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President Ali announces second ferry for Essequibo by September

A second ferry will begin servicing the Parika to Supenaam Essequibo route by September, President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali announced on Saturday. President Ali made the announcement while addressing thousands of people attending the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) mega concert at the Anna Regina car park. The contract for the new ferry has already been […]

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A record four stadiums on schedule for opening in 2025; fifth to be opened in 2026

– Each of the 4 stadiums to cost less than D’Urban Park project – All within budget The President Irfaan Ali-led PPP/C Government in its mission to rapidly develop Guyana decided as part of an integrated and comprehensive vision that it would build and/or complete five (5) stadiums, a record for any country in the […]

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Government’s interventions benefitting public, private schools

The government’s substantial investments in the education sector, along with its initiatives and policies, have benefitted students from both public and private schools. Upon its return to office in 2020, the PPP/C government restored and substantially increased the “Because We Care” cash grant, benefitting thousands of students nationwide. Notably, in 2021, students from the private […]

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Farmers to benefit from drainage works at Canal Number Two

Farmers from the Conservancy Dam at Canal Number Two in Region Three will soon benefit from drainage improvements, which will improve irrigation and boost agricultural production. Planting materials and fertilisers will also be provided to approximately 40 farmers residing in the area. Minister of Agriculture Zulfikar Mustapha made the commitment on Saturday during a meeting […]

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While others promise, the PPP is already delivering – President Ali

As the election season heats up, President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has drawn a sharp contrast between the People’s Progressive Party Civic (PPP/C) and its political rivals, declaring that while others are busy campaigning on promises, the government is already delivering transformative development across Guyana. Speaking at a fundraising event held at the Arthur Chung […]

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Guyana to expand global tourism footprint with medical, sport, eco-tourism – President Ali

Guyana will no longer be the “best kept secret” of South America, according to President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali. Speaking at the commissioning of the King’s Hotel and Residences in Georgetown on Friday, President Ali said the nation is now poised to emerge as a dynamic new frontier for global tourism. He stated that Guyana […]

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Ruby Squatters Engaged on Relocation Efforts

Informal settlers at Ruby Backdam, East Bank Essequibo, are being actively engaged as part of the Government of Guyana’s ongoing efforts to transition them into safer, more sustainable housing through its structured relocation and resettlement programme. Minister of Housing and Water, Hon. Collin D Croal, and Minister within the Ministry of Public Works, Hon. Deodat […]

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World-class museum to be built in Georgetown as part of comprehensive city redevelopment plan

– President Ali announces A world-class national museum will be built in the Capital City of Georgetown to celebrate Guyana’s cultural heritage, President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali announced on Friday. Speaking at the commissioning of the King’s Hotel and Residences on Water and Quamina Street, President Ali said the undertaking will be part of a […]

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An Empowered Nation: 68 more persons Graduate from BIT

In a world where women are often encouraged to avoid physically demanding careers, 24-year-old Donelli Goddette is redefining what is possible. Goddette, a recent graduate of the Board of Industrial Training (BIT) programme at the Buxton Practical Instruction Centre, recently completed an intensive Electrical Installation course and topped her class. Out of a group of […]

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‘Our plans are not out-sourced’ – VP Jagdeo says as he outlines plans for a digital-driven economy

– With digital financial reforms, hinterland residents could open bank accounts – Tech Park on the horizon In the next five years, Guyana will be transformed into an advanced digital economy with data centres and innovation hubs. The government services will be integrated into a digital platform. This will allow Guyanese, including those in the […]

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