The government, through the Ministry of Public Works, announced plans for a permanent four-lane bridge at Stanleytown, West Bank Demerara, following the recent installation of a temporary bridge. Speaking at a stakeholder engagement on Monday, Minister of Public Works, Bishop Juan Edghill revealed that the current bridge is not strong enough to withstand the pressures […]
– During upcoming state visit Prime Minister of India, the Honourable Shri Narendra Modi, is set to arrive in Guyana on Tuesday for a three-day visit, following President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali’s invitation. The two leaders are expected to delve into a wide array of issues, with particular emphasis on military cooperation and addressing the challenges […]
Guyana has made significant strides in advancing children’s rights, signifying the important role they play in the nation’s future. This was highlighted by His Excellency, Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali during the 35th anniversary of the Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC) on Monday. Held at the Kingston Seawalls, the event was attended by […]
– On the 35th anniversary of the Convention on the Rights of the Child As Guyana marks the 35th anniversary of the Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC), President, Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has called for global institution and system reform in light of challenges and failures that disproportionately harm children. The CRC […]
The Ministry of Home Affairs, in collaboration with the Guyana National Road Safety Council, hosted a Road Safety Public Education Awareness Motorcade on Sunday, in observance of Road Safety Month and the United Nations World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims. The motorcade commenced at the Kitty Roundabout, proceeded west along Carifesta Avenue, through […]
The Ministry of Human Services and Social Security on Sunday launched its annual ‘Wish Upon a Star’ initiative at the Georgetown Cricket Club. The Christmas programme has been ongoing for more than three years, catering specifically to children with special needs and those in difficult circumstances. Speaking with the Department of Public Information (DPI) at […]
Eight additional squatting areas in Region Ten will be regularised by March 2025 to create a more conducive living environment for hundreds of residents. The areas slated for regularisation include New Harden, Coomacka, Siberian, Silver Hill, West Watooka, Blocks ‘E’ and ‘F’ of Canva City, as well as Green Valley Block ‘F’ Parcels 95 to […]
The Ituni road network in Region Ten will undergo a significant transformation, with its sand roads being upgraded to rigid concrete pavement, benefitting thousands of commuters. Minister of Public Works, Bishop Juan Edghill has revealed that the project will be executed under the ministry’s miscellaneous roads programme and small contractors will complete the works. During […]
Despite the government through the Ministry of Health setting aside a massive $2.8 billion to facilitate cervical cancer screening for women – only 10,000 have accessed the service to date. This concern was flagged by Vice President, Dr Bharrat Jagdeo during a community outreach at Beterverwagting on the East Coast of Demerara (ECD) over the […]
Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret’d), the Honourable Mark Phillips underscored the holistic and strategic vision of the Government during the commissioning ceremony for two additions to the GDF’s Air Corps Fleet. The Dornier HAL-228-201, which were purchased from India earlier this year, were officially commissioned today at Air Station London, Timehri. During his remarks, Prime Minister […]