Two daily newspapers prominently carried a letter penned by Dr. Kenrick Hunte. Dr. Hunte made reference to a statement by the President, HE Dr. Irfaan Ali, who stated last week that Guyana has made progress in improving life expectancy and maternal and infant mortalities. While conceding that this is welcome news, he clearly also questioned […]
Residents of Region Three are experiencing significant improvements in healthcare services as a result of major investments made by the government in the health sector. Regional Health Officer (RHO), Erica Forte, highlighted these advancements on a recent televised programme. Forte emphasised that the investments were directed towards expanding the region’s health infrastructure and enhancing existing […]
Guyana’s tourism and hospitality industry is rapidly expanding, opening up new opportunities for diversification. First Lady Arya Ali highlighted the potential in emerging tourism sectors such as education, sports, and health tourism. She noted these are exciting avenues for expanding and diversifying the country’s products. During the annual President’s Awards Dinner & Auction of the […]
As Guyana continues to position itself as the leading food exporter in the region, construction work for the regional food hub, along the Soesdyke-Linden Highway will soon commence, with an estimated cost of $625.2 million. Phase I of the facility commenced in 2023 for $187 million, while Phase II works are set to continue this […]
As part of the government’s drive to ensure engineers executing public works are held accountable, the Engineer’s Bill will soon be tabled in the National Assembly. Minister of Public Works, Bishop Juan Edghill, made the disclosure during a workshop at the Marriott Hotel in Kingston, Georgetown, on Thursday. “Very soon, I’ll be tabling in the […]
By Lorenda Cuffie The housing sector in the mining town of Linden, Region Ten, has seen exponential growth with a significant investment of $2.5 billion from 2021 to 2024, to expedite infrastructure works, construction of housing units and roads in Amelia’s Ward, Wisroc, and Plantation York. These developmental works have since paved the way for […]
The environment plays a crucial role in our wellbeing and as such Guyanese are urged to reaffirm their commitment to addressing environmental issues in the country. This was emphasised during Region Three’s Regional Democratic Council interfaith service and brunch held on Sunday to kick-start the week of activities for World Environment Day. Held in the […]
A total of 242 Amerindian, riverine, and remote villages in Guyana are currently undertaking transformative projects worth $4.7 billion, funded by carbon credits under the Low Carbon Development Strategy (LCDS) 2030. These initiatives span sectors such as tourism, agriculture, infrastructure, industrial arts and crafts, and income-generating ventures, all aimed at promoting sustainable livelihoods. During a […]
Today, the Men on Mission initiative handed over two newly constructed homes to two single mothers in Regions Three and Four. Bhagwattie Ghirao and Bibi Arjune, who have faced immense challenges, were the latest beneficiaries. In Mon Repos on the East Coast of Demerara, 64-year-old single parent and cancer survivor Bibi Arjun received the keys […]
The groundbreaking US$75.8 million East Bank of Demerara (EBD) road project from Good Success to Timehri is expected to be completed within the contract period. Minister of Public Works, Bishop Juan Edghill announced during an engagement with stakeholders on Friday. “We expect this project to finish on time within budget and that the citizens get […]