– scheduled for completion early next year The state-of-the-art regional hospital at Enmore along the East Coast Demerara can create employment for almost 1,000 persons when completed. This is according to President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali during an inspection of the project on Monday. “For this facility, [we will need] more than 1,000 staff to […]
The Government welcomes the contributions of various diaspora groups to assist in building and moving the economy rapidly along the right developmental trajectory. These were the sentiments expressed by Consul General of Guyana in New York, HE Ambassador Michael Brotherson while speaking at the commemorative service of the Bishops’ High School New York Tri-State Chapter […]
The contractors working on the modern Maternal and Paediatric hospital at Ogle, East Coast Demerara have been urged to expedite works on the project to ensure it is completed by mid-2025. President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali gave the directive on Monday during an inspection of ongoing works. He expressed dissatisfaction with the pace of works, […]
Guyana has secured US$22 million to strengthen its healthcare research capabilities, a critical step towards advancing patient treatment outcomes. The funding includes a US$15 million grant from the Pandemic Fund, facilitated by the World Bank in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO), with an additional US$7 million in co-funding from the World Bank. The […]
Kaibarupai, Tusseneng, Karisparu, and Muruwa are among the communities in Region Eight that will benefit from the construction of new houses under the government’s Hinterland Housing Programme. Minister of Housing and Water Collin Croal made the disclosure during a recent outreach in the Potaro-Siparuni region. The initiative will enhance the quality of life for many vulnerable […]
A wave of opportunities has been unlocked for some 1200 residents ofKangaruma, Tassarene, and Isseneru in Region Seven as they are now accessing high-speed internet connectivity. With this new development, residents are able to browse the internet to access government services and attend online classes. More persons are pursuing their tertiary education remotely through the […]
The government plans to expand the facilities at the Eugene F Correia International Airport (Ogle Airport) to accommodate the massive development underway in Guyana’s aviation and tourism sectors. The airport is already blossoming into a major travel hub, accommodating more than 200 landings per day. This is according to the Minister of Public Works, Bishop […]
– plans underway for new four-lane structure Following swift restoration efforts, the temporary bridge in Stanleytown, West Bank Demerara has reopened to all vehicles, including trucks with a weight limit of 60 tons. Previously at risk of collapse, the bridge was stabilised within 48 hours, preventing what could have been a severe disruption. Minister of […]
The Arthur Chung Conference Centre (ACCC) was illuminated on Saturday as individuals from all walks of life gathered to honour Guyanese cultural icon ‘Dave Martins’ who had given voice to the joy, struggles and shared history of Guyanese and the Caribbean at large. ‘Dave Martins is We Own – A Musical and Visual Journey’ – […]
The government has committed $1 million to the Guyana Conference of Seventh-day Adventists to host its Ashton Alleyne Memorial Athletic Championships in 2025. Minister of Culture, Youth and Sport, Charles Ramson Jr made the announcement on Sunday. He was at the time addressing scores of Sabbath believers during the championship’s opening, at the National Track […]