Rubbishing claims that the idea to construct the Ogle-Eccles highway was first birthed between 2015 to 2020 under the then APNU/AFC Administration, General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party, Dr Bharrat Jagdeo, revealed documents that proved it was conceptualised more than two decades ago. Dr Jagdeo showed the document to the media during his weekly […]
Commenting on the separation of Gas-to-energy (GTE) contractors Lindsayca and CH4, General Secretary Dr Bharrat Jagdeo said that the technical consultant has assured the Government of Guyana that this move will ensure the project is delivered within the stipulated timeline. Dr Jagdeo made this point during his weekly press conference at Freedom House on Thursday. […]
President Dr Irfaan Ali on Thursday signed the proclamation to dissolve the Parliament of Guyana, making way for the general and regional elections on September 1, 2025. “Free and fair elections are the lifeblood of a democratic state. The upcoming elections represent our country’s commitment to renewing the democratic covenant between its citizens and government,” […]
The government is strengthening its monitoring mechanisms to ensure that the Guyanese who are adversely affected by road upgrades in their communities get relief in a timely and efficient manner. Minister of Housing and Water Collin Croal said the government has been receiving complaints that some engineers are digging up areas to install new pipelines […]
The People’s Progressive Party/Civic’s (PPP/C) long-term planning has transformed Guyana from economic ruin to a global model of resilience, according to PPP General Secretary, Dr Bharrat Jagdeo. “We are guided by frameworks, developmental plans… it fits into a (financial) philosophy and it recognises the challenges. This is not guesswork and it is why we have […]
The government has been focused on ensuring that every citizen, regardless of where they live, has swift access to the institutions of justice in Guyana. Speaking at yesterday’s commissioning ceremony of a brand-new, state-of-the-art Magistrate’s court at Anna Regina in Region Two, Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs Mohabir Anil Nandlall said that access […]
Since oil production began in December 2019, Guyana has received over US$5 billion in revenues. But could the country get more if it were to renegotiate the 2016 Production Sharing Agreement (PSA)? What would be the hidden cost? Following the release of the 2016 PSA for the Stabroek Block, there has been an outcry for […]
A new eco lodge in Warapoka is expected to provide visitors with a more nature-based experience. Warapoka is the only community in the Moruca sub-region that is exploring tourism opportunities as a means of fostering sustainable livelihood. Minister of Housing and Water Collin Croal recently visited the community to respond to a request from villagers […]
The government has exceeded its target to deliver 50,000 house lots promised in its 2020 manifesto, with single women, young people, and low-income families among the main beneficiaries. Of the total allocations, 47 per cent have gone to single women, and 54 per cent have been granted to young Guyanese aged 21 to 35, providing […]
Two hundred and twenty-five pupils of the May 26 Nursery Complex in Melanie along the East Coast of Demerara, can now enjoy a fully equipped play park. The new play area was commissioned by First Lady Arya Ali on Wednesday. It will significantly enhance the school’s overall aesthetics and bring smiles to the faces of […]