Following the completion of ongoing works on the water distribution system at the new housing development in Little Diamond, East Bank Demerara, some 10,000 residents will soon have guaranteed access to clean water. Minister within the Ministry of Housing and Water, Susan Rodrigues along with the Director of Projects at the Guyana Water Incorporated (GWI), […]
The Government of Guyana, through the Protected Areas Commission (PAC), has formalised an agreement with the State of Qatar, marking a significant step in strengthening cooperation on biodiversity conservation and technical capacity building between the two nations. Foreign Secretary and PAC’s Chairman, Robert Persaud along with Commissioner, Jason Fraser signed the agreement with Acting Charge […]
The Ministry of Human Services and Social Security has launched a new skills training initiative that aims to transform the lives of 500 women across the country. The programme is facilitated by the Women’s Innovation and Investment Network (WIIN), in collaboration with the City and Guilds Training programme. It focuses on empowering women through skills […]
Students from Baracara, a riverain community in Region Six, will soon benefit from accommodation at the newly renovated Amerindian Hostel in New Amsterdam. The $11 million expansion was a commitment made by President, Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali during a visit last year. It increases the hostel’s capacity to house about 15 more students. The renovation […]
The Ministry of Health has announced plans to downsize and eventually close the National Psychiatric Hospital (NPH) in Berbice, Region Six, as part of a broader effort to reform mental health care delivery in Guyana. According to the recently published ‘Guyana National Mental Health and Suicide Plan,’ the focus is on decentralising services and integrating […]
The Board of Industrial Training (BIT) extends its impact beyond individual achievements, significantly enhancing the livelihoods of families by strengthening bonds and fostering cooperation. A batch of 59 residents from Region Three graduated from various courses that are being offered through BIT. Among them on Tuesday were two parents and their children, whose lives are […]
Plans to establish an oil and gas data repository in Guyana are progressing, with the government set to finalise arrangements for its implementation in the second half of 2024. According to the 2024 Mid-Year Report, the repository will enable Guyana to consolidate all historical and current petroleum data in a centralised local facility. At present, […]
Amerindians gathered to celebrate Heritage Month as part of an annual activity in Circuitville, Yarrowkabra, along the Soesdyke-Linden Highway were encouraged to safeguard their rich cultural heritage on Sunday. Minister within the Office of the Prime Minister with Responsibility for Public Affairs and Information, Kwame McCoy eiterated the government’s commitment to preserving the identity of […]
The Amerindian Heritage Games concluded on Sunday, with the Paruima Football Club of Upper Mazaruni, Region Seven, and the Region Four GT Kanaimas emerging victorious, retaining their championship titles in a thrilling football tournament. Hundreds of enthusiastic spectators gathered at Everest Ground, Georgetown to witness the exciting football matches between the football teams representing Regions […]
