The government has reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding children by implementing proactive measures to ensure their safety and well-being. During Monday’s sitting of the National Assembly, Opposition Member of Parliament (MP) Jermaine Figueira moved a motion to establish a National Child Emergency Notification System. The motion followed the tragic death of Adrianna Younge, an 11-year-old […]
Any regulatory hurdles that prevent companies and potential investors from participating in the local stock market will be adjusted in a next term of the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C). Vice President Dr Bharrat Jagdeo revealed this during an interactive youth forum on Friday. A stock market allows owners of stocks and shares to dispose of […]
Widespread infrastructural development is set to roll out across Georgetown as the government moves to address persistent challenges affecting residents as it relates to dilapidated roads, bridges, and clogged drains which causes flooding after heavy rain fall. These issues were highlighted during site inspections on Saturday, led by Minister of Public Works, Bishop Juan Edghill, […]
With the nation still mourning the death of 11-year-old Adrianna Younge, President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali returned on Saturday to her family’s home and assured of the government’s full support in their pursuit for truth and justice. Standing among Adrianna’s mother, aunt, and grandmother, the president gave his personal assurance that all their requests relating […]
-Even in the face of oil discoveries, global economic uncertainty-Local economy to maintain strong economic growth Guyana has once again received appraisal for its careful and effective handling of its rapidly growing economy by the International Monetary Fund (IMF). This recognition comes even in light of significant oil discoveries and global economic uncertainty, which makes […]
In a significant move to enhance transportation for medical services, three brand-new ambulances were handed over to Karasabai, Sand Creek and Yupukari in Region Nine, on Friday. The timely donation of the ambulances will help to strengthen the response time and provide efficient medical care to the patients. The ambulances are fully equipped with emergency […]
– Says gov’t has demonstrated credibility by charging individuals at all levels Vice President Dr Bharrat Jagdeo has welcomed the United States Department of State’s International Narcotics Control Strategy Report (INCSR), stating that accounting for biases, the repoet largely recognises Guyana’s progress in drug enforcement, anti-money laundering and transparency efforts. In the 2025 report, Guyana […]
-To provide improved health services to over 600 residents Over 600 residents from Aranaputa in Region Nine are now enjoying improved access to health services at Aranaputa’s reconstructed health post valued at around $12.5 million. The new facility was commissioned by Minister of Health Dr Frank Anthony on Friday. Regional Chairman Bryan Allicock, Regional Health […]
The government has announced that a minimum of 1,500 house lots will be allocated in new housing areas across the East Berbice-Corentyne region over the next two days. The new allocation will add to the 4,545 house lots already allocated since the PPP/C government took the helm of the nation in 2020. At another ‘Dream […]
Speaking to a room packed with young people, Vice President Dr Bharrat Jagdeo on Friday charged those present to continue to play their role in changing the mindset and culture towards national development. Dr Jagdeo made this call during an interactive youth forum hosted by the University of Guyana’s Economic Society (UGES). “It is people […]