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Gov’t spent $18B on upgrading Linden roads in the last two years – VP Jagdeo

– pledges more contract opportunities General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP) and Vice President, Dr Bharrat Jagdeo on Sunday told thousands of supporters at a rally in Wismar, Linden, that a whopping $18 billion investment was made in the last two years to improve road networks. “We promised to spend more money in […]

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President Ali unveils plan to empower hinterland families, cut living costs for Matarkai residents

President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali outlined a number of bold plans for Region One, focusing on initiatives to further reduce costs for families, creating even more new job opportunities, and tackling long-standing challenges in communities like Baramita. Speaking to an enthusiastic public meeting at the Fitzburg Recreational Ground in Port Kaituma on Saturday, the president […]

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Real empowerment, change with the PPP/C Gov’t – President Ali tells Matarkai residents 

– Cold storage facility, housing support and other plans outlined  President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali announced an investment package aimed at empowering the residents of Region One. It includes a 30 per cent reduction in electricity rates effective August 1 and new investments in cocoa and coffee production. Focusing on the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) […]

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Over $67B invested in Region One, fueling growth, improving livelihoods – PM Phillips

Within the last five years, the PPP/C Government has invested $67 billion in Region One, transforming lives through education, health, and Infrastructure, while driving growth of the local economy. That was the message that Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips delivered during a public meeting in Port Kaituma on Saturday. Addressing a large gathering of […]

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Continued investments in the next term- Minister Croal tells Port Kaituma residents 

Communities in Region One (Barima-Waini), especially in the Matarkai sub-district, are receiving attention as the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) has invested billions of dollars to enhance basic services during the last five years. The Minister of Housing and Water, Collin Croal, spoke at a public meeting on Saturday at Port Kaituma’s Fitzburg Recreational Ground, sharing […]

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Emancipation Day: President Ali honours African legacy, calls for national unity

President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali joined Guyanese at the 187th Emancipation Anniversary celebration at the New Amsterdam Multilateral School, delivering a powerful tribute to the resilience of African ancestors and their enduring legacy. The event, marked by vibrant cultural performances, also saw President Ali outline ambitious plans for unified development and boundless opportunities in Region […]

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President Ali pledges support for African-Guyanese culture and youth

In what was a powerful affirmation of Guyana’s rich African-Guyanese heritage and the nation’s commitment to nurturing its youth, President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali on Friday pledged financial support to strengthen the work of the Organisation for Social and Health Advancement in Guyana (OSHAG) and the rhythms of the Conga Nya Drumming Group. The head […]

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‘We must acknowledge the contributions of Afro-Guyanese to our development’ – PM Phillips

As Guyana celebrates the 187th anniversary of Emancipation, Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips urged citizens to continue to acknowledge the contributions of Afro Guyanese in the country’s development. The prime minister was at the time addressing emancipation celebrations in Hopetown, West Coast Berbice on Thursday night. “This year, at emancipation, there’s a lot for […]

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New era of accessibility and commerce: DHB, Berbice and Wismar Bridges now toll-free

For over four decades, the Demerara Harbour Bridge (DHB) has served as a vital gateway to Region Three, connecting thousands of Guyanese daily while supporting trade, tourism, and national development. Spanning 1.85 kilometres (6,078 feet) across one of the widest points of the Demerara River, the floating bridge links communities on the West Bank to […]

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Guyana’s oil production to increase next week as Yellowtail project starts

Guyana’s daily oil production is set to increase by 37% with the imminent startup of its fourth offshore development, the Yellowtail project, operated by ExxonMobil. The project will add 250,000 barrels per day (bpd) to national output, raising production from June’s estimate of 664,000 bpd to over 900,000 bpd. ExxonMobil CEO Darren Woods made the […]

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