The Ministry of Public Works’ technical and lab teams are conducting geotechnical modelling, to swiftly restore usage of the Providence access road also known as ‘Red Road’, East Bank Demerara, which recently caved in and suffered cracks due to the weight of the materials and stones that were housed nearby. Minister, Bishop Juan Edghill provided […]
Farmers of Mara and other communities along the East Bank of Berbice, Region Six now have access to approximately 10,000 acres of land to further ramp up agriculture productivity. Government intends to reintroduce the agriculture drive to include citrus crops and other fresh fruits and vegetables, while opening up more lands for rice cultivation. Last […]
The Government of Guyana is committed to safeguarding the nation’s interests and ensuring that the potential benefits of the Karouni Mining Site continue to contribute to the economic growth and development of Guyana. In light of Troy Resources Guyana Inc.’s failure to remedy its default concerning several matters, inclusive of the outstanding royalties, rental fees, […]The Low Carbon Development Strategy (LCDS) 2030 is a framework for achieving a more united, inclusive, sustainable and prosperous Guyana. It builds on past successes such as the Monitoring Verification and Reporting System (MRVS) which established one of the pillars of the initial low-carbon economy. Against this backdrop, the Ministry of Natural Resources would like […]
President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali engaged with the residents of Manchester, East Berbice-Corentyne (Region Six), where he announced that the area has benefitted from $985 million worth of significant investments, particularly in agriculture and infrastructure development. President Ali highlighted the successful implementation of 29 projects, with an investment exceeding $185 million. In addition, more than […]
The government has made major announcements for Baracara Village, Canje River, Region Six, which will continue to benefit from significant investments with the aim of revitalising agriculture in the community. President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali visited the village on Sunday where he was warmly greeted by residents who turned up in large numbers to welcome […]
His Excellency President Dr Irfaan Ali departed for Ottawa, Canada, this morning where he will join other CARICOM leaders for the first Canada-CARICOM Summit. The Summit, which is being held under the theme “Strategic Partners for a Resilient Future”, aims to strengthen bilateral cooperation between Canada and the Region. President Ali will join other regional […]
Against the backdrop of increasing food production, the government, through the ministries of agriculture and education, will soon establish an agriculture section in every school. This was announced on Monday by Minister of Agriculture, Zulfikar Mustapha during remarks at the World Food Day exhibition and plant distribution exercise at the Georgetown Cricket Club. Currently, Guyana […]
In light of the reduced rainfall and the possibility of water scarcity, the government has been proactive in addressing the potential challenges this may pose to agriculture. This was underscored by Minister of Agriculture, Zulfikar Mustapha on Monday at the World Food Day exhibition, open day, and plant distribution exercise at the Georgetown Cricket Club. […]
Minister of Public Works, Bishop Juan Edghill announced that infrastructural works on the western side of the Grove main access road are slated to be completed before peak hours on Monday. The minister made the announcement during a site inspection, where he also highlighted that the bulge is a result of the road not being […]