– Oil companies to share in environmental and fiscal responsibilities The PPP/C Administration is looking to develop its burgeoning oil and gas sector in a structured way, where oil companies bear their share of responsibilities from both an environmental and fiscal perspective, says Vice President, Dr Bharrat Jagdeo. The vice president, during his official visit […]
In keeping with the Ministry of Education’s mandate to ensure that every child is a fluent reader by Grade Four, while advancing the use of technology, the Literacy and Robotics Programme was launched on Monday at Den Amstel Primary School, Region Three. The programme was launched by the ministry’s National Literacy Department and the National […]
– Further works on the bridge to commence in March The 24-hour emergency rehabilitation works on the Demerara Harbour Bridge (DHB) span eight was on Monday completed during the early morning hours. Works on the bridge were a result of the recent accident caused by the Panama-registered oil tanker MV Tradewind Passion, which rendered the […]
The government has set aside some 17 acres of land in Mabaruma, Region One, for the construction of homes targeting young professionals in the area. This was announced by Minister of Housing and Water, Collin Croal who explained that the initiative is part of the government’s turn-key programme which aims to provide Guyanese with opportunities […]
On the 2nd February 2023, High Court Judge, the Honourable Justice Gino Persaud granted judgment against Trinidadian Company, Davis Ecolife Ltd in an Application brought by the National Data Management Authority (NDMA) through the Attorney General’s Chambers. NDMA is a body corporate established under the National Data Management Authority Act Cap. 27:13, Laws of Guyana […]
The government is exploring several ways to provide support to rice farmers along the Essequibo Coast, Region Two to return their lands to cultivation. This was announced by Minister of Agriculture, Zulfikar Mustapha during a recent engagement with several farmers there. “The weather has played a very critical role in the last rice crop, so […]
Region 10 is poised to become a focal point in Guyana’s journey to achieve food security. Chief Executive Officer of the Guyana Office for Investment (Guyana Invest), Dr Peter Ramsaroop, made the statement during a recent programme. He said the region is a hub of potential, and to ensure that this potential is properly harnessed […]
Some 131 Lindeners graduated from several training programmes offered by the Ministry of Labour’s Board of Industrial Training (BIT) last Friday. The graduates received certification in Welding and Fabrication, Heavy-Duty Equipment Operation, Electrical Installation, General Building Construction, Commercial Food Preparation, and Garment Construction. BIT continues to create avenues for persons to be trained […]
In an effort to create a better future for persons living in the community of Agricola, East Bank Demerara, President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has outlined several projects to be undertaken immediately. Dr Ali made the announcement during an impromptu meeting in the community Sunday morning, aimed at chartering a future that will give young […]
Government is working assiduously to pursue transformative projects in Region Nine (Upper Takutu-Upper Essequibo) in areas such as health, education, employment, social development. Minister of Local Government and Regional Development, Nigel Dharamlall made the disclosure during his address on Wednesday last during the regional flag raising to commemorate Guyana’s 53rd Republic Anniversary. Government continues […]