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150 certificates of title, 125 sale agreements distributed to Lindeners

Residents of Linden in Region Ten are now one step closer to homeownership, with 150 of them receiving their certificates of title and 125 receiving their agreements of sale.  The documents were distributed during a recent two-day outreach at the Watooka Guest House. The exercise was spearheaded by Minister of Housing and Water Collin Croal […]

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10-year Guyanese passport launched with electronic features

Guyanese can now obtain an ultra-modern passport which is valid for 10 years and fortified with electronic security features. The Ministry of Home Affairs on Monday announced the official launch of the new passport and said the document ensures an easier and safer travelling experience. Starting February 10, 2025, applicants can choose between a $6,000 […]

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CANU takes proactive stance against synthetic drug issue

– Plans in motion to raise awareness in schools, vulnerable communities The Customs Anti-Narcotics Unit (CANU) is taking proactive action to combat the emerging synthetic drug, ‘Strawberry Quick,’ before it becomes widespread.  This drug is a methamphetamine variant that is dangerously disguised as the children’s candy Pop Rocks. It mimics its appearance, smell and ‘popping’ […]

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Guyana to proactively engage US administration to protect trade interest – Jagdeo

With Guyana relying heavily on exports for sustained economic growth, the government must proactively remain engaged in diplomatic discussions with the United States (US) to protect not only Guyana’s trade interest, but the wider Caribbean region. This point was underscored by the General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP), Dr Bharrat Jagdeo in response […]

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Statement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation wishes to refer to the presentation of a map at a recently held International Business  Conference in Paramaribo, Suriname, that inaccurately included the New River Triangle as part of the Republic of Suriname. The map was included in a publication that was distributed by the Surinamese hosts to attendees at […]

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Guyana’s economy diversification strategy essential to enduring global economic shocks – President Ali

President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has underscored the significance of Guyana’s ambitious economic diversification strategy even as global economic shocks is anticipated due to policy changes in the United States and its influence on major economies. During Sunday’s episode of the Energy Perspective Podcast, President Ali said while Guyana is among the fastest growing economies, […]

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Strong systems in place to prevent corrupt land deals

– Jagdeo rejects corruption claims in land policy Amidst ongoing attempts by the opposition to depict the government as corrupt, General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP), Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, has reiterated that strong measures are in place to prevent fraudulent land deals and protect national wealth. Unlike past practices under the previous coalition […]

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Guyana’s Aviation Training School gains ICAO accreditation

Guyana’s Civil Aviation Training School has been officially accredited by TRAINAIR, a global training programme under the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO).  A delegation from Guyana will soon be in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United  Arab Emirates, to receive the official instrument of certification while attending the Global Implementation Support Symposium (GISS).    […]

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Single parent of five gets new home through Men on Mission

Shelly Doodnauth of Angoy’s Avenue in New Amsterdam, Berbice, and her five children no longer have to worry about living in a deplorable condition after receiving a new home on Saturday. The furnished three-bedroom house was built under President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali’s Men on Mission (MoM) initiative.    The 33 year old part-time worker […]

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