President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali underscored that recent investments in Guyana’s health sector are part of a broader strategy to establish a modern healthcare ecosystem. Speaking at the recent Concordia Annual Summit in New York, he explained that while service improvement is essential, the government envisions a healthcare model that addresses citizens’ needs at every […]
Over 60 employees from various child protection agencies and departments are participating in a two-day child labour training workshop. The exercise got underway on Monday at the Regency Suites Hotel and will focus primarily on advancing strategies and crafting more effective measures to protect children. The Ministry of Labour is partnering with the Ministry of […]
– GS Jagdeo The government is currently working on improving the Protected Areas Act, guaranteeing enhanced protection and conservation of Guyana’s natural heritage, including its forests and biodiversity. This undertaking is aligned with the comprehensive Low Carbon Development Strategy (LCDS) 2030, of which forest and biodiversity preservation is a key component. The Protected Areas Act […]
Another 15 persons living with disabilities (PWDs) have been trained in garment construction at the Ministry of Human Services and Social Security’s Learning Lab in Mahaica. The learning centre caters to the unique needs of each disability type, providing individuals with training tailored to their circumstances. According to the ministry, the garment construction course that […]
With concerns growing over the rising cases of child labour globally, the Ministry of Labour has been making notable progress in expanding its services to address this and other labour-related issues. Minister of Labour, Joseph Hamilton highlighted the ministry’s advancements on Monday during the launch of a child labour workshop, at the Regency Suites Hotel in […]
– GS Jagdeo In an unwavering commitment to transforming livelihoods, the government has earmarked $283 billion towards improving housing infrastructure across Guyana, with investments spanning 2020 to 2025. With $230 billion allocated so far, the government aims to invest another $52 billion in 2025. General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP) Dr Bharrat Jagdeo, […]
Since the adoption of the United Nations’ (UN) Pact for the Future and its annexes, Guyana has made considerable headway in honouring the goals of this transformative pact. This pact along with the Declaration on Future Generations and the Global Digital Pact, aims to create a sustainable world characterised by international peace and security and […]
The government has begun public consultation for the new ‘Protection from Harassment Bill 2024,’ as it takes proactive steps towards eradicating gender-based violence (GBV). The engagement, facilitated by the Ministry of Human Services and Social Security, offers citizens an opportunity to engage with government officials and voice their views on the final draft legislation. The […]
Minister of Human Services and Social Security, Dr Vindhya Persaud has underscored the crucial need for an accessible and inclusive justice system for women. The minister highlighted the importance of gender-responsive legislation and inclusive systems to protect women’s rights, promote justice, and ensure accountability globally, especially in times of conflict. She made the statement at […]
The government has embarked on an ambitious digital health agenda, which has led to the operation of 53 telemedicine in Guyana’s most remote communities. This is according to the Minister of Health, Dr Frank Anthony, as he updated members of the public on various health-related initiatives on Saturday. By the end of 2024, approximately 80 […]