-Canal No. 1 pump station to be completed by the end of July During a community engagement in Bagotville on the West Bank of Demerara on Wednesday, Agriculture Minister. Hon. Zulfikar Mustapha disclosed that the design for the massive Hope-like Canal being constructed in Region Three will be completed soon. The Minister was at a […]
“The Undated Article” I have taken note of an undated article “Nah Tek Yuh Mattie Eye Fuh See: U.S. Involvement in the 2020 Guyanese Election” which appeared in the online Chicago Journal of International Law written by a lawyer, Ms. Amber Symone Stewart. The article attempts to present a rather disingenuous diversionary argument to obfuscate […]
– 7,782 persons awarded GOAL scholarships in 2024 The government has once again demonstrated its commitment to supporting the educational endeavours of Guyanese to improve their livelihoods and contribute to the nation’s growth, as 7,782 persons received the Guyana Online Academy of Learning (GOAL) online scholarships in 2024. The Department of Public Information (DPI) caught […]
First Lady, Arya Ali, has called for greater financial assistance for persons living with disabilities (PWDs) in developing countries. She made the plea during the 17th Session of the Conference of States Parties to the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, at the United Nations Headquarters in New York, USA, on Tuesday. The […]
The Ministry of Human Services and Social Security’s Learning Lab has upskilled some 108 persons living with disabilities (PWDs) in various training disciplines so far in 2024. The training centre caters to the diverse needs and requirements of each type of disability, ensuring these individuals can access various training opportunities tailored to their unique circumstances. […]
The Unit of Allied Arts successfully hosted its Music Content and Methodology Workshop on June 13, 2024, at the National Racket Centre. The event served as a gathering point for music educators, enthusiasts, and professionals, fostering a day of enriching discussions, interactive sessions, and collaborative learning. Led by experts in the field, the workshop provided […]
The government has commissioned a telemedicine unit in the village of Waramuri, located in the Moruca sub-district, Region One ( Barima-Waini) in an effort to expand healthcare accessibility. This system is designed to offer the residents of Waramuri access to a wide range of specialised medical services such as ultrasounds, cardiology and oncology among other […]
The North Sophia Multipurpose Community Centre is set to be fully accessible by the end of July, with the final set of works currently underway. The announcement was made by Minister within the Ministry of Local Government and Regional Development, Anand Persaud, during an outreach on Monday in the community. The recreational facility was a […]
The government’s ongoing transformative development is ensuring a successful and sustainable future for Guyana, which in turn, will propel the overall development and prosperity of the Caribbean region. This was underscored by the Chief Investment Officer at Guyana Office for Investment, Dr Peter Ramsaroop, during the Caribbean American Heritage Month Legislative Week, at the United […]
The government is keen on implementing and developing national policies to eliminate child labour in all forms. Efforts are being made to train more officers from the Ministry of Human Services and Social Security and the Ministry of Labour to engage more meaningfully with families and children in communities. This is according to Minister of […]