As part of the government’s nationwide rollout of the ‘Because We Care’ cash grant uniform voucher on Monday, parents in Region Six turned out in their numbers to uplift the grants. Minister of Natural Resources, Vickram Bharrat, visited several schools across the region to oversee the distribution process. He emphasised that the government is committed […]
The Ministry of Human Services and Social Security (MHSSS), in collaboration with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), is proud to announce the official opening of the Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Mobile Remote Unit in Khan’s Hill, Mabaruma, Region One. The Opening ceremony was attended by key dignitaries including Minister of Human Services and Social Security […]
– Highlights that during 2021-2024, gov’t has injected $26.9B in cash grants to school children Delivering remarks at the launch of Government’s 2024 ‘Because We Care’ Cash Grant initiative at Queen’s College this morning, Senior Minister in the Office of the President with responsibility for Finance and Public Service, Dr Ashni Singh reiterated that the […]
On June 21, 2024, the Public Procurement Commission (PPC) expanded its outreach efforts by hosting a public procurement training session at the RDC Board Room in Mahdia. The session attracted a number of participation including members from various sectors such as the Regional Executive Office (REO), Regional Tender Board, Guyana Police Force, evaluators, engineers, Town […]
– Dr Ramsaroop tells entrepreneurs at Econome III With the government’s substantial investment in the country’s resources, each sector has experienced exponential growth. This surge has significantly expanded opportunities for local entrepreneurs. Chief Investment Officer (CIO) of the Guyana Office for Investment, Dr Peter Ramsaroop, emphasised to entrepreneurs the growing opportunities in Guyana and encouraged […]
─ Cocaine seizures increased by 800 per cent in 2024 The government is prioritising the security of the country’s borders to prevent illegal activities such as drug trafficking, unauthorised migrant, and the transportation of weapons. In recent months, the administration has closely collaborated with countries such as France, Brazil, the United States, the United Kingdom, […]
In a significant step to improve Guyana’s drainage infrastructure, the government will soon embark on a major project to rehabilitate 63 sluices across the country. Minister of Agriculture, Zulfikar Mustapha made the announcement during a community outreach in Region Six on Saturday. The minister met with farmers and residents from Number 52 and 74 Villages, […]
The pump station at Adventure Village along the Corentyne Coast, Region Six, is set to be commissioned soon, to strengthen the region’s drainage infrastructure and improve agricultural productivity. Minister of Agriculture, Zulfikar Mustapha, made the announcement during an inspection of the completed works on the approximately $500 million pump station on Saturday. “I am very […]
The government has initiated commercial discussions with players in the aviation industry for the sale of high-quality carbon credits. This was announced by President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali during a press conference on Thursday. Earlier this year, Guyana achieved a historic milestone by receiving 7.14 million 2021 vintage carbon credits from the Architecture for REDD+ […]
Equitable finance is needed to address the global issue of climate change and stimulate a more proactive response to the environmental hazard. This was robustly stressed by Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips during his feature address at the recent 157th anniversary ceremony of the Confederation of Canada. “Equitable access to climate finance remains the […]