As the high cost of living continues to cripple economies regionally and globally, the Government of Guyana has been implementing measures since its assumption to office in 2020 to cushion the effects for citizens, compared to advanced countries. This was highlighted by the General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP), Dr Bharrat Jagdeo during […]
The option of transforming the now partially-destroyed Charity Market located in Region Two (Pomeroon-Supenaam) into a more modernised structure is being explored by the government. Earlier this month, fire erupted at the market square resulting in 29 stalls being severely destroyed while 11 were destroyed by water due to firefighting efforts. Following a meeting with […]
In record time, the Demerara Harbour Bridge has officially reopened to vehicular traffic, following its three-day closure to facilitate the replacement of ‘Span 9’. The successful reopening of the bridge six hours ahead of schedule is owed to the excellent leadership, planning, coordination, and communication implemented by government and other agencies. Persons will now be […]
Persons residing at Blueberry Hill (North), Linden, Region Ten signed their Agreements of Sale, on Thursday, during the Ministry of Housing and Water-Central Housing and Planning’s (CH&PA) outreach at the Christianburg Wismar Secondary School. Several residents shared their excitement and relief, as they are one step closer to receiving their Certificates of Title. Mark Grenville, […]
Prime Minister, Brigadier (Ret’d) the Honourable Mark Phillips said that Guyana was proud to host the Tradewinds 2023, the multinational military exercise, for a third time, especially since it fosters knowledge-sharing and diplomatic ties among the members of the armed forces, and showcases the nation’s military readiness and commitment to regional security initiatives. Prime Minister […]
Ten (10) Guyanese were selected for the twenty-five (25) day-long 66th Know India Programme organized by the Ministry of External Affairs of the Government of India. Selected were: Pt. Ubraj Narine- Former Mayor of Georgetown from Region Four, Mr. Latchman Mootoosammi- a technical officer of GNBS from Cummings Lodge, Ms. Keshanie Ghansiam- of FasGrafix hailing […]
Promoting the use of technology in the development of businesses is a main focus for the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI), in recognising its role as a key stakeholder in the development of Guyana’s economy. The Department of Public Information spoke with GCCI’s President, Kester Hutson on Wednesday and he noted that the […]
As part of the government’s support for homebuilders, close to 50 persons residing in Linden, Region Ten received their steel and cement subsidies on Thursday to commence construction of their homes. The distribution exercise was held at the Christianburg Wismar Secondary School, during an outreach led by the Ministry of Housing and Water-Central Housing and […]
As part of the Ministry of Education’s efforts to integrate migrant children into the education system, the Ministry’s Welfare Unit, in collaboration with the Disaster Risk Prevention and Migrant Unit and UNICEF hosted a Big Sister Mentoring Programme. The programme which commenced on July 10, 2023 will conclude on Friday, July 28, 2023. It is […]
Due to the reopening of the Demerara Harbour Bridge to vehicular and passenger service, the Maritime Administration Department (MARAD) advises commuters that the water taxi service at the Demerara Harbour Bridge will be terminated at 18:00 hrs. today. However, the service operating between Grove, East Bank Demerara and Wales, West Bank Demerara, will continue until […]