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822 community roads completed in Region Six since 2020 – Min. Edghill

The government has completed the construction of a total of 822 community roads in Region Six since 2020. Minister of Public Works, Bishop Juan Edghill made the disclosure during an engagement in Black Bush Polder, Region Six, on Saturday where he noted that the residents in the various communities continue to reap the benefits of […]

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New tourism products being developed in Region Nine

The government, through the Guyana Tourism Authority (GTA), is working to develop two brand-new tourism experiences in Region Nine as part of the objective of transforming Guyana into a premier tourism destination. The first tourism experience is related to pottery in the village of Toka in the North Rupununi district. To achieve this, the authority […]

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7,000 pre-school children already screened for health conditions – Min. Anthony

The Comprehensive Child and Young Health Programme (CYHP) which was launched two months ago, is moving briskly as 7,000 pre-school children have already been screened for health conditions. This is according to the Minister of Health, Dr. Frank Anthony as he answered questions posed by the Department of Public Information (DPI) Saturday last. Minister Anthony […]

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President Ali commissions recreational park at Corriverton, Region Six

President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali officially commissioned the Corriverton Entertainment Park on Friday evening in Region Six. The initiative, valued at $125 million is part of First Lady Mrs. Arya Ali’s National Beautification Project aimed at enhancing public spaces. The park features a parking lot, a designated play area for children, walkways, benches, and washroom […]

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‘We shall not fail’ – President Ali says revival of Rose Hall Estate a testament of a gov’t that builds

President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali has described the revival of the Rose Hall Sugar Estate as a testament to the stark contrast between a government that builds and one that destroys. On Saturday, President Ali toured the sugar factory located in East Berbice Corentyne (Region Six), which had been abruptly shut down by the former […]

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PM Phillips highlights vast economic potential of Region Six at Berbice Expo

In his keynote address at the 17th annual Berbice Expo and Trade Fair, Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips underscored the diverse resources of Region Six, emphasising its potential to develop into an economic powerhouse. Speaking to the gathering at the Rose Hall Estate Community Centre Ground, Prime Minister Phillips urged all stakeholders to promote […]

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Dental school being transformed into main reference centre for dentistry – Min. Anthony

The Cheddi Jagan Dental School located on Carmichael Street, Georgetown will be modernised as the Ministry of Health is seeking to transform the institution into a Reference Centre by integrating technology and increasing resources for improved services. With these investments, patients will experience enhanced dental treatment, care, and related operations. This was disclosed by Minister […]

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Guyana projected to continue leading regional growth

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has released its much-anticipated Regional Economic Outlook for Guyana in October 2023, and the findings paint an optimistic picture of the nation’s economic prospects. The report underscores and lauds Guyana’s steadfast commitment to fostering inclusive and sustainable growth, further solidifying the country’s standing as a key global economic player. The […]

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Guyana poised to continue outperforming other Caribbean countries in economic growth–IMF Regional Economic Outlook

Guyana is poised to continue outperforming its Caribbean counterparts in economic growth this year, proving that it is indeed one of the fastest-growing economies in the world.  This is according to a recently published report by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) titled Regional Economic Outlook.Guyana recorded the world’s highest real GDP growth in 2022 at […]

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