With significant investments being made across various sectors of the country, the Guyana Police Force is currently executing projects totalling over $700 million in Regions Six, Five, and Four. These capital projects aim to enhance facilities, equipment, and training opportunities for law enforcement personnel. The projects are progressing rapidly. In Region Six, construction is underway […]
The Lethem Regional Hospital in Region Nine (Upper Takutu-Upper Essequibo) is slated for a major upgrade, including brand-new operating theatres and an imaging suite. This initiative is in line with the government’s broader plan to enhance healthcare infrastructure nationwide. Minister of Health, Dr. Frank Anthony, disclosed this development on Wednesday during his visit to the […]
– Outlines proactive approach to sustained growth, demand As the Guyana Power and Light (GPL) company continues to grapple with multifaceted challenges resulting in electricity shortfalls, President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali announced that a power ship will soon arrive in Guyana’s shores, adding 35 megawatt of power to the national grid immediately. During a live […]
The Parika Stelling linkspan bridge is operational again following a successful $30 million repair project, announced Minister of Public Works, Bishop Juan Edghill during a site inspection on Friday. The linkspan, a crucial drawbridge for vehicles using the MV Sabanto ferry, sustained significant damage and required immediate attention. Minister Edghill highlighted that the remedial works […]
– urges teachers to continue to work with Gov’t Whilst the government is actively working to improve the working conditions for educators in Guyana, the governing Peoples Progressive Party/Civic has assured that the remuneration package for teachers will increase significantly in the future. These assurances were made by PPP General Secretary, Dr Bharrat Jagdeo, who […]
A total of 36 residents of Region Three on Friday received steel and cement vouchers from the government to aid in the construction of their homes. The distribution event took place at the compound of Guyana Water Incorporated (GWI) in Klein Pouderoyen, West Bank Demerara in Region Three. Those constructing homes valued at $6 million […]
The Ministry of Public Works is taking action to address residents’ complaints regarding the quality of the recently paved $96 million Naamryck Backdam Road in Parika, East Bank Essequibo. Following an inspection Friday morning, Minister of Public Works, Bishop Juan Edghill, directed the contractor, Extreme Construction Inc. to repave the road to meet ministry standards […]
The mortality, morbidity, and disability associated with cervical cancer are set to decline significantly among Guyanese women, with the introduction of a new 2024-2030 National Action Plan. The initiative for the elimination of the cancer was unveiled on Friday, at the Pegasus Corporate Suite in Kingston, Georgetown. The booklet, outlining strategies to achieve these ambitious […]
Guyanese sub-contractors and entrepreneurs have earned nearly US $1 billion from oil and gas companies since the passage of the Local Content Act in December of 2021. In 2022, some $440 million was earned by registered companies, while in 2023, there was an almost 20 per cent uptick in earnings, with companies ending the year […]
Guyana is on the brink of remarkable economic and social transformation, with the potential of billions of dollars in revenue generation. In line with this trajectory, the government has granted a Petroleum Production Licence to ExxonMobil, the operator of the Stabroek Block for the Whiptail Project. The Ministry of Natural Resources on Friday, April 12, […]