The $1.38 trillion proposed budget for 2025 is set to propel Guyana’s agriculture sector to new heights and advance its progress toward self-sufficiency. Minister of Agriculture Zulfikar Mustapha made the statement during the ‘Budget in Focus’ programme aired on the National Communications Network (NCN) Saturday evening. The agriculture ministry has been allocated $104.6 billion, a […]
Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs, Mohabir Anil Nandlall, SC, has lauded the 2025 national fiscal plan, praising its people centred approach, bold initiatives, and sustainable development focus. On Friday last, the Senior Minister in the Office of the President with Responsibility for Finance and the Public Service, Dr Ashni Singh presented the $1.138 […]
The government has allocated $1.5 billion in the 2025 National Budget to accelerate the construction of the first National Hospitality Training Institution in Berbice, Region Six. This initiative aims to support the expansion of the hospitality sector, which is witnessing significant growth with several new hotels currently under construction. When completed, the institution will play […]
The government is well on track to complete the first 100 three-bedroom bungalow houses at Palmyra in Region Six by the end of March 2025. Construction of these homes began in October 2024 by nine contractors. During a recent engagement with the workers, Minister of Housing and Water Collin Croal expressed satisfaction with the progress […]
The government has allocated $9.9 billion in the 2025 budget to improve the country’s river transportation infrastructure, with emphasis being placed on enhancing safety, efficiency and sustainability. The initiative is part of a broader effort to provide cost-effective, environmentally friendly, and reliable transport solutions for passengers and goods. During his presentation in the National Assembly […]
The Guyana Coursera National Training Partnership was allocated $363 million in budget 2025 to launch courses to enhance the nation’s human resource capacity. The innovative programme was launched in 2024 and offers every Guyanese free education and skill training through a partnership with United States-based course provider, Coursera. Senior Minister in the Office of the […]
The government has allocated $8.2 billion in its 2025 budget to fortify and preserve the nation’s sea and river defences. This funding is crucial to protecting riverine communities and agricultural lands, ensuring food security and safeguarding the country from the impacts of climate change. The Senior Minister in the Office of the President with Responsibility […]
The government has earmarked $1.8 billion for the One Guyana Digital Programme to train 1,500 more Guyanese students in information and communication technology (ICT) this year. Senior Minister in the Office of the President with Responsibility for Finance and the Public Service, Dr Ashni Singh made the disclosure in his presentation of the 2025 national […]
The revised laws of Guyana and consolidated rulings between 2008 and 2022 are expected to be completed this year. A further $395 million has been allocated in the 2025 budget for these critical undertakings. This is according to the Senior Minister in the Office of the President with Responsibility for Finance and the Public Service, […]
Residents of Silverhill on the East Bank of Demerara are now experiencing improved access to water following the distribution of 159 new black water tanks. This initiative came swiftly after President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali visited the community and pledged to address residents’ water concerns. Minister within the Office of the Prime Minister with responsibility […]COVID-19 Notice: Due to the pandemic some consular services will be conducted by registered mail until further notice. Learn more
