UNICEF Area Representative for Guyana and Suriname, Mr. Nicolas Pron, today donated computers and GIS devices to the CDC at their headquarters in Thomas Lands. The US Embassy’s Deputy Chief of Mission, Ms. Adrienne Galanek, was also present at the handover as the US Government was instrumental in ensuring that the tech items were acquired […]
−Venezuelan government’s referendum seen as diversionary tactic Vice President, Dr Bharrat Jagdeo, has described claims by Venezuela on Guyana’s territory, as well as that country’s attempts to invalidate the 1899 Arbitral Award as ‘bogus and invalid’. Addressing a large gathering in Anna Regina, Region Two on Sunday, the vice president assured that the government and the […]
The Private Sector Commission of Guyana stands alongside all of Guyana against any attempt to violate the integrity of our borders, and stands with and applauds the Government of Guyana in its steadfast pursuit of a peaceful and lasting resolution of the Venezuela controversy in adherence to international law, and in accord with the rulings […]The longstanding border controversy between Guyana and Venezuela emerged in the second half of the nineteenth century. Venezuela was at the time backed by the United States, in accordance with the ‘Monroe Doctrine,’ which asserted that if any European power attempted to interfere with any country in the Americas, this interference would be seen as […]
– Funded through Guyana’s carbon credit programme Villagers of Moco Moco, Central Rupununi, Region Nine, will now meet and host activities in a comfortable and spacious environment, following the commissioning of a meeting hall, which incorporates an indigenous benab and modern architecture, constructed by the villagers themselves. The project was supported by Guyana’s carbon credit […]
Eighty-seven households in Rockstone, Linden, received 160-watt solar panel systems from the government, as part of its strategic move towards bridging the gap in access to electricity across hinterland and riverine communities. Residents welcomed the initiative noting the impact the sustainable energy solution would have especially as it relates to the education of children there. […]
The Small Business Bureau (SBB) has successfully disbursed nearly $900 million through its grants and loan guarantee initiatives in 2023 to support and expand aspiring enterprises. SBB’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO, Mohamed Ibrahim made the announcement at a recent small business awards ceremony, as he outlined the successes of the semi-autonomous agency. “For this year, […]
The government has been making significant strides to enhance the lives of persons residing in the community of Rockstone in Linden, Region 10. Minister of Public Works, Bishop Juan Edghill underscored that the interventions made there are aligned with the government’s commitment to ensure that the same level of development taking place on the coast […]
– Another 424 Guyanese benefit from Public Service scholarships In a testament to its commitment to building a well-educated and qualified nation, the Government of Guyana continues to make significant investments in scholarship programmes for Guyanese students. This unwavering dedication was highlighted by Public Service Minister Sonia Parag during the orientation ceremony on Saturday for […]
-says opportunities are enormous President, Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has expressed intention to facilitate the training of 2,000 young Guyanese to take up jobs in the area of nearshoring, which holds tremendous potential. He was at the time addressing the gathering at the Guyana Oil and Gas Energy Chamber’s Annual Awards and Induction Ceremonial Dinner […]