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$5.6B worth of narcotics seized in Guyana in 2024

-increase in cocaine seizure recorded The Customs Anti-Narcotic Unit (CANU) made significant inroads against drug trafficking last year by intercepting and destroying some 6738.212 kilogrammes (kgs) of illicit substances.   The seizure represents a street value of approximately $5.6 billion. On Monday, the Minister of Home Affairs, Robeson Benn, said that 5094.67 kgs of cocaine, […]

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33 persons begin oil and gas training at Port Mourant facility

A total of 33 students have officially begun their training on the facility simulator at the Guyana Technical Training College Inc (GTTCI) in Port Mourant, Region Six. According to an update posted by President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali on his Facebook page, this is the largest cohort to be trained in Guyana on the simulator […]

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Fraudulently Registered Vessel Detained by Venezuelan Authorities

The Maritime Administration Department hereby advises that the chemical tanker, “Four Plus” bearing IMO No. 9203930, which was recently detained by Venezuelan authorities for unauthorised entry into that State’s waters was falsely flying the Guyana flag. The vessel is not registered in Guyana; therefore, it is not authorised to fly the Guyana flag or claim […]

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Gov’t will boost tourism in Rockstone this year – Min Walrond

The government has given assurances that financing will be made available in the 2025 budget to advance tourism in Rockstone, Linden.   The Minister of Tourism, Industry and Commerce, Oneidge Walrond, made the announcement during a community engagement on Wednesday in Region Ten. Rockstone sits on the bank of the Essequibo River about 27 kilometres […]

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Guyana’s constitution should be taught in schools – AG Nandlall

The Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs, Mohabir Anil Nandlall, SC has emphasised the importance of teaching Guyana’s constitution in schools. During an outreach in Campbelltown village in Mahdia, Minister Nandlall explained that the government’s drive to strengthen the country’s legal framework also involves public awareness of various elements of the law. “I think […]

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Mahdia residents’ embrace restorative justice initiative

Residents of Mahdia, Campbelltown, El Paso, Micobie, and outlying areas in Region Eight, learned about restorative justice and the government’s plan to implement the doctrine nationwide. An awareness session was held at the Campbelltown Benab on Saturday, spearheaded by the Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs, Mohabir Anil Nandlall, SC. Minister of Amerindian Affairs, […]

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$14M invested in Chenapou projects

Many community development initiatives are currently being implemented in Chenapou in Region Eight. Each project will significantly impact the livelihood of Chenapou residents. The remote Amerindian village is utilising financial resources provided by the Ministry of Amerindian Affairs to construct critical infrastructure and create employment and income opportunities.   The projects include an information and […]

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Over $300 M spent to renovate Cliff Anderson Sports Hall

The Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport has invested over $300 million in the comprehensive overhaul of the Cliff Anderson Sports Hall on Homestretch Avenue. The Minister of Culture, Youth and Sport, Charles Ramson Jr., said the roof alone cost $9.4 million, while the  ceiling and vented walls cost $12 million. At a press briefing […]

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Govt to work with Buxton, Strathspey on transformative agricultural projects— President Ali

His Excellency President Dr Irfaan Ali said that his Government will support the development of innovative agricultural projects in Buxton and Strathspey on the East Coast of Demerara. During outreaches to the communities, the President had extensive interactions with residents to discuss solutions to problems and ways of maximising community development. In Buxton, President Ali […]

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