United States of America’s Secretary of State, Antony J. Blinken will be on an Official Visit to Guyana on Thursday, July 6, 2023. According to the spokesperson for the State Department, Matthew Miller Secretary Blinken will meet with President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali, Foreign Minister, Hon. Hugh Todd and other key members of Cabinet and […]
Tons of meat obtained from various livestock are consumed daily in Guyana. At a time when pathogens are transmissible to humans, a modern Laboratory designated to the surveillance and diagnoses in the livestock industry is critical to protect the health of the country’s population from various diseases. Even more important is certification from a third […]
Several farmers have expressed their appreciation after receiving agriculture equipment and inputs to further expand their farming capacity, as the government continues to advance its food security efforts. The equipment included incubators, land tillers, pasture fencing materials, plucking machines, water pumps and fittings, farrowing crates, and single-barrel vacuum milking machines for cows. The handing-over exercise […]
A total of 25 persons from Bethany Village, Region Two, recently benefitted from a comprehensive training session by the Guyana Tourism Authority (GTA), which focused on delivering exceptional service standards. Led by GTA’s Training and Tourism Development Officer, Chetnauth Persaud, the initiative proved highly beneficial, as participants acquired valuable skills to enhance their contributions to […]
Some 6,000 farmers from across the Coast are set to benefit from US$3 million worth of inputs and technical assistance as part of the government’s efforts to boost Guyana’s agriculture sector. This will be made possible through the provision of specialised extension services, critical machinery, and planting materials that were procured through funding from the […]
Today scores of fisherfolk from across the country gathered at the Lusignan Community Centre Ground to celebrate National Fisherfolk Day 2023. This year, fisherfolk day was observed under the theme “One Ocean, One Planet, One Plate: Improving Aquatic Food Standards and Ocean Health”. While offering remarks at an exercise hosted by the Ministry of Agriculture’s […]
-Several roads assessed for rehabilitation Minister of Public Works, Bishop Juan Edghill on Thursday afternoon met with residents and vendors of Plaisance ‘Line Top’, East Coast Demerara (ECD), where he assured them that they will not be displaced when the expansion project for the Railway Embankment commences within the next few months. The visit is […]
–Condemns APNU+AFC obstructionist antics at Plaisance Government has appealed to Guyanese to understand that the country’s destiny will not be realised through violence and intimidation, but rather, through dialogue, respect for the rule of law, and democratic values. This is according to Minister within the Office of the Prime Minister, Hon. Kwame McCoy who condemned […]
Government has been implementing several key pieces of legislation to ensure the smooth functioning of the various sectors and the wellbeing of Guyanese. Added to these will be a new piece of legislation to address public health in Guyana. Minister of Health, Dr Frank Anthony, said the new legislation will replace outdated public health ordinances. […]
As New Amsterdam, Region Six continues to benefit from central government’s input, residents will soon experience relief from seasonal flooding, as another drainage pump is being installed in the town. Central New Amsterdam is prone to flooding during heavy rainfall. In this regard, Regional Chairman, David Armogan disclosed on Tuesday, during an interview with the […]