The much-anticipated WE LIFT exhibition will be taken to all regions across Guyana to provide women entrepreneurs with a platform to showcase their businesses. This announcement comes one day before the grand opening of WE LIFT 5 set for Friday at the National Aquatic Centre in Liliendaal. WE LIFT, an acronym for ‘Women Empowering, Leading, […]
Public Works Minister Bishop Juan Edghill has assured residents of Charity that no government development initiative will put lives or livelihoods at risk, amid growing concerns over the construction of a new $880 million multi-purpose wharf. Speaking during a community engagement on Wednesday, Minister Edghill addressed concerns raised by 130 residents who petitioned to halt […]
The Government of Guyana has decided to waive fees for students writing the upcoming Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE). President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali announced the government’s decision in a live broadcast from State House on Thursday morning. “I will ensure that no child is compelled to limit the number of CSEC subjects they write […]
Residents of Ituni in Region Ten are now enjoying the tangible benefits of improved infrastructure following the completion of roadworks valued at $453.8 million. The community now boasts concrete roads, which significantly eliminated the dust issue that once affected the daily lives of persons residing there. Minister of Public Works Bishop Juan Edghill on Tuesday […]The government will commence one-off payments to senior citizens who have attained the age of 60 on or before December 31, 2024, but did not meet the minimum requirement for the National Insurance Scheme (NIS) pension. President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali made the announcement during a live broadcast at State House Thursday morning. He said […]
The Government of Guyana will cover the full cost of Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) examination fees this year for students sitting at least eight subjects. President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali made the announcement on Wednesday during an engagement with residents at the West Demerara Secondary School in Region Three. According to the Ministry of […]
Minister of Public Works Bishop Juan Edghill has issued a one-week ultimatum to two contractors responsible for concrete road works in Kwakwani, Region 10, warning that failure to complete the projects will result in the termination of their contracts. Speaking during a community engagement in Kwakwani on Tuesday, Minister Edghill expressed frustration over the delays, […]
Public consultations are ongoing in Guyana as the government moves to update the Sexual Offences Act, with proposed changes aimed at strengthening protections for victims and improving how cases of sexual violence are addressed. The Ministry of Human Services and Social Security is currently engaging stakeholders and inviting recommendations on the draft Sexual Offences (Amendment) […]
Guyana’s Attorney General has reiterated the government’s commitment to an “arm’s length, independent and impartial” investigation into the fatal police shootings of two Linden residents. Ronaldo Peters, 21, and Keon Fogenay, a father of four, were killed in separate incidents during recent protests in the town. Speaking during his Issues in the News programme, Attorney […]
The government has launched the first phase of infrastructure works at the Hauraruni housing development along the Soesdyke-Linden Highway, with an investment of approximately GY$1.5 billion. This phase includes the construction of roads and drainage systems to ensure accessible and flood-resilient housing. The project spans 150 acres and is expected to yield nearly 400 residential […]