While focused interventions are underway in Linden, Region Ten to address severe flooding, the government has pledged ongoing support for affected residents. Earlier this week, Linden experienced approximately four and a half inches of rainfall, prompting immediate interventions. On Thursday, Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips, accompanied by Minister of Public Works, Bishop Juan Edghill, […]
The Guyana Water Incorporated (GWI) honoured 32 long-standing employees for their exemplary contributions towards thr development of the water sector. Additionally, 20 retirees were also honoured for their invaluable and outstanding contributions throughout the years. Minister of Housing and Water, Collin Croal expressed profound gratitude to the staff for their unwavering commitment in fulfilling the […]
-2,000 new contractors documented since 2020 Contrary to the racial rhetoric peddled by certain individuals regarding the award of contracts, the procurement landscape in Guyana has transformed dramatically with thousands of new, small contractors undertaking millions in infrastructural works for the government. This was highlighted by the General Secretary of the ruling People’s Progressive Party […]
President, Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has announced plans to develop 500 acres of land to expand cassava production for Mabaruma communities in Region One (Barima-Waini). The president made the announcement during a community meeting with residents of White Water and surrounding communities in the Mabaruma sub-district, as he continued his Region One outreach on Thursday. […]
To ensure that residents and visitors are guaranteed safety when travelling along the Moruca River, the government has made available $10 million to commence the cleaning and dredging the waterway. President, Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali made the announcement during a community engagement in the Amerindian village of Waramuri in the Moruca sub-district on Thursday. The […]
President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali outlined an ambitious vision for the agricultural sector of Region One (Barima-Waini) during a community outreach in the Amerindian village of Waramuri on Thursday, in which he highlighted the enormous potential of the region to contribute to Guyana’s food security. The government through the Ministry of Agriculture is making significant […]
The community of Santa Rosa, located in the Moruca sub-district, Region One, will soon begin large-scale citrus cultivation. President, Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali made the disclosure during a community meeting in Karaburi Village on Thursday. Residents of Haimaruni, Wallaba, Branch Road, Parakeese, Six Miles, and Santa Rosa were also present at this meeting. “I’ve asked […]
With the elections season drawing closer, General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP), Dr Bharrat Jagdeo said allegations of corruption levelled against the government is expected, however, the government is keen on strengthening the procurement framework to facilitate utmost transparency. Speaking with reporters on Thursday, Dr Jagdeo said the government is undertaking a thorough […]
A draft oil spill legislation will soon be released to the public for extensive consultations, according to General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP), Dr Bharrat Jagdeo. This highly anticipated legislative framework will set out the proposed procedures for oil spill preparation, planning and response as well as issues relating to liabilities and damages. […]The government will continue to monitor the flooding situation and provide the necessary interventions to flood-affected communities across the country as a result of the May/June rainy season. General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party, Dr Bharrat Jagdeo, revealed this during his weekly press conference at Freedom House. “Over the past week, we have had […]