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Modern legislation passed to improve Guyana’s sea, river defences

Recognizing the need for legislation that manages Guyana’s mitigation and adaptation efforts against rising sea levels, the National Assembly on Friday passed the comprehensive Sea and River Defence Bill. The bill serves as an updated and consolidated form of two existing pieces of legislation found in Chapter 64:01 and 64:02 of the Laws of Guyana. […]

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Onverwagt prawns project set to yield an estimated $48M per crop

The prawns project being developed at Onverwagt, Region Five is poised to produce 12 tonnes of Vannamei prawns per crop, with each tonne expected to value approximately $4 million. Therefore, the total yield per season is estimated at $48 million, with three reaping cycles anticipated annually. President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali visited the production site […]

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World Hypertension Day 2024 Message from the Minister of Health- Hon. Dr Frank Anthony

Today, May 17, we are joining the World Health Organization (WHO) and all other health partners to observe World Hypertension Day under the theme “Measure Your Blood Pressure Accurately, Control It, Live Longer”. This day is being observed to raise awareness about hypertension, and its prevention, detection, and management. High blood pressure, also known as […]

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Govt working to reopen Skeldon Sugar Estate despite challenges – President Ali

President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to reopening the Skeldon Sugar Estate in Region Six despite facing several challenges. “We are working on the Skeldon Estate…I agree that there are challenges but we are working on that,” the head of state emphasised on Thursday. Addressing residents of Crabwood Creek during a […]

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President Ali engages Crabwood Creek residents, unveils development plans for Region Six

President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali on Thursday engaged residents of Crabwood Creek, Region Six, where he committed to address the community’s challenges and outlined a vision for comprehensive development in the region. Highlighting some of the major projects being undertaken in Region Six, President Ali mentioned the establishment of a world-class medical school at the […]

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Dr Jagdeo rubbishes “worn” tactics of APNU+AFC

General Secretary of the Peoples Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C), Dr Bharrat Jagdeo rubbished the false promises laid out in “propaganda pieces” of the APNU+AFC Coalition Opposition and underlined that the ruling PPP party and Government are on track to keeping their manifesto promises. Speaking at his weekly party press conference, Dr Jagdeo expressed disappointment in the […]

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NIS contributions, proof of employment not mandatory for loan write off – GS Jagdeo

Guyanese who have completed their studies at the University of Guyana (UG) are eligible for the $11 billion student relief program being implemented by the government, regardless of whether they were employed and made a certain amount of contributions to the National Insurance Scheme (NIS). According to the Ministry of Finance, individuals must have graduated […]

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Guyana remains vigilant with Guyana/Venezuela border controversy – Jagdeo

General Secretary of the People’s Progress Party, Dr Bharrat Jagdeo affirmed that Guyana remains vigilant about the development on Ankoko Island by Venezuelan authorities. Media reports have shown a massive development on the island, with a bridge being made from the mainland of the neighbouring country across the Cuyuni River, to Ankoko Island. Military tanks […]

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Gov’t calls for fair treatment of goods

– following T&T trade issue In light of the recent denial of entry of milk products from Demerara Distiller’s Limited (DDL) into Trinidad and Tobago, General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party, Dr Bharrat Jagdeo, has emphasised the government’s longstanding position that phytosanitary restrictions must not be used to stifle the transport of goods.  During […]

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