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Guyana’s nationwide infrastructure push is gaining momentum, with Region Two (Pomeroon-Supenaam) experiencing a significant transformation.  On Saturday, six contracts totalling $185 million were signed for critical works to enhance the lives of residents there. This initiative reflects the government’s commitment to swift implementation of its infrastructure agenda, as outlined in Budget 2024. Regional Executive Officer, […]

Preparatory works for the three ‘Hope-like’ canals in Region Six have been completed, and construction will commence soon. The canals will be built at the Numbers 51 and 52 areas, Bengal, and between the villages of Whim and Letter Kenny. Chairman of the National Drainage and Irrigation Authority (NDIA), Lionel Wordsworth, on Saturday last announced […]

The power ship docked at Everton, East Bank Berbice in Region Six is generating its maximum capacity of 36 megawatts (MW) of electricity to the national grid. The Guyana Power and Light (GPL) Inc., noted that the ship completed its capacity test on Monday and is now supplying full power to the Demerara-Berbice Interconnected System […]

Since 2023, approximately 80 surgeries have been successfully completed at the newly constructed surgical theatre in Aishalton Village, Region Nine. The $70 million investment by the government has eliminated the need for residents to travel to Lethem or Georgetown for surgeries and supporting treatments. They can now access these services right in their village. This […]

The Ministry of Agriculture plans to construct a technologically advanced model farm at Mon Repos along the East Coast of Demerara that will be managed by differently-abled persons.   The announcement was made by Minister of Agriculture, Zulfikar Mustapha, during his outreach in Region Six on Saturday last.   He said the undertaking forms part […]

Traffic congestion and long delays will soon be things of the past for commuters using the Mackenzie-Wismar Bridge, as construction of a new US$35 million four-lane bridge is set to begin in August. The Ministry of Public Works has confirmed that the new bridge will be built at the same location as the current bridge […]

Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret’d), the Honourable Mark Phillips, praised the Confucius Institute at the University of Guyana (CIUG) for its outstanding achievements in fostering mutual understanding and strengthening bonds between Guyana and China through cultural exchange. The Prime Minister made these remarks at a ceremony commemorating the 10th anniversary of the CIUG on Sunday evening […]

From 2020 to 2024, an impressive $200 billion has been allocated to bolster housing infrastructure development as part of the government’s initiative to ensure homeownership for every Guyanese. General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP), Dr Bharrat Jagdeo, addressed criticisms from Opposition Parliamentarian Annette Ferguson on Thursday, emphasising the government’s strong focus on expanding […]

The government has launched a shade house project in Crabwood Creek, Region Six (East Berbice Corentyne) , to support farmers in cultivating peppers. This initiative follows President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali’s recent visit to the community where he engaged residents on issues affecting them. The  Ministry of Agriculture will initially assist 100 farmers in constructing […]

A total of 24 tractor-driven water pumps have been handed over to various  Neighbourhood Democratic Council (NDC) in Region Six to enhance their drainage systems and minimise flooding. This initiative is part of a broader project costing $132 million, which includes the procurement of 100 pumps. Minister of Agriculture, Zulfikar Mustapha, officially handed over the […]