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MNR responds to former Minister of Natural Resources Raphael Trotman

Raphael Trotman continues to revel in what obviously is some form of delusions of grandeur. Perhaps it first surfaced in a major way in his book in which he painted himself as one who can rescue Guyana from the 2016 catastrophic contract with ExxonMobil, deluding himself in the obvious belief that the public would forget […]

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Onderneeming water treatment plant is 70 per cent completed – Min. Rodrigues

Construction works is progressing smoothly on the new $1.18 billion water treatment plant at Onderneeming, in Region Two, to provide treated water to residents from Supenaam to Taymouth Manor along the Essequibo Coast. This water treatment plant is scheduled to be completed by year-end. Minister within the Ministry of Housing and Water, Susan Rodrigues made […]

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CDC monitoring flood situation in Regions Seven to Ten

The recent heavy rainfall in Regions Seven (Cuyuni-Mazaruni), Eight (Potaro-Siparuni), Nine (Upper Takutu-Upper Essequibo) and 10 (Upper Demerara-Berbice) have resulted in flooding, affecting approximately 30 households and 60 farmlands.  According to the Civil Defence Commission (CDC) Public Relations Officer, Patrice Wishart, the situation is being closely monitored.  As the waters slowly recede in most parts […]

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Guyana arms multi-trillion-dollar oil sector with most modern laws in WesternHemisphere – AG Nandlall

Special Feature by Kiana Wilburg Since assuming office in August 2020, the Guyana Government has embarked on an aggressive programme for legislative and regulatory reform. This approach has produced a modernised Petroleum Activities Law which the nation’s Attorney General, Hon. Anil Nandlall, SC hails as “the most modern expression” of its kind within the western […]

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Health Ministry honours blood donors for their lifesaving contributions

The Ministry of Health paid tribute to the several heroes who have made significant contributions to the nation’s blood transfusion efforts as part of commemorative activities planned for ‘World Blood Donor Day’. This day is celebrated under the theme “20 years of celebrating giving: Thank you, blood donors”. Minister of Health, Dr Frank Anthony, highlighted […]

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Gov’t to request US$66 million in supplementary funds to subsidise electricity

The government intends to submit a supplementary budget proposal of US$66 million to the National Assembly for approval. This allocation aims to mitigate the impact of rising fuel prices. Vice President, Dr Bharrat Jagdeo, while detailing the measures the government has implemented to cushion the rising cost of living so that Guyanese do not feel its full […]

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Health Ministry signs MOU for cervical cancer screening, eye-care programme

The Ministry of Health has signed several Memoranda of Understanding (MOU) with a number of healthcare providers to ramp up Cervical Cancer testing and promote eye care among the vulnerable. The ministry has partnered with the private sector to ensure that a wide cross-section of society benefits from these initiatives, which are set to roll […]

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Guyana positioned as a leader in health preparedness, ‘One Health’

A recent blog post has commended the Guyana government’s swift response to the COVID-19 pandemic, which prompted a journey of resilience and innovation, paving the way for long-term health security in the country. The blog, titled “Progressing in partnership: Guyana’s health preparedness win”, has recognised that Guyana is emerging as a regional leader in health […]

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Hackney, Friendship residents benefiting from $22.5M potable water wells

Residents of Hackney and Friendship along the Pomeroon River in Region Two are now benefitting from potable water after two wells totalling $22.5 million were commissioned in the area on Friday. The well at Friendship, which cost $12 million, is serving approximately 90 per cent of the community. Also, the community at Hackney is benefiting […]

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