A new state-of-the-art $30.1 million Command Centre was officially commissioned on Saturday in Region Three, marking a major milestone in the government’s “Safe City to Safe Country” initiative. This strategic facility represents a significant investment in modern surveillance, emergency response, and inter-agency coordination for the region. The new command centre follows closely on the heels […]
The Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) is pleased to announce that all preparations are well underway for Nomination Day, scheduled for Monday, 14 July 2025, at Umana Yana, Kingston, Georgetown, from 10:00 hrs. – 14:00 hrs. This critical milestone in the electoral calendar marks the official submission of lists of candidates by political parties contesting the […]
-Guyana taps innovative web-based platform designed to help its renewable energy transition Guyana is advancing its renewable energy transition with a cutting-edge digital tool designed to accelerate the adoption of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems, reduce long-term energy costs, and promote urban sustainable development. The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) Solar City Simulator is an innovative […]
President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali announced that the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) plans to create a National Food Hub in Region Nine (Upper Takutu-Upper Essequibo), unlocking the region’s immense agricultural potential. The head of state shared this transformative plan during an engagement with scores of villagers and Amerindian leaders (Toshaos) from South Rupunnuni communities in […]
First Son Zayd Ali has raised $9 million in his second-ever lemonade sale. The funds were immediately handed over to eight animal shelters and organisations. The event was held this afternoon on the lawns of the State House, where hundreds of people gathered to enjoy an afternoon in the sun with several planned activities for […]
President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali on Friday visited the Amerindian village of Aishalton in Region Nine, where he announced the government’s intention to assist in marketing the lush forests and intact ecosystems of the South Rupununi as a global ‘model’ for biodiversity. He informed scores of villagers and leaders (Toshaos) that he had recently engaged […]
A total of 67 contracts were signed by small contractors from Bartica, Region Seven, for the cleaning of drains, culverts, and road shoulders as part of ongoing efforts to mitigate flooding across the region. The $132.5 million worth of desilting projects, signed on Friday, are expected to significantly impact the lives of the contractors, boost […]
Residents from Region Eight no longer have to travel long hours to Georgetown or the Essequibo Coast to access essential government services, following the launch of a Deeds and Commercial Registries Authority (DCRA) office in Mahdia. In a simple ceremony with residents at Campbelltown Benab, Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs Mohabir Anil Nandlall […]
Water transportation to Bartica, Region Seven, is set to improve significantly as the highly anticipated $553 million stelling is on track for completion by August 1. The announcement was made by Minister of Public Works Bishop Juan Edghill during a site inspection on Friday. “Works will be completed for the stelling to be fully operational […]
On August 1, less than a month from now, the Demerara Harbour Bridge (DHB), the Berbice River Bridge and the Wismar Bridge will be toll-free. This fulfils a promise that President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali made on Sunday, March 23, while addressing a large gathering at Babu Jaan in Port Mourant, Corentyne, during the annual […]