Statement Minister within the Office of the Prime Minister with Responsibility for Information and Public Affairs I have noted with significant concern the continued problem of persons squatting on privately owned or state-owned lands along the Linden/Soesdyke Highway. It is imperative to reiterate that individuals who make the personal decision to squat on private or […]
Restorative justice units will be implemented within the Ministry of Human Services and Social Security’s probation centres nationwide to address rising crime rates and promote successful reintegration. This is according to the Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs, Mohabir Anil Nandlall, SC, who made the disclosure during his presentation at the First Conference on […]
In its continued effort to tackle the sale and distribution of substandard electrical fittings and equipment, the Product Compliance Department of the Guyana National Bureau of Standards (GNBS) seized and destroyed 11,660 pieces of substandard electrical fittings and equipment. The items including wires, cables, lamp holders, circuit breakers, extension cords, power outlets, receptacles, knife switches, […]
As the Caribbean continues to face severe financing challenges in achieving critical development goals, President, Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali said increased investments from the private sector can fill the gap. Highlighting the roughly US$61.5 billion in deposits parked in Caribbean commercial banks, the president emphasised the need for the region to devise strategies to tap […]
Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips on Wednesday led an outreach at Charity and villages along the Pomeroon River, Region Two where he interacted with residents and listened to their concerns. The prime minister was accompanied by Minister of Agriculture, Zulfikar Mustapha and other technical officers. During his address to farmers from Strong Hope Canal, […]
Legal luminaries were on Wednesday urged to collaborate with the various institutions to build resilient legal systems that tackle the root causes of crime and foster a modern and efficient justice landscape. President, Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali made the statement while speaking during the First Legal Conference on Criminal Justice Reform at the Marriott Hotel in […]
In a concerted effort to elevate educational standards across Guyana, the Ministry of Education’s Secondary Sector is intensifying its oversight of the Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE) curriculum. This pivotal role includes meticulously monitoring Sixth Form Secondary Schools to stimulate academic advancement and refine teaching methodologies. Recently, the Ministry hosted a comprehensive CAPE Workshop on […]
President, Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has stressed the need to integrate biodiversity into the global agenda, pointing to an ambitious plan to unite biodiversity-rich countries and develop a scalable model for environmental protection. The Guyanese head of state is confident that the undertaking will foster global collaboration, innovative financing, and sustainable development. He said it […]
From 10 to 11 July 2024, the Commonwealth Secretary-General, the Rt Hon Patricia Scotland KC, will be in Guyana to attend the Legal Conference on Criminal Justice Reform- Advancing the Needham’s Point Declaration. The event is being hosted by the Government of Guyana, through the Attorney General’s Chambers and the Ministry of Legal Affairs, in partnership with the […]
– As first Legal Conference on Criminal Justice Reform opens President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has highlighted the critical need for continuous education within the judiciary to address modern issues effectively. Speaking at the opening ceremony of the First Legal Conference on Criminal Justice Reform, at the Marriott Hotel in Kingston, Georgetown, on Wednesday, President […]