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President Ali approves extension for Mahdia Fire COI

President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali has authorised an extension of one additional month for the Presidential Commission of Inquiry (COI) investigating the Mahdia fire. The extension aims to facilitate the completion of the probe into the circumstances surrounding the tragic death of 20 children. Initially granted a two-month timeline, the COI was set to conclude […]

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President Ali urges formation of regional private sector consortium to address transportation challenges

─ Second AfriCaribbean Trade and Investment Forum opens With the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) poised to fund the establishment of a Caribbean transportation system, His Excellency Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali has once again urged members of the regional private sector to unite and craft a proposal, positioning themselves as catalysts for the region’s economic advancement. […]

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Gov’t reaffirms commitment to enhance inter-regional links for trade, investment

The second annual AfriCaribbean Trade and Investment Forum opened at the Marriott Hotel, Georgetown on Monday, with a sizeable contingent of African and Caribbean business leaders, heads of government, and investors in attendance. In keeping with this year’s theme ‘Creating a shared Prosperous Future’, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Hugh Todd, who delivered […]

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Gov’t releases draft national gas monetization strategy; opens for public consultation

The Government of Guyana, through the Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR), is pleased to announce the initiation of a public consultation for Guyana’s Gas Monetization Strategy, as promised by His Excellency Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali. This strategy is part of a pivotal roadmap for managing the nation’s significant gas resources. It also serves as a vital tool for Guyana to make […]

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President Ali commits to providing water tanks, transportation to residents of 58 Miles

─ Tractors, ATVs handed over President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali pledged on Saturday to alleviate the water challenges experienced by the residents of 58 Miles, Region Ten, during the extended dry season by supplying water tanks. During his outreach to the area, the president actively engaged with the community, addressing their issues and concerns. He […]

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Guyana’s infrastructural development to be boosted with US$500M AfreximBank loan

To support the acceleration of Guyana’s transformative infrastructural agenda, the African Export-Import Bank (AfreximBank) has agreed to provide a US$500 million loan. This was disclosed by Professor Benedict Oramah, President and Chairman of the Board of Directors of AfreximBank, at the opening of the AfriCaribbean Trade and Investment Forum, held at the Marriott Hotel, Georgetown, […]

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Int’l support, private-public partnerships can address regional financing woes – Min. Walrond

As the AfriCaribbean Trade and Investment Forum gets underway, Minister of Tourism, Industry and Commerce has identified increased international support and private-public partnerships as valid mechanisms to resolving the financial challenges faced by the African and Caribbean regions.   The minister was delivering the keynote address on a panel discussion under the theme: ‘Options for […]

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Gov’t invests $2.3B in Region Ten education over three years

Over the past three years, the government invested some $2.3 billion for the expansion and improvement of educational services in Region Ten, President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali announced during a recent community consultation in Coomaka Mines. The president emphasised the ongoing commitment to the region’s development. “The last government removed the Because We Care grant. […]

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MOE unveils groundbreaking data management software for education transformation

The Ministry of Education launched the Education Management Information Systems (EMIS) software on Monday to enhance education data management. The software provides real-time access to student data, aiding planning, budgeting, decision-making, and monitoring. Accessible to all educational stakeholders, it will soon be available to parents and students. At the launch held at the Pegasus Suites […]

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Region Ten to get equal share of development – Min. Mc Coy

– will not be left behind The government reiterated its commitment and support to Region Ten on Sunday as it reassured residents that they will benefit equally from development which is sweeping Guyana. This was reaffirmed by Minister within the Office of the Prime Minister with Responsibility for Public Affairs, Kwame McCoy. Minister Mc Coy […]

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