Guyana’s labour force has received a significant boost with 45 individuals now certified as heavy-duty equipment operators (HDEO), thanks to the Ministry of Labour’s Board of Industrial Training (BIT). The graduation ceremony took place at the Guyana Industrial Training Centre (GITC) on Woolford Avenue, Georgetown, on Friday. The training programme, which began in January and […]
Residents of Lodge, Wortmanville, and Werk-En-Rust in Georgetown are set to benefit from the major rehabilitation of several community roads, following the announcement of a $200 million investment by the government to execute the projects. The announcement was made by Minister of Public Works, Bishop Juan Edghill, during a public meeting at St Thomas […]
With a strong focus on unlocking more investment opportunities for sustained economic growth, the production of corn and soya bean in the Tacama area has been highlighted as a prime example of a strategic public-private partnership in Guyana. This was underscored by Managing Director of Farfan & Mendes Ltd, Andrew Mendes, during the Chief Executive […]
Hailing Brand Guyana as the Jaguar Economy, Guyana’s Chief Investment Officer and Agency Head of the Guyana Office for Investment, Dr Peter Ramsaroop said Guyana’s success is the region’s success. “I want you to be part of it,” he told investors and business leaders in his keynote address titled “Guyana Unlocked Vision 2030” on day […]
In a decisive move to enhance compliance with the Procurement Act, the government has announced a comprehensive public procurement training program. This initiative aims to equip individuals involved in the procurement process with essential knowledge to ensure adherence to regulations across various regions. The government has consistently emphasized its dedication to fortifying the procurement framework […]
The government has allocated more than $2.4 billion for essential drainage and irrigation projects in Region Two (Pomeroon-Supenaam), offering significant relief to residents and farmers. This announcement was made by Dr Bharrat Jagdeo, General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party, during a recent outreach in the region. Addressing a longstanding issue, the government has effectively […]
– PM Phillips Prime Minister, Brigadier (Ret’d), The Honourable Mark Phillips said that the response of the public and private sectors to mobilise aid and send relief supplies to countries affected by the devastating Hurricane Beryl showcases the best of humanity. The Prime Minister, who is coordinating Guyana’s relief efforts, made the statement during an […]
– emphasises seriousness in which the government views this matter General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP), Dr Bharrat Jagdeo has upheld his firm position regarding a potential conflict of interest following the election of Nigel Hughes as leader of the Alliance For Change (AFC). This potential conflict of interest arises from Hughes’ legal firm’s […]
Members of the public are invited to visit the Caribbean Investment Forum’s (CIF) investment village, at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre ((ACCC), Liliendaal on Friday, as it will be opened to the public free of cost. The financial hub opened Thursday afternoon, during day two of the investment conference. Executive Director of Caribbean Export, Dr […]
The government will be executing major road upgrades totalling some $200 million in Wortmanville, Werk-En-Rust and Lodge in Georgetown, benefitting hundreds of residents and commuters alike. Minister of Public Works, Bishop Juan Edghill made the announcement when he engaged a number of residents Thursday afternoon, at the St Thomas Moore Primary School, Durban Street, Georgetown […]