Small and medium-scale contractors will continue to enjoy opportunities from government projects, as the ruling People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) Administration will establish a special public works programme in the new term. This is according to Vice President and PPP’s General Secretary, Dr Bharrat Jagdeo when he spoke about his recent outreach to Linden, Region 10 […]
Addressing the United Nations Security Council’s Open Debate on ‘Poverty, Underdevelopment and Conflict,’ Guyana’s Foreign Affairs Minister Hugh Todd said that sustainable development in developing countries is impossible without peace and security, urging global leaders to recognise their inseparable link. Minister Todd emphasised that a stable and secure environment is critical for any kind of […]
General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP), Dr Bharrat Jagdeo has reaffirmed the PPP/C government’s unwavering commitment to fostering unity, national development, and inclusive progress for all citizens during a press briefing held Thursday at Freedom House, Robb Street, Georgetown. The statement follows Dr Jagdeo’s recent outreach to Region Ten, where hundreds of residents […]
Guyana surpassed regional expectations for agricultural production, achieving approximately 88% of production targets one year ahead of schedule. The evidence for this was spelt out in a detailed press release from the Ministry of Agriculture on Wednesday, describing it as an opportunity to “provide clarity and context on the policy measures, data trends, and production […]
As part of its ongoing drive to create equitable opportunities and build an inclusive economy, the Government of Guyana continues to invest in initiatives that uplift and empower its citizens, particularly women. One such initiative came to life on Tuesday with the official launch of a garment construction hub under the Women’s Innovation and Investment […]
The Ministry of Agriculture takes note of the editorial published on June 17, 2025, in Stabroek News, as well as the related article in Stabroek Business on May 30, 2025. Several points of interest were raised regarding the ongoing implementation of the regional “25 by 2025” food import reduction initiative. Specifically, they highlight the timeline […]
The tight-knit, sugar-backed community of Enmore on the East Coast of Demerara is poised for massive economic transformation as the government reviews dozens of proposals for industrial development in the area. President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali disclosed this information during his feature address at the 77th Commemoration of the Enmore Martyrs on Monday. “We already […]
The East Bank corridor, a key route for commercial and daily commuting, is undergoing changes to support the Diamond/Grove expansion project. This road sees more than 30,000 vehicles each day, making its maintenance and improvement a top government priority for safe and efficient travel. New traffic arrangements * Rerouting announcement: On Tuesday, officials announced […]
Some 40 exhibitors displayed their goods and services while providing numerous training opportunities for young people at a TVET Fair and Exposition held at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre on Tuesday. The event was hosted by the Ministry of Education under the theme ‘Empowering Youths, Elevating Skills: TVET as a catalyst for inclusion.’ On display […]
A new era of opportunity has begun for small contractors in Linden, Region Ten, who have used government fixed-rate road contracts to launch and expand their businesses. This has enabled some contractors to support their families, pursue education, and open retail shops and gymnasiums. Fixed-rate projects involve an agreed price set before work begins, a […]