– described as ‘Caribbean man’ by President Ali Prime Minister of St Vincent and the Grenadines, Dr Ralph Gonsalves has been conferred with Guyana’s second highest national award, the Order of Roraima by His Excellency, Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali. The simple ceremony took place on Tuesday evening at State House in Georgetown. Established in 1976, […]
St. Vincent and the Grenadines is in the process of purchasing the first 15 pre-fabricated wooden houses from Guyana, as part of the island’s rebuilding efforts after the volcano eruption in 2021. The ready-made homes will be procured from Guyanese manufacturer Duravilla, which specialises in pre-fabricated homes and hardwood products. The island’s Prime Minister, Dr […]
– to benefit 200 learners living with special needs, disabilities In keeping with efforts to improve the quality of life for learners living with special needs and disabilities across Guyana, the Education Ministry hosted a sod turning ceremony for the Aquatic Therapy Pool for these learners. The pool will be constructed at the Regional Special […]
The Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali-led PPP/C Administration will continue to work assiduously and make the necessary investments to ensure the lives of all Guyanese are transformed. This reassurance was given by President Ali during his recent interview with international news agency, Al Jazeera. “One of the important things that we must do is to improve […]
St Vincent and the Grenadines Prime Minister, Dr Ralph Gonsalves has described the government’s affordable housing programme as ‘impressive’, noting that it is an excellent initiative. Dr Gonsalves visited the low-income homes and DurvaVilla units in Great Diamond, East Bank Demerara. Housing and Water Minister, Collin Croal led the delegation along with Local Government and […]
– GWI reports As part of the government’s strategy to improve water access across the country, 7,000 households received first-time access to potable water in 2022. This was announced by Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Guyana Water Incorporated (GWI), Shaik Baksh, during a press briefing at the GWI Vlissingen Road boardroom on Tuesday. “We […]
Prime Minister of St Vincent and the Grenadines, Dr Ralph Gonsalves has arrived in Guyana for a four-day Official Visit. Dr Gonsalves and His Excellency Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali returned on the same flight from Brazil, Monday afternoon at the Cheddi Jagan International Airport (CJIA), Timehri. The two world leaders were in Brasilia for Sunday’s […]
H.E. Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali, President of the Cooperative Republic of Guyana, will be bestowed with the highest honour conferred on overseas Indians – Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Award (PBSA) – for the year 2023. President Ali joins 26 other persons of Indian origin/non-resident Indians who have been recognized by the Government of India for their […]
Public Works Minister, Bishop Juan Edghill announced that the financing agreement for the progression of the New Demerara River Crossing was finalised. The minister made the announcement on the sidelines of a small staff gathering on Friday at the Harbour Bridge. “In the wee hours this morning we concluded the financing agreement so very soon […]
Guyanese can expect tremendous investments from the government in 2023 which will lay the foundation for sustainable development way beyond 2030. The administration wants to establish a post 2030 state that will be the energy and industrial capital of the Caribbean, a prime tourism destination, a regional food security, and transport hub, and a competitive […]