─ Says better management needed for key infrastructures across Georgetown President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has announced that the cabinet has initiated discussions to determine the management and maintenance of key infrastructural assets within the city, as concerns over technical incompetence persist within the Mayor and City Council (M&CC). The president’s statements follow an unfortunate […]
The community of Sophia in Georgetown will soon undergo a rapid transformation and facelift as the government has awarded a total of $1.06 billion in contracts to undertake critical projects that are vital to residents’ well-being. This is in keeping with the Peoples Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) Government’s commitment to improving the livelihoods of all Guyanese […]
– affirms Guyana’s transformative agenda of leaving ‘no one behind’ Minister of Labour, Joseph Hamilton has reiterated his country’s dedication to its transformative development agenda that seeks to cultivate a workforce that is diverse, highly skilled, and competitive enough to meet the demands of a rapidly changing global economy. Minister Hamilton was at the time […]
Residents of the Better HopeLa Bonne Intention (LBI) Neighbourhood Democratic Council (NDC) are reaping the benefits of improved infrastructure, as the government injected billions of dollars to improve facilities along the East Coast corridor. Significant progress has been made on the construction of 18 roads to the tune of over $537 million, with approximately 90 […]
Although progress has been made globally in advancing the rights of Indigenous Peoples, many challenges remain. To this end, Minister of Amerindian Affairs, Pauline Sukhai, on behalf of the Group of Latin American and Caribbean States (GRULAC) called on countries to renew their commitments to protect the rights of Indigenous peoples. The minister made the […]
In response to the collapse of the Stabroek Market Wharf earlier Wednesday, the government swiftly took action to address the significant injuries sustained by individuals. Following the incident, it was confirmed that five persons were injured and are currently receiving immediate medical attention. Reports indicate that the dilapidated infrastructure collapsed at approximately 10:15 hrs. Minister […]
– Min Sukhai tells 23rd Session of the Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues Minister of Amerindian Affairs, Pauline Sukhai has affirmed the Caribbean Community’s (CARICOM) commitment to empowering indigenous youths as key stakeholders and partners in advocating for their rights, cultures, and aspirations. Minister Sukhai was at the time delivering remarks on behalf of the […]
– Minister Pauline Sukhai tells UN Permanent Forum Guyana’s Indigenous peoples (Amerindians) are enjoying the same fundamental rights and freedoms as all Guyanese and the government has reaffirmed its commitment to the further advancement of their privileges. Minister of Amerindian Affairs, Pauline Sukhai, reiterated the commitment when she addressed the 23rd Session of the United […]
Over 100 households in Oronoque, in the Matarkai sub-district, Region One will soon benefit from a newly constructed $30 million well, providing potable water to over 100 households. This project is on track for completion by the end of April this year. Contractor, Morris Jeffrey handled the drilling of the well, while the distribution system […]
The township of Bartica and surrounding communities in Region Seven are currently undergoing significant road infrastructure developments totalling $1.4 billion. These infrastructural upgrades are vital to miners and residents, given Bartica’s pivotal role as one of the gateways to the hinterland. Executed under the Ministry of Public Works’ Hinterland Roads Programme, the upgrades aim to […]