The distribution of the black giant chicken programme is moving apace, as over 63,000 black giant chickens were distributed across the hinterland regions and other parts of the country. The distribution forms part of a concerted effort, to grow the local poultry sector by introducing a resilient breed of chicken. Black giant chickens provide a […]
Minister of Home Affairs, Robeson Benn Friday stated that the Guyana Prison Service (GPS) is currently undergoing a substantial transformation, which is beyond the construction of new correctional facilities, but comprises a fundamental shift in the approach to how inmates are managed and treated. Minister Benn reiterated that the aim is to shift the service’s […]
– at 66th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference in Ghana One of the largest gatherings of Commonwealth Parliamentarians will take place next week at the 66th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference (66th CPC) hosted by the Parliament of Ghana and the CPA Ghana Branch. The flagship event will bring together over 500 Parliamentarians, parliamentary staff and decision-makers from across the Commonwealth […]
– units completed; infrastructure works ongoing Lethem, Region Nine is currently undergoing significant infrastructural development, with a specific focus on the housing sector. Major infrastructure works are in progress at the new housing development at Tract CHPA (Poke Bridge), where approximately 575 individuals were allocated residential house lots. According to the Ministry of Housing and […]
As the nation undergoes a transformative revolution, paving the way for a multitude of emerging opportunities, the government has reaffirmed its intent to collaborate with the private sector in giving prominence to the tourism sector. Minister of Tourism, Industry, and Commerce, Oneidge Walrond on Wednesday, reiterated the commitment during the launch of experimental tourism products […]
The Government categorically rejects the claims made in the petition, dated September 24, 2023, in support of the Washington Diaspora Conference, as an unpatriotic attempt by the Opposition APNU/AFC to undermine the Government’s commitment to the betterment of Guyana. It is evident that the document in question is engineered by the Opposition APNU/AFC and is […]
Global commendation continues to pour in for Guyana, a country on the rise with the fastest-growing economy in the world. A recent study conducted by Business Monitor International (BMI), a Fitch Solutions Research Unit, has predicted ‘explosive’ growth for Guyana, poised for 115% growth in the next five years. This growth is said to be […]
The Guyana Livestock and Development Authority’s (GLDA) artificial insemination (AI) programme is progressing smoothly, and over 200 cattle are expected to be inseminated by year-end in Region Nine. The programme’s objective is to improve the growth of the country’s livestock sector while advancing Guyana’s food security efforts, locally and regionally. Artificial insemination, which is the […]
The involvement of both adults and youths is expected to be fostered in the village of St Ignatius as the new ‘Ariwa Village Benab’ was commissioned recently by Minister of Amerindian Affairs, Pauline Sukhai, during her visit to Region Nine. As she congratulated the village for their coordination and cooperation in helping to better the […]
Guyana officially launched 15 new tourism experiences on the observance of World Tourism Day 2023. The launch was held at Bookland Gardens on Wednesday afternoon. Minister of Tourism Industry and Commerce, Oneidge Walrond commended the work of the Guyana Tourism Authority in helping tour operators refine their products for visitors. She told the gathering of […]