– three engineers monitoring the system on a 24-hour basis Amidst the persistent May/June rainy season, Georgetown boasts the functionality of 12 pumps as part of its drainage and irrigation infrastructure. Minister of Agriculture, Zulfikar Mustapha, assured the public of this during a press conference on Wednesday. Furthermore, the ministry has deployed three engineers to […]
Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs, Mohabir Anil Nandlall, SC, has emphasised the accountability of talk show hosts for the content aired on their programmes, particularly remarks that incite violence. His statements follow the recent arrest of Working People’s Alliance (WPA) activist Kidackie Amsterdam after a caller on his show made threats against several […]
Critical drainage and irrigation (D&I) works are underway in Linden, Region Ten, addressing the aftermath of heavy rainfall that caused flooding in multiple areas. On Tuesday, the region experienced approximately four and a half inches of rainfall, prompting swift action. Minister of Agriculture, Zulfikar Mustapha, underscored the urgency of the situation during a press conference […]
Residents of Grove on the East Bank Demerara (EBD), applaud the recent transformation of 17 critical thoroughfares in their community following significant rehabilitation efforts by the Ministry of Public Works’ Special Project Unit (SPU). The upgrades have brought immense relief, addressing the challenges posed by the previously dilapidated roads. Expressing his satisfaction, resident Floyd Welcome […]
– Says consultations were conducted on several occasions with residents – Compensation to be provided based on properties’ market value Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs, Mohabir Anil Nandlall, SC, has refuted claims of unfair property acquisitions in Peter’s Hall, providing detailed information about the extensive consultation process and the compensation measures in place. […]
In a move to revolutionise its information management system for labour disputes, the Ministry of Labour launched its mobile application, Digital Complaints and Information Management System (DCIMS). The app allows the public to submit and track their complaints with the ministry. Developed by the National Data Management Authority (NDMA), the app aims to improve service […]
The Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs, Mohabir Anil Nandlall, SC, has called upon the opposition and other stakeholders to carefully review and provide feedback on the proposed amendments to the Sexual Offences Act of 2010. The draft document was released on May 27, with a 21-day window for receiving recommendations and proposals from […]
The remaining members of the Law Reform Commission and Constitutional Reform Commission (CRC) were on Tuesday sworn in with a mandate of taking a ‘forward-thinking’ approach to their work. President, Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali delivered the charge during the simple but significant ceremony at the Office of the President on Shiv Chanderpaul Drive. The […]
– Heavy rainfall, neglect of drainage system responsible for Linden flood as Multi-Agency help from central Government underway The Government of Guyana is deeply concerned about the severe flooding that has impacted the community of Linden, Region Ten. Let me assure residents directly impacted by the flood that we are fully committed to providing swift […]
Residents of Albouystown and other south Georgetown communities on Tuesday testified of the transformational impact that the government’s programmes have had on their livelihoods. These comments were made during a visit to the community by US Congressman, Jonathan Jackson where he interacted with the residents and inspected some of the community developmental projects. One of […]