic Council (RDC). The RDC’s social media page highlighted that this expansion is part of a […]
– farmers, agro-processors benefitting Farmers and agro-processors are poised to enhance the value of their agricultural products and increase their income with the recent commissioning of $51 million in agro-processing facilities at White Water and Kumaka in Region One. The $39 million White Water facility will provide economic opportunities for 3,000 residents across eight satellite […]
Residents and commuters in Diamond, East Bank Demerara, are now benefiting from improved road networks following major infrastructural upgrades in the housing scheme. The enhancement of 75 key thoroughfares spanning 25 kilometers fulfills a commitment made by President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali after the community endured subpar roads for decades. On Saturday, Minister of Public […]
– around 6,000 youths attend PYO Conferences, formally join the party Guyana’s younger generation has a bright and promising future with the People’s Progressive Party (PPP), as they are being prepared for leadership roles within the party. PPP General Secretary, Dr Bharrat Jagdeo underscored this point at a press conference on Thursday, highlighting an increase […]