The incentives and policies laid out by the PPP/C Administration for the private sector have been boosting job creation and propelling economic development across Guyana. The government has been investing heavily in the sector, which it believes is a critical link in the chain of economic advancement. Businesses, in return, have been doing their part […]
The air was filled with excitement and anticipation as the ‘Welcome Vibes’ at the Cheddi Jagan International Airport kickstarted Cricket Carnival 2022. Arriving passengers were met with a festival of colours and vibrant energy as well as branded tokens and steel band music, to set the tone for the coming weeks. DPI spoke with a […]
Fisherfolk in Region Six on Friday began receiving the government’s $150,000 one- off grant. The exercise was led by Vice President Dr Bharrat Jagdeo at the Port Mourant Community Centre Ground and the Skeldon Community Centre Ground respectively. The distribution of the grant is the fulfilment of a commitment made by President, Dr Mohamed Ifraan […]
Excitement levels have increased among Guyanese ahead of the scheduled Cricket Carnival (CC) events, and the ongoing Caribbean Premier League (CPL) which is turning into a nail-biting event for cricket-loving fans. With Cricket Carnival set to commence on Friday, the Department of Public Information (DPI) spoke with several persons, who expressed excitement and elation over […]
The National Co-operative Union Limited (NCUL) under the authority of Derek Cummings spent more than $7 million in salaries and stipends, while only spending $114,000 on training. This was made public by Labour Minister, Joseph Hamilton, during an interview with the Department of Public Information. The revelations were made following Cummings’ attempt to defend the […]
– residents now have access to potable water Some 400 residents of Annai, North Rupununi, Region Nine (Upper Takutu-Upper Essequibo) are now receiving potable water for the first time, with the commissioning of a $26 million water distribution system. Housing and Water Minister, Collin Croal and Regional Chairman, Bryan Allicock attended the commissioning ceremony at […]
─ President Ali meets with US VP Harris His Excellency Dr Irfaan Ali on Thursday announced that Guyana and the rest of the Caribbean will benefit from US$28 million from the United States (US) government. The investment will support increased food production and agriculture development in the region. The president made the announcement following a […]
Georgetown, August 26, 2022: The Guyana Energy Agency (GEA), on August 20, 2022, installed a 3.42kWp Solar PV System along with a 21.6kWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) at the Chinese Landing Primary School in Region 1. The solar PV modules used for the installation were provided by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) to […]
As part of the government’s continued efforts to ensure food security, the Ministry of Agriculture through its Guyana Livestock Development Authority (GLDA) and the Agriculture Sector Development Unit (ASDU) today handed over a number of improved breeds of pigs to new and established swine farmers. A total of 20 pigs (17 females, 3 males) were […]
The Human Services and Social Security Ministry (MHSSS) on Thursday launched its Gender Gap in Education and Workforce Initiative, a $50 million programme geared at empowering women to embrace the labour force through education. The two-year programme is a collaboration between the ministry and US-based online education provider Coursera. Human Services and Social Security Minister, […]