Thousands of residents from the hinterland and riverain communities will have easier access to potable water, as 16 more new wells will be drilled and several water supply systems will be extended. The wells and water supply systems will be constructed and upgraded in Regions One, Two, Seven, Eight, and Nine, through a mammoth investment […]
Amerindian Heritage Month 2024 has been launched and includes new activities to honouring the rich cultural tapestry and invaluable contributions of the Guyana’s first people. The Ministry of Amerindian Affairs, in collaboration with the National Toshaos Council (NTC), inaugurated the month of activities at the Umana Yana in Kingston, Georgetown on Wednesday. This year’s […]
In an effort to enhance education delivery in Region Ten, expansion works have commenced on the main building at the Linden Technical Institute. On Monday, the Honourable Minister of Education, Priya Manickchand turned the sod for works to begin. In a brief comment, Minister Manickchand noted that “this critical expansion initiative, valued at G$43,322,000, represents […]
In the span of three years, the government has dedicated a substantial sum of over $40 billion through five ministries, to bolster the development of Amerindian villages in Region One (Barima-Waini). This significant influx of investment has led to a remarkable transformation and enhancement of essential services within these villages. During the Regional Toshaos/CDC Chairpersons […]
-5 additional titles to be granted at NTC 2024 Amerindian land titling has made significant progress over the past three years, unlike what transpired under the previous administration. Minister of Amerindian Affairs, Pauline Sukhai, highlighted this achievement during the Barima-Waini Regional Toshaos/CDC Chairpersons Meeting on Tuesday in Mabaruma. The meeting was attended by around 55 […]
Ensuring each child, regardless of their geographical location has access to educational opportunities remains a top priority for the Irfaan Ali Government. On Monday, the Honourable Minister of Education, Priya Manickchand, on officially turned the sod to mark the commencement of the construction of a new Nursery School in the hinterland community of Rockstone, Region […]
Today, at his Brickdam Office, the Honourable Minister of Health, Dr Frank Anthony, met with Mr Saju Bhaskar, Founder and President of Texila American University and Chairman of Ekaa Hkim Earth Resource Management, along with Mr Jessin Prabeep, Director of Ekaa Hkim Earth Resource Management and Texila American University. The trio exchanged pleasantries and began […]
Honourable Dr Frank Anthony, Minister of Health this morning received a courtesy call from Mr Ferdinando Regalia Sector Manger Social Sector (SCL) at his Brickdam office. Together, both parties discussed areas of mutual interest and opportunities for working together to strengthen healthcare in Guyana.
Guyana signed an investment agreement that will see the construction of a $214 million state-of-the-art waste treatment plant on Tuesday. The agreement was initially signed by the Senior Minister within the Office of the President with Responsibility for Finance and Public Service, Dr Ashni Singh. It was officially handed over by Guyana’s Chief Investment Officer, […]
Residents of Central Georgetown will soon see major infrastructure works commencing in their communities as the Ministry of Public Works opened bids for the construction, and rehabilitation of several roads, amounting to almost $14 billion. While inspecting the progress of Cemetery Road on the weekend, Minister of Public Works Bishop Juan Edghill noted that many […]