Residents and farmers of Wakenaam Island, situated in Region Three, were briefed on the numerous initiatives outlined in the $1.146 trillion budget that will benefit them this year. This was conveyed by Minister of Agriculture, Zulfikar Mustapha during a community outreach at the Essequibo Islands Secondary School last Friday. He highlighted that the government has […]
The training instructors of the Guyana Police Force Academy have been urged to execute their roles effectively as mentors and educators, to cultivate a culture of continuous improvement and dedication among law enforcement officers. Minister of Home Affairs Robeson Benn; Commissioner of Police (ag) Clifton Hicken and Deputy Commissioner ‘Administration’ Calvin Brutus met with the […]
Approximately 361 residents from Kamana and Sand Hill in Region Eight, now have improved access to potable water, following the commissioning of two water supply systems totalling $84 million in the communities. The $48 million system in Kamana will serve about 232 residents, while the $36 million system in Sand Hill will provide first-time access […]
The Ministry of Labour’s Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Department has launched an investigation into a fatal accident which occurred around 18:40 hrs on Saturday February 10, at the Vreed-en-Hoop Shore Base construction site, Best Foreshore, Region Three (Essequibo Islands-West Demerara). The deceased has been identified as 36-year-old Health & Safety Helper, Mr. Rusbel Jesus […]
– Conducts community outreach in Bagotville, La Grange The task of progress, growth and development of a country is a collective responsibility that should be shared by all citizens. This was underscored by Minister within the Office of the Prime Minister with responsibility for Public Affairs, Kwame McCoy underscored, as he continued community engagements with […]
Building an inclusive future is at the core of the government’s development agenda. Its investments in infrastructure and social services go hand-in-hand with programmes aimed at protecting and supporting Guyana’s vulnerable groups. The 2024 budget showcases specific measures that empower these groups, fostering greater well-being and contributing to overall prosperity. Senior Minister in the Office […]
The government continues to fulfil its mandate of ensuring that the needs of the Guyanese population are met by constantly getting on the ground and directly engaging with the citizens. On Saturday, Minister within the Office of the Prime Minister with responsibility for Public Affairs, Kwame McCoy visited the villages of Kwakwani, Ituni, and Coomaka […]
Prime Minister, Brigadier (Ret’d), the Honourable Mark Phillips emphasised the critical importance of sustainable development and global cooperation, during his address at the 8th Global Business Summit 2024, hosted by The Times Group in New Delhi, India. The Prime Minister highlighted the pressing need for strategic planning amidst ongoing global disruptions while stressing the necessity […]
The Office of the First Lady, Arya Ali in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport hosted a networking forum on Friday at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre, bringing together local trailblazers with internationally renowned designer Kwaku Bediako, founder of Chocolate by Kwaku Bediako. The event, hosted under the theme, “The Continuum: Connecting […]
-As govt hold community engagement in Region Three Minister within the Ministry of Public Works, Deodat Indar on Saturday said budget 2024 has the potential to develop the lives of all Guyanese through a focus and targeted set of measures and policies. The minister was at the time addressing residents of La Jalousie, Wallers Delight […]