Residents of Grove on the East Bank Demerara (EBD), applaud the recent transformation of 17 critical thoroughfares in their community following significant rehabilitation efforts by the Ministry of Public Works’ Special Project Unit (SPU). The upgrades have brought immense relief, addressing the challenges posed by the previously dilapidated roads. Expressing his satisfaction, resident Floyd Welcome […]
– Says consultations were conducted on several occasions with residents – Compensation to be provided based on properties’ market value Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs, Mohabir Anil Nandlall, SC, has refuted claims of unfair property acquisitions in Peter’s Hall, providing detailed information about the extensive consultation process and the compensation measures in place. […]
In a move to revolutionise its information management system for labour disputes, the Ministry of Labour launched its mobile application, Digital Complaints and Information Management System (DCIMS). The app allows the public to submit and track their complaints with the ministry. Developed by the National Data Management Authority (NDMA), the app aims to improve service […]
The Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs, Mohabir Anil Nandlall, SC, has called upon the opposition and other stakeholders to carefully review and provide feedback on the proposed amendments to the Sexual Offences Act of 2010. The draft document was released on May 27, with a 21-day window for receiving recommendations and proposals from […]
The remaining members of the Law Reform Commission and Constitutional Reform Commission (CRC) were on Tuesday sworn in with a mandate of taking a ‘forward-thinking’ approach to their work. President, Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali delivered the charge during the simple but significant ceremony at the Office of the President on Shiv Chanderpaul Drive. The […]
– Heavy rainfall, neglect of drainage system responsible for Linden flood as Multi-Agency help from central Government underway The Government of Guyana is deeply concerned about the severe flooding that has impacted the community of Linden, Region Ten. Let me assure residents directly impacted by the flood that we are fully committed to providing swift […]
Residents of Albouystown and other south Georgetown communities on Tuesday testified of the transformational impact that the government’s programmes have had on their livelihoods. These comments were made during a visit to the community by US Congressman, Jonathan Jackson where he interacted with the residents and inspected some of the community developmental projects. One of […]
The government has noted with much concern the incidences of flooding due to excessive rainfall across Region 10 and other hinterland regions which occurred overnight. We empathize with families who have suffered losses and wish to assure them and residents across the affected areas that technical teams have been dispatched to assess the situation in […]
The Caribbean Investment Forum (CIF) is set to catalyse economic growth in the Caribbean through sustainable investment. The third edition of the CIF will be held in Guyana from July 10-12 at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre. It will focus on Sustainable Agriculture, Green Economy Transition, Digitalisation of Business, and Sustainable Development. Deputy Executive Director, […]
The transformative US$190 million Linden to Mabura Road project is making significant progress with works 24 per cent completed. The critical road network is utilised by 50,000 Guyanese transporting goods from the coast into the inlying regions of Guyana. Therefore, recognising the difficulties that commuters face when manoeuvring the main dirt road, which usually puts […]