A total of 242 Amerindian, riverine, and remote villages in Guyana are currently undertaking transformative projects worth $4.7 billion, funded by carbon credits under the Low Carbon Development Strategy (LCDS) 2030. These initiatives span sectors such as tourism, agriculture, infrastructure, industrial arts and crafts, and income-generating ventures, all aimed at promoting sustainable livelihoods. During a […]
Today, the Men on Mission initiative handed over two newly constructed homes to two single mothers in Regions Three and Four. Bhagwattie Ghirao and Bibi Arjune, who have faced immense challenges, were the latest beneficiaries. In Mon Repos on the East Coast of Demerara, 64-year-old single parent and cancer survivor Bibi Arjun received the keys […]
The groundbreaking US$75.8 million East Bank of Demerara (EBD) road project from Good Success to Timehri is expected to be completed within the contract period. Minister of Public Works, Bishop Juan Edghill announced during an engagement with stakeholders on Friday. “We expect this project to finish on time within budget and that the citizens get […]
While focused interventions are underway in Linden, Region Ten to address severe flooding, the government has pledged ongoing support for affected residents. Earlier this week, Linden experienced approximately four and a half inches of rainfall, prompting immediate interventions. On Thursday, Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips, accompanied by Minister of Public Works, Bishop Juan Edghill, […]
The Guyana Water Incorporated (GWI) honoured 32 long-standing employees for their exemplary contributions towards thr development of the water sector. Additionally, 20 retirees were also honoured for their invaluable and outstanding contributions throughout the years. Minister of Housing and Water, Collin Croal expressed profound gratitude to the staff for their unwavering commitment in fulfilling the […]
-2,000 new contractors documented since 2020 Contrary to the racial rhetoric peddled by certain individuals regarding the award of contracts, the procurement landscape in Guyana has transformed dramatically with thousands of new, small contractors undertaking millions in infrastructural works for the government. This was highlighted by the General Secretary of the ruling People’s Progressive Party […]
President, Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has announced plans to develop 500 acres of land to expand cassava production for Mabaruma communities in Region One (Barima-Waini). The president made the announcement during a community meeting with residents of White Water and surrounding communities in the Mabaruma sub-district, as he continued his Region One outreach on Thursday. […]
To ensure that residents and visitors are guaranteed safety when travelling along the Moruca River, the government has made available $10 million to commence the cleaning and dredging the waterway. President, Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali made the announcement during a community engagement in the Amerindian village of Waramuri in the Moruca sub-district on Thursday. The […]
President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali outlined an ambitious vision for the agricultural sector of Region One (Barima-Waini) during a community outreach in the Amerindian village of Waramuri on Thursday, in which he highlighted the enormous potential of the region to contribute to Guyana’s food security. The government through the Ministry of Agriculture is making significant […]
The community of Santa Rosa, located in the Moruca sub-district, Region One, will soon begin large-scale citrus cultivation. President, Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali made the disclosure during a community meeting in Karaburi Village on Thursday. Residents of Haimaruni, Wallaba, Branch Road, Parakeese, Six Miles, and Santa Rosa were also present at this meeting. “I’ve asked […]