President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has assured the public that the government is committed to addressing the issues plaguing the Guyana Power and Light (GPL), especially in light of the recent power outages experienced nationwide. “We are not shying away from the problem; we have to confront this issue… we are going to fix it,” […]
Several coast guard and law enforcement officers are set to receive advanced training in enhancing port surveys and shoreline security, following the opening of a port security seminar on Monday. The five-day session, which is a collaboration between the Maritime Administration (MARAD) and DIRECTEMAR Chile, is being held at the Coast Guard Training Centre in […]
─ Amerindian Heritage Month officially ends The Amerindian Heritage Month festivities came to an end Monday morning, following the highly anticipated football match, which saw the team representing Paruima, Region Seven, emerging victorious in the male category. The games which were held at the Everest Cricket Ground, Georgetown, also saw the GT Kanaimas retaining their […]
Guyana’s agricultural sector is undergoing substantial transformation as a result of the diversification efforts and investments being made to maintain food security. Minister, Zulfikar Mustapha on Monday, while highlighting this significant milestone, noted that the country is now experiencing unprecedented growth in the livestock sector as well as in traditional crops including rice, sugar, fruits and […]
The government is in the process of finalising funding to establish the Hope Canal as a water reservoir, providing a sustainable water source for the East Coast of Demerara (ECD). This is according to Minister of Housing and Water, Collin Croal, who stated that the feasibility study for the Hope Canal has already been completed, […]
Amidst Guyana’s booming economy and boosted housing sector, the Condominium Act of 2022 makes provisions for the building of condominiums to provide a structured policy framework to guide ownership and management. Deputy Solicitor General Debra Kumar, Attorney General’s Chambers, along with State Counsel Pierre Squires, on Saturday’s edition of ‘Simplifying the Law’, explored the tenets […]
As Fire Prevention Month commences, Minister of Home Affairs Robeson Benn has emphasised the need for introspection and decisive action concerning fire prevention. Minister Benn conveyed these sentiments while speaking with reporters on the sidelines of the 49th Fire Prevention Religious Service, at the Guyana Fire Service headquarters, Homestretch Avenue, Georgetown, on Sunday. The minister […]
Residents and farmers of Bath/Referendum, West Coast Berbice, will soon benefit from the availability of pastures to further promote cattle rearing there. This was announced by Minister of Agriculture, Zulfikar Mustapha during a farmers’ meeting hosted at Teekharam’s residence, Bath/Referendum on Saturday. The minister was joined by Minister of Public Service, Sonia Parag, Regional Vice […]
-Blasts former APNU+AFC administration for lack of investment in energy sector The government, according to Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, will soon be implementing a policy that will see companies that consume large amounts of electricity being taxed, particularly during peak hours. Dr. Jagdeo made the announcement on Friday at the opening of the West […]
For the first time, farmers and youths of Region Five will now benefit from improved access to sustainable, best farming and integrated agriculture practices, with the commissioning of the research and demonstration model farm at Fort Wellington, West Coast Demerara. The model farm will further support the Ministry of Agriculture’s research and extension system. This […]