The Ministry of Health, in collaboration with regional authorities, is actively investigating and monitoring a suspected outbreak of Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease (HFMD) in Region Four (Demerara-Mahaica). HFMD is a contagious viral disease that primarily affects children of primary school age, although individuals of any age can contract it. On March 11, an expert […]
President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has firmly rejected any dialogue with Venezuela while it continues to breach the Argyle Declaration, stating that he would not be ‘bullied’ into talks. Speaking to the media Saturday last, President Ali responded to reports that Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro had requested dialogue under the Argyle Agreement. “I have made […]
– ongoing construction on the airport progressing The Cheddi Jagan International Airport (CJIA) is undergoing extensive upgrades to meet international standards, with several key projects advancing. Minister of Public Works, Bishop Juan Edghill announced that negotiations for the Terminal Two contract are in their final stage. He made this disclosure during a meeting on Tuesday […]
The Ministry of Health signed a contract with RioMed Limited, a UK-registered company, to develop and implement the new Electronic Health Record System (EHR). Signed on Tuesday March 18, the duration of the contract will be 18 months. The International Development Bank (IDB) is providing USD$3.3 million in funding for the implementation of the EHR […]
– as Guyana observes World Social Workers Day 2025 In a world where unprecedented social challenges are occurring worldwide, the need for skilled and passionate social workers has never been greater. This observation was made by Minister of Human Services and Social Security Dr Vindhya Persaud on World Social Workers Day 2025. In a message […]
– 241 land titles, 20 steel & cement vouchers issued as Govt expands homeownership access After years of anticipation, over 300 Berbicians can now celebrate as they receive their lands at Moleson Creek (Phases I and II) and Hogstye Housing Schemes in Region Six (East Berbice-Corentyne). Christopher Asregadoo praised the government’s efforts to expand homeownership opportunities […]
– eyes deeper ties as trade expands A Guyana public and private sector delegation is undertaking a trade mission in Northern Brazil, specifically Boa Vista, State of Roraima on 17- 18 March 2025. The trade mission is in keeping with a commitment made during a meeting between His Excellency Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali, President of […]
An independent evaluation by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has endorsed the government’s policies as effective with several inroads made to drive inclusive social and economic growth. The IMF’s 2025 Article IV report praised the government’s social transfer policies implemented in recent years, as a move in the right direction to ending poverty, as disposable […]
Infrastructural projects in Kwakwani, Region Ten, are advancing seamlessly with community and medium to large-scale road works on schedule to be completed by April month end. The $2.4 billion undertaken is transforming 37 thoroughfares from laterite to concrete and asphalt. Sixteen roads are community-based projects awarded to small contractors while the remaining 21 are executed […]
-Modern port, second energy project also on the cards The government plans to develop a highway from the new Demerara River Bridge connecting Wales, Bartica, and ultimately Timehri on the East Bank of Demerara to propel infrastructure and economic growth. President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali made the announcement at the commissioning of the state-of-the-art $1.35 […]