Three elderly residents living with disability in the village of Kwebanna, Region One received wheelchairs from the Ministry of Health, demonstrating the government’s commitment to improving the livelihoods of all Guyanese. This became possible after a request was made by Kwebanna’s Toshao, Troy Peters, during a recent outreach led by President, Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali […]
– President Ali The government plans to update the Financial Institutions Act (FIA) to modernise Guyana’s banking sector and align it with international banking standards. Speaking during a press conference at State House in Georgetown on Thursday, President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali said these proposed amendments aim to attract international institutions to establish a presence […]
In a strategic move to improve procurement practices and promote accountability, the Public Procurement Commission (PPC) expanded its outreach to Region 7 with a comprehensive training session held on June 14, 2024, at Bartica Learning and Resource Centre. The training session drew a diverse group of 30 participants from various sectors, including members of the […]
The government is moving closer to reaching an initial agreement with the Guyana Teachers Union (GTU) on conditions that would end the ongoing strike by some teachers. This is according to President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali who underscored that progress is being made toward reaching a preliminary agreement while responding to a question posed by […]
The Disability & Rehabilitation Services – Ministry of Health invites you to the launching of their 19th Rehab Week 2024 Celebration. This year Rehab Week will be observed under the theme “Transformative Triumphs: Celebrating the transformative Triumphs and Successes that Individuals Achieve Through their Rehabilitation Journey” There will be a week of activities commencing June […]
The government, through the Ministry of Housing and Water’s Central Housing and Planning Authority (CHPA), on Wednesday officially launched the Electronic Planning and Development Single Window System. The innovative platform aims to streamline the planning and development application process, enhancing the ease of doing business for local and foreign investors. The Single Window System serves […]
With a significant influx of passengers travelling to and from Guyana, the Cheddi Jagan International Airport (CJIA) is undergoing extensive renovations to enhance the travel experience and bolster the country’s tourism industry. The upgrades include an inline baggage system, a commercial centre, a VIP lounge, and a new administrative building. During an inspection of the […]
The life of 68-year-old Famida Kumar from Diamond, East Bank Demerara, has been transformed after receiving the key to a brand-new home last Saturday. This was made possible through the Men on Mission (MoM) initiative, spearheaded by President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali. Kumar, originally from the Grove squatting area, had relocated to Bagotstown and applied […]
Two hundred additional mining blocks will soon be distributed to miners in Mahdia, Region Eight, as part of ongoing efforts to enhance local gold production. Minister of Natural Resources, Vickram Bharrat made the announcement during a consultation with goldsmiths and jewellers, at Duke Lodge in Kingston, Georgetown, on Tuesday. Minister Bharrat said the initiative is […]
Guyana is poised to welcome 350,000 visitors in 2024, reflecting a significant increase in its tourism sector. According to the Guyana Tourism Authority’s (GTA) Tourism Statistical Digest 2023, the country’s tourism industry has rebounded from the pandemic and surpassed its pre-pandemic visitor numbers. Director of the Guyana Tourism Authority (GTA) Kamrul Baksh highlighted in the […]