The government has invested over $1 billion in information and communications technology (ICT) nationwide over three years, with key focus of ensuring equitable access for residents in hinterland and remote communities. The investment was allocated to equipment, civil works, and training, as part of the ICT project through the Office of the Prime Minister. This […]
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation is pleased to announce that today, His Excellency Sasenarine Singh, Guyana’s newly appointed Ambassador to Belgium, presented his Letter of Credence to His Excellency Hubert Roisin, Chief of Protocol of the Federal Public Service – Foreign Affairs, Foreign Trade and Development Cooperation. This marks a significant step […]
The bilateral relationship between Guyana and France continues to prosper through the firm establishment of mutual respect, shared values and common goals. This was emphasised by Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips Monday evening, while attending the French National Day 2024 celebrations at the Umana Yana in Kingston, Georgetown. Prime Minister Phillips noted that over […]
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has commenced the review of an application from ExxonMobil Guyana to develop a seventh oil project at the Hammerhead field in the Stabroek Block. According to the project summary on the agency’s website, this project is expected to add 120,000 to 180,000 barrels of oil per day (bpd) following start-up […]
-security cooperation, other critical areas discussed As the Government of Guyana continues strengthening its bilateral relationship with the United States of America, the First Strategic Dialogue on Tuesday began between the two countries. The dialogue, which was agreed upon by the administrations of Presidents Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali and Joe Biden, was convened to outline […]
Over $400 million has been expended for crucial upgrades to date in community grounds in Region Six, East Berbice-Corentyne. Senior Minister in the Office of the President with Responsibility for Finance and Public Service, Dr Ashni Singh made the disclosure following a series of community meetings over the weekend. He reminded that this undertaken is […]
The government’s zero-tolerance policy on contractors delaying projects was displayed on Tuesday when it terminated several infrastructure contracts. The contracts were incomplete and the timeline for the projects had ended. These projects are crucial for improving citizens’ livelihoods and the country’s landscape. During an inspection on Tuesday, Minister of Public Works Bishop Juan Edghill decided […]
Connectivity has now been made easier for residents of Moruca Sub-District in Region One as a high-speed internet service has been officially commissioned in the area by the National Data Management Authority (NMDA). This new service utilises low-earth orbiting satellite platforms that produce high-speed internet connection. It aims to bridge the digital divide in the […]
The Tourism sector has recorded a productive and historic period in the first half of the year, boasting more licensed tourism businesses, operators and guides, among other accomplishments. The agency’s accomplishments were outlined by Director Kamrul Baksh while giving a half-year sector review. According to the publication, the Ministry of Tourism, Industry & Commerce, the […]
The village of Masakenari in the Deep South Rupununi, Region Nine, made history on Monday by holding its first-ever Village Council Elections, marking a significant shift from the traditional method of selecting leaders to a more formal electoral process. Residents exercised their democratic right by nominating their leader of choice and casting their vote under […]