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Govt says teachers’ well-being remains a priority
The government, through its Minister of Education, Priya Manickchand, has reiterated its commitment to prioritising the well-being of teachers amidst ongoing conciliation talks with the Guyana Teacher Union (GTU) regarding salary negotiations. She reminded that the PPP/C government has a proven track record of delivering on its promises, and has committed to gradually enhancing the […]Govt’s loan write-off initiative marks major relief for students
In line with its manifesto pledge to provide free tertiary education by 2025, the government has announced the commencement of phase one of the loan write-off program for University of Guyana students. Over 13,000 Guyanese students are expected to benefit from $11 billion in student loan relief in this initial phase. Senior Minister in the […]Guyana building capacity to effectively respond to radiation exposure – Min. Anthony
Eighteen agencies are participating in a two-day simulation exercise to review emergency response procedures under the new Radiation Safety and Protection Law. The Minister of Health Dr Frank Anthony emphasised the importance of this exercise, noting the country’s previous lack of focus on radiation regulation. “We have not paid a lot of attention to regulating […]Campbellville secondary to get $90 million extension
The Campbellville Secondary School in Georgetown is set to undergo an extension to provide improved accommodation for students, at an estimated cost of $90 million Minister of Education, Priya Manickchand, announced on Tuesday during a press conference in Kingston, Georgetown. The minister was at the time responding to concerns regarding the school’s grade eight students […]Guyana, Jamaica eyeing stronger economic ties
Guyanese and Jamaican private sector interests have pledged to increase trade and investment activities in both countries. Foreign Secretary Robert Persaud today met with the Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce of Jamaica Aubyn Hill who is currently leading an Export and Investment mission in Guyana from 12th to 15th May 2024. Minister Hill is […]$963 M in contracts signed for police capital projects
The Ministry of Home Affairs has embarked on a significant transformation of the Guyana Police Force (GPF) infrastructure with the signing of contracts totalling $963,829,709 for capital projects. These projects, signed on Monday, encompass the construction and rehabilitation of police stations and wharves across Regions One, Three, Four, and Six. In Region One, the Imbotero […]15 differently-abled persons being trained in basic computer skills
Fifteen differently-abled persons are presently participating in a comprehensive computer skills training programme, as an integral component of the government’s strategy to promote inclusion and economic empowerment. Spearheaded by the Ministry of Human Services and Social Security’s Disability Unit, this initiative ignites participants’ interest in the digital sphere while paving the way for financial independence. […]Policing capabilities to be enhanced as GPF, NYPD signed MoU
Policing capabilities in the country are set to receive a significant boost following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Guyana Police Force (GPF) and the New York Police Department (NYPD) on Monday. The MoU was signed between Minister of Home Affairs Robeson Benn, US Ambassador to Guyana Nicole Theriot, and NYPD’s […]