General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP), Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, has addressed a misconception in relation to the Natural Resources Fund (NRF), perpetuated by Opposition Leader, Aubrey Norton. During a press conference at Freedom House on Thursday, the general secretary clarified that the investment committee overlooks the investment of sums that remain in the […]

President, Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali has reassured teachers that the government is diligently working on a comprehensive package aimed at enhancing their quality of life. The president was speaking during a visit to the Beterverwagting Secondary School, East Coast Demerara, on Thursday, where he engaged with teachers and students. “It’s not only about salary, it’s […]

The government is committed to exploring financial and other support for Essequibo farmers, President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali said on Thursday during a meeting in Region Two (Pomeroon- Supenaam). During the president’s visit, he addressed a number of concerns of farmers and other residents along the Essequibo Coast. He was accompanied by Minister of Agriculture […]

Minister of Health, Dr. Frank Anthony said he is pleased with the recent announcement by the World Health Organisation (WHO) that COVID-19 is no longer a public health emergency, however, he noted that vigilance and precautions are necessary to guard against a repeat of a pandemic. Speaking with the Department of Public Information (DPI) on […]

President, Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali announced on Thursday that 550 farmers in the Pomeroon River, Region Two, will soon benefit from the provision of elevated beds and two mini excavators. The announcement was made during a meeting with residents and farmers in Marlborough Village. President Ali indicated the provision of elevated beds and excavators is […]

Minister of Public Works, Bishop Juan Edghill has assured that works on the Eteringbang airstrip in Region Seven (Cuyuni-Mazaruni) are advancing. Providing an update on Tuesday, the minister said the government recognises the importance of the airstrip and is working diligently to deliver the project to the people. “Eteringbang is in a strategic location, and […]

The Ministry of Health on Thursday received 33 laptops from the United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF), even as Guyana continues to move away from traditional paper-based data collection methods in all sectors. The systems will aid in improving the ministry’s management of vaccination data as well as identify areas that are lacking immunisation, […]

The EPA has observed much speculation in the public domain on the ruling of the High Court handed down on May 3, 2023. We wish to emphasise that we take our mandate and responsibility seriously and have at all times discharged our statutory functions without fear or favour. We at all times make decisions informed […]

The National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA) Bill of 2023 was Wednesday evening sent to a parliamentary special select committee for careful review to ensure its content is fully comprehensible to all parties it concerns. In a recent statement posted to his Facebook page, President, Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali said he had instructed Minister of […]

Guyanese can share photos of their local travel experience and win prizes this Independence. The Ministry of Tourism, Industry and Commerce wants to showcase the photography skills of local travellers, as they partake in the different tour experiences the country has to offer, through its ‘Snap n Share 57’ contest. The competition started in 2021 […]