The National Assembly on Wednesday approved $9.2B for the Tourism, Industry and Commerce sectors as the government will place more emphasis on the development of tourism, and small businesses this year. While continuing the examination of the estimates in the National Assembly, Minister of Tourism, Industry and Commerce Oneidge Walrond noted that some 60 persons […]
– as House approves $2B for GuySuCo’s capital contribution In an effort to further boost Guyana’s sugar productivity, the Rose Hall Sugar Estate is scheduled to commence grinding of sugarcanes by the end of next month. This was announced by Minister of Agriculture, Zulfikar Mustapha during the parliamentary committee of Supply at the National Assembly, […]
Minister of Agriculture, Zulfikar Mustapha has disclosed that Guyana will not renege on its decision for the black belly sheep programme to be rolled out shortly in Region Five. Already, Minister Mustapha highlighted that about 42 applicants from Region Five, alone, have already signalled their interest in being a part of the programme. He made […]
As the government continues to take advantage of the technology that is being developed every day, Guyana’s General Register Office, through the Ministry of Home Affairs, will soon be digitalising all types of certificates that are issued by the agency. Although the agency has already developed a database for certain documents, it is currently in […]
The Ministry of Education has stated that written approval is now mandatory for persons or organisations entering school buildings or compounds to engage learners in any discussions or conduct activities including the distribution of gifts. This is to guarantee the safety of minors while maintaining a secure, conducive environment and preventing disruption to the established […]
The Committee of supply late Tuesday evening approved $8.3 billion dollars budget for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation which will continue to play an integral role in developing Guyana’s foreign policy. This year, the ministry has planned a very active Public Relations programme that will this year engage residents on the Guyana […]
As the Committee of Supply of the National Assembly concluded its business late Tuesday evening, sums of monies were approved to undertake rehabilitation of the Amerindian Hostel located on Princes Street, Georgetown. Minister of Amerindian Affairs, Pauline Sukhai explained that the rehabilitation work would include replacing doors, improving washrooms and enhancing the overall condition of […]
For the next two years Guyana will serve on the United Nations Security Council. The Security Council is the principal organ of the United Nations responsible for the governance of the world security order, including the maintenance of international peace and security. Notably, Guyana is the first CARICOM country to have served on the Security […]
