A total of 863 persons have been gainfully employed through the Ministry of Labour’s National Job Bank initiative within the past three years. Minister Joseph Hamilton told the Department of Public Information (DPI) on Thursday that this is part of the government’s efforts to ensure Guyanese are provided with employment opportunities through several interventions. […]
The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA), Guyana Chapter, stands in solidarity with the Government of Guyana in taking requisite actions to protect our sovereign territory. It is well documented that the matter surrounding the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela’s claims to the Essequibo region of Guyana was settled 125 years ago, by a Tribunal of Arbitration […]
─ says Guyana remains peaceful in addressing border controversy President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali on Thursday visited communities in Region One, assuring residents that Guyana remains committed to peacefully resolving the ongoing border controversy with Venezuela, while maintaining vigilance. “We are not taking anything for granted…That is why our overall strategy is nothing to be […]
With the Conference of Parties (COP28) set to commence next week in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), Guyana will be championing the cause for the establishment of market-based mechanisms to promote forest conservation. The COP is the decision-making arm of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. It is responsible for evaluating and monitoring […]Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo said the government is exploring all options including working with its allies to ensure the country plans for all eventualities. Speaking at a press conference at the Office of the President on Thursday, Dr Jagdeo firmly stated that Guyana will not bend to Venezuela’s intimidating tactics. Dr. Jagdeo pointed out […]
The government is working with media entities, in ensuring the dissemination of accurate information in relation to the Guyana/ Venezuela border controversy. In a further show of solidarity for the protection of Guyana’s territorial integrity, the government engaged editors from various media houses across the country. News editors were reminded that official information regarding the […]
– says Venezuela’s dispute is a threat to the peace and stability of the region Prime Minister, Brigadier (Ret’d), the Honourable Mark Phillips outlined Guyana’s steadfast commitment to “the peaceful settlement of disputes” and the need to uphold the principles of international law while emphasising the crucial role of regional cooperation in ensuring peace and […]
Guyana’s carbon credit programme is making a tremendous difference in hinterland communities, and this is evident with the recent procurement of a $13 million backhoe loader in Maikwak, North Pakaraimas District, Region Eight. Minister of Amerindian Affairs, Pauline Sukhai officially commissioned the heavy-duty machine on Tuesday, which will aid in the village’s road improvement efforts. […]
Some 21 small businesses received awards for their outstanding performance in different fields of business, as the Small Business Bureau (SBB) hosted its awards ceremony Tuesday evening at Parc Rayne, East Bank Public Road. Speaking at the ceremony, Communications Manager at the Ministry of Tourism, Industry and Commerce, Cordell McClure restated the government’s commitment to […]
In three years, over 300 households in the communities of Kariako, Kokerite, Warapoka, and Unity Grant in the Moruca sub-district, Region One, have tremendously benefitted from the injection of funds and the execution of programmes, aimed at driving developmental projects and enhancing the village economies. This was highlighted by Minister of Housing and Water, Collin […]