In recognition of the prominent fight against child labour, the Ministry of Labour hosted an award ceremony for the Child Labour Poster Art Competition. The event, hosted at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre on Tuesday, featured a vibrant showcase of eight award-winning pieces and other entries. Under the theme “Let’s Act on Our Commitment: End […]
The government will continue working to ensure that mining at Marudi Mountain, Region Nine continues safely and sustainably. This is according to the Minister of Natural Resources Vickram Bharrat who was engaging the Rupununi Miners Association (RMA) at the mining site in the Rupununi District on Friday. During the meeting, miners shared their concerns, queries […]
The St George’s School of Sciences officially opened its doors on Monday to students for the 2024-2025 academic year. This one-of-a-kind school is intended to prepare students for a career in the medical sciences. The Department of Public Information (DPI) spoke to some students at the end of the first day of school. They expressed […]
– As road widening works progressing smoothly The US$192 million East Coast Demerara Public Widening and Improvement Project is progressing smoothly, with the road now open to two-lane vehicular traffic. This development is part of efforts to alleviate congestion, thereby improving access along the busy corridor. The project is currently 30 per cent completed. This […]
Camptown’s football ground in Campbellville, Georgetown, is set for a series of upgrades, making it easier for the community to enjoy sporting activities. President, Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali made the announcement during his visit to the area on Monday. The president engaged residents and athletes in the community, taking note of their concerns and pledging his […]
Small businesses in Guyana now have additional support with the establishment of a resource centre designed to help entrepreneurs advance their operations. During an interview with the Department of Public Information (DPI) on Monday, Chief Executive Officer of the Small Business Bureau (SBB), Mohamed Ibrahim, explained that the initiative was launched, following consultations with numerous […]
As Guyana prepares for the 2025 general and regional elections, President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has reiterated the government’s commitment to upholding democracy and the rule of law. Speaking at the opening ceremony of the 46th Conference of the Caribbean, the Americas, and the Atlantic Region of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association on Monday, the president […]
Community Service Officers (CSOs) will, effective immediately, receive a stipend increase to align with the wages paid to workers under the government’s part-time jobs initiative. The adjustment will raise the CSO stipend from $35,000 to $40,000. President, Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali made the announcement on Sunday, during the Amerindian Cultural Extravaganza 2024, at the National […]
– as Amerindian Heritage Month kicks off With a consistent flow of investments designed to improve their living standards, Guyana’s indigenous community can rest assured that the government has its best interests at heart. This sentiment was expressed by President, Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali, as he addressed the crowd during the Amerindian Cultural Extravaganza, at […]
Farmers in Region Five on Saturday received farming implements, chicken and blackbelly sheep, as part of the government’s endless drive to expand agricultural activities countrywide. Minister of Agriculture, Zulfikar Mustapha, led the distribution exercise, along with senior agriculture and regional officials, during a visit to the region. Member of the Rose Ward Farming Group, June […]