– brings massive benefits to residents Minister of Amerindian Affairs, Pauline Sukhai recently embarked on a four-day outreach in the mountainous Region Eight, where she commissioned several projects funded by the government through its Low Carbon Development Strategy (LCDS) 2030 initiative. One of the projects is the community shop at Maloca-Nova, 2which will serve as […]
The communities of Plot C Herstelling and Covent Garden along the East Bank Demerara are set to benefit from several multi-purpose recreational facilities with an investment totalling approximately $195 million. A $94 million facility will be constructed in Herstelling Plot C, while Covent Garden will see the development of another $101 million facility. These recreational […]
Situated at the bottom of Guyana, thousands of miles away from the capital city of Georgetown lies an Amerindian village called Masakenari (Gunns Village), Region Nine home to an indigenous tribe called the Wai Wais. Access to immediate healthcare services in emergencies is limited due to the remoteness of the village, thereby posing a risk […]
Residents and farmers of Wakenaam Island, situated in Region Three, were briefed on the numerous initiatives outlined in the $1.146 trillion budget that will benefit them this year. This was conveyed by Minister of Agriculture, Zulfikar Mustapha during a community outreach at the Essequibo Islands Secondary School last Friday. He highlighted that the government has […]
The training instructors of the Guyana Police Force Academy have been urged to execute their roles effectively as mentors and educators, to cultivate a culture of continuous improvement and dedication among law enforcement officers. Minister of Home Affairs Robeson Benn; Commissioner of Police (ag) Clifton Hicken and Deputy Commissioner ‘Administration’ Calvin Brutus met with the […]
Approximately 361 residents from Kamana and Sand Hill in Region Eight, now have improved access to potable water, following the commissioning of two water supply systems totalling $84 million in the communities. The $48 million system in Kamana will serve about 232 residents, while the $36 million system in Sand Hill will provide first-time access […]
The Ministry of Labour’s Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Department has launched an investigation into a fatal accident which occurred around 18:40 hrs on Saturday February 10, at the Vreed-en-Hoop Shore Base construction site, Best Foreshore, Region Three (Essequibo Islands-West Demerara). The deceased has been identified as 36-year-old Health & Safety Helper, Mr. Rusbel Jesus […]
– Conducts community outreach in Bagotville, La Grange The task of progress, growth and development of a country is a collective responsibility that should be shared by all citizens. This was underscored by Minister within the Office of the Prime Minister with responsibility for Public Affairs, Kwame McCoy underscored, as he continued community engagements with […]
Building an inclusive future is at the core of the government’s development agenda. Its investments in infrastructure and social services go hand-in-hand with programmes aimed at protecting and supporting Guyana’s vulnerable groups. The 2024 budget showcases specific measures that empower these groups, fostering greater well-being and contributing to overall prosperity. Senior Minister in the Office […]
The government continues to fulfil its mandate of ensuring that the needs of the Guyanese population are met by constantly getting on the ground and directly engaging with the citizens. On Saturday, Minister within the Office of the Prime Minister with responsibility for Public Affairs, Kwame McCoy visited the villages of Kwakwani, Ituni, and Coomaka […]