Residents and commuters in Kitty are beneficiaries of significant infrastructural development, as the Ministry of Public Works wraps up the rehabilitation of 13 vital roads in the area. The project valued at over $149M displays the government’s commitment and substantial investment in enhancing transportation arteries within the community. The initiative comes on the heels of […]
Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Hugh Todd on Tuesday pointed to the adverse effects of climate change on food security and peacekeeping operations. Speaking at the United Nations Security Council’s (UNSC) open debate on the impact of climate change and food insecurity on the maintenance of international peace and security, the minister highlighted […]
The government, the Guyana Tourism Authority, has launched its first tourism product for the year, boosting the economic potential of the sector to contribute to the country’s overall growth and development. As a direct result, patrons gathered for the launch of a unique pottery experience called ‘Journey through Pottery’ which will provide a unique tourist […]
Guyana is being built on the foundation of unity, as highlighted in budget 2024 which aims to implement interventions that benefit citizens nationwide. This was asserted by the Minister of Amerindian Affairs, Pauline Sukhai and the Minister within the Office of the Prime Minister with responsibility for Public Affairs, Kwame McCoy during engagements with […]
Minister of Labour, Joseph Hamilton on Monday reaffirmed government’s position of delivering on every commitment made to citizens. He was at the time delivering remarks to residents of as part of government’s nationwide community engagement geared at informing citizens of the many benefits of budget 2024 while addressing any concerns they might have. “All the commitments […]
– President Ali Teachers across the country will benefit from special rates for housing loans, as negotiations with several banks are underway to establish a mechanism offering low-interest rates to facilitate homeownership. This is according to President, Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali who made the announcement during an address to the nation on Sunday, highlighting numerous […]
In a proactive move to protect coastal and riverfront communities from the dangers of flooding and erosion, the government, through the Ministry of Public Works, has announced bids for crucial works on sea and river defence structures across six regions. The project, which is divided into 28 lots will see crucial construction and upgrades to […]
– brings massive benefits to residents Minister of Amerindian Affairs, Pauline Sukhai recently embarked on a four-day outreach in the mountainous Region Eight, where she commissioned several projects funded by the government through its Low Carbon Development Strategy (LCDS) 2030 initiative. One of the projects is the community shop at Maloca-Nova, 2which will serve as […]
The communities of Plot C Herstelling and Covent Garden along the East Bank Demerara are set to benefit from several multi-purpose recreational facilities with an investment totalling approximately $195 million. A $94 million facility will be constructed in Herstelling Plot C, while Covent Garden will see the development of another $101 million facility. These recreational […]
Situated at the bottom of Guyana, thousands of miles away from the capital city of Georgetown lies an Amerindian village called Masakenari (Gunns Village), Region Nine home to an indigenous tribe called the Wai Wais. Access to immediate healthcare services in emergencies is limited due to the remoteness of the village, thereby posing a risk […]