The Ministry of Public Works is set to roll out a massive infrastructure agenda for Regions Two, Three, Four, Five and Six, through its Miscellaneous Road Programme. Contractors have already been invited to submit bids through public notices in the daily newspapers. A number of roads in Region Two are set to be rehabilitated. They […]
– Hackney Primary School benefits from the Replacement of depleted batteries The Guyana Energy Agency (GEA), on February 18th, 2022, under its sustainable energy interventions at community/public buildings, replaced the 9.6 kWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) of the 0.5kWp Solar PV System installed at the Hackney Primary School located along the Pomeroon River. […]
Government is working to introduce modern scientific and technological techniques of farming to stimulate production across Guyana. His Excellency, Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali said Sunday, that the move is a strategic approach towards achieving the 25 by 2025 target in the region. He made the statement during a media conference hosted at State House. “If […]
Minister of Housing and Water, Collin Croal, M.P, announced Tuesday that government will distribute 14,000 house lots to Guyanese this year. He made the announcement during a community engagement with residents of Esau and Jacob, and Fairfield villages, Region Five (Mahaica-Berbice). He was accompanied by Member of Parliament, Faizal Jafferally, and Regional Chairman, Vickchand Ramphal. […]
The Ministry of Public Service is seeking to appoint a chancellor to the Guyana Online Academy of Learning (GOAL) to ensure students receive guidance and support for the duration of their programme. Speaking with DPI, GOAL Director, Professor Jacob Opadeyi explained that the ministry made the decision to stem the dropout rate. “The ministry is […]
The Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) on Monday, received a new echocardiography unit from the Rotary Club of Georgetown, to assist with cardiac patient care at the institution. Earlier this year, GPHC’s echocardiography room was severely damaged by a fire, which saw approximately $25 to $30 million in equipment being destroyed and 11 patients relocated. […]
The PPP/C Administration remains committed to investing heavily in all areas of the agriculture sector, to ensure sustainable food security across Guyana and the region. Government believes that with substantial contribution to the food industry, Guyana could remain the spotlight for the provision of organic fruits and vegetables, and other high value commodities. Since assuming […]
A total of 151 fire hydrants have been replaced across the city to aid the Guyana Fire Service in the execution of its duties. The repair and rehabilitation of the hydrants is a direct instruction from President, Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali. Chief Fire Officer (ag) Gregory Wickham, on the side line of an event Tuesday, […]
The Ministry of Health has joined with the Pan American Health Organisation/World Health Organisation (PAHO/WHO) on a two-day workshop to craft a ‘national action plan’ that will seek to eliminate five neglected infectious diseases from Guyana by 2030. Speaking at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre on Monday, Minister of Health, Dr. Frank Anthony said Chagas, […]
Minister of Labour, Joseph Hamilton, M.P, who joined the nation in celebrating International Women’s Day (IWD) again issued a call for women to seek out traditionally male dominated jobs. He made the call during a seminar on conditions of work, occupational safety and health (OSH) requirements and employment exchange service, at the Regional Democratic Council, […]