In a firm stance against defaulting contractors, special units will soon be established within various ministries to evaluate the performance of all contractors executing government projects. Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs, Mohabir Anil Nandlall, SC said the memorandum was issued last weekend for the immediate establishment of these units, which will be empowered […]
The approach to addressing mental health and suicide issues in Guyana is set to transform, following the launch of the new National Mental Health Action Plan and National Suicide Prevention Plan on Tuesday. This plan, comprising new programs and policies, will be implemented within the country’s health system from 2024 to 2030, to achieve all […]
President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali emphasised the significant impact of Guyana’s climate adaptation efforts on the global stage, reaffirming the government’s commitment to achieving carbon neutrality. He made these remarks during an interview on Trinidad and Tobago’s Morning Brew. Given Guyana’s strategic location in the Amazon basin and its extensive forest coverage, the country plays […]
Guyana’s President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has explicitly asserted the sovereignty of the nation, emphasising its independence in both its domestic and foreign policies. During a broadcast live on Monday evening, President Ali dismissed Venezuela’s baseless allegations concerning oil exploration concessions held by oil giant ExxonMobil and other international investors. “The Government of Guyana under […]
With $1.7 billion in upgrades underway at the New Amsterdam Prison in Region Six, both inmates and staff will soon benefit from a modern environment, significantly contributing to the development of Guyana’s Prison Service. These upgrades will provide prisoners with improved living conditions and staff with a more conducive working environment. To manage the extensive […]
Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs, Senior Counsel Anil Nandlall, emphasised the government’s commitment to fostering a culture of transparency and believes that public scrutiny strengthens these efforts. During a recent interview with the Department of Public Information (DPI), he explained the government’s decision to appeal to the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) to […]
Residents of Kwakwani, located in Region Ten (Upper Demerara-Berbice), are benefitting from major infrastructural upgrades totalling $420.1 million. This investment aims to bolster connectivity and stimulate economic development in the mining and logging community. Substantial works have been completed in sections two and three of the village. R&M Mining Investment Project Inc. and DJ General […]
The Women Innovation and Investment Network (WIIN) is aiming to upskill 300 women in plumbing, carpentry, and electrical installation to address the existing gap in the labour market. Minister of Human Services and Social Security, Dr Vindhya Persaud said the initiative is piloted to push women to strive in unconventional domains. “We are looking at […]
To address the persistent issue of frequent power outages in the country, three additional generators will soon be installed at the Guyana Power and Light’s (GPL’s) sub-station in Columbia, East Coast Demerara. These generators are part of a US$27 million government-funded project to enhance the power company’s capacity. The project includes 17 generators and six […]
The Amerindian village of Kamarang in the Upper Mazaruni, Region Seven (Cuyuni-Mazaruni), is poised to welcome a new and modern state-of-the-art hospital. This hospital promises to revolutionise healthcare services for residents in this remote area. It will be offering testing, X-rays, CT scans, ultrasound and diagnostics services to residents within the Upper Mazaruni. Excitement and […]