His Excellency Dr Irfaan Ali told the Guyanese crew on board the Liza Unity that they are among the “trailblazers” responsible for setting the mark in the oil and gas industry. He said their jobs come with “a great responsibility; a responsibility to ensure that you do it right, that you learn it quickly and […]
Guyana sees the State of Roraima as a lucrative partner in the Caribbean Community’s (CARICOM) effort, which seeks to resolve the food security challenge thereby reducing the food import bill. President, Dr Irfaan Ali believes that the two states must be critically integrated within the production and logistic chain. The head of state made the […]
Foreign Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Robert Persaud recently facilitated discussions with officers of the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) on a number of issues engaging the ministry’s attention and the implications for national security. The foreign secretary also delivered a comprehensive presentation titled, ‘Globalisation and Strategic Alliances in the contemporary […]
Residents of Wakenaam, Region Three will soon have access to clean and reliable energy, with the installation of a 750-kilowatt solar-powered system. His Excellency, Dr Irfaan Ali said Monday noted that the installation of the $460 million (US$2.3 million) system will benefit over 3, 500 residents within the farming community. “This system will start within […]
With the Caribbean region moving towards the reduction of the high food import bill, the development of a comprehensive policy framework is critical to supporting ongoing investments. In actuality, the masterplan should set a clear path that will significantly assist local farmers, as well as the regional trade system. President, Dr Irfaan Ali highlighted the […]
His Excellency Dr Irfaan Ali told residents of Wakenaam that while the newly commissioned well at Noitgedacht will bring 24 hour access to water, the investment in the infrastructure will also lead to the economic prosperity of families. He stated at the commissioning of the new facility that in order to get Wakenaam and the […]
The distribution of government’s $100,000 ‘Special Needs Fund’ for children living with disabilities continued today in the Soesdyke, East Bank Demerara area. Parents and guardians who gathered at the Soesdyke Vishnu Mandir expressed great relief after uplifting the funds. One such parent was Cleopatra Fayley, who related, “I’m very happy about it. I must say […]
With the first Monkeypox case being confirmed in Guyana over the last 24 hours, protocols previously established by the Ministry of Health have now fallen into place. This assurance was given by Health Minister, Dr Frank Anthony during the COVID-19 update on Tuesday. The minister reiterated that there is no need for panic, explaining that […]
-Minister Edghill The PPP/C Government on Monday honoured its commitment to improve the livelihood of residents of Albouystown, who will soon benefit from $1.4 billion worth of community enhancement works. The works will be conducted through the Ministry of Public Works Urban Enhancement Projects for South Georgetown. Public Works Minister Bishop Juan Edghill during the […]
Residents benefitting from the Public Works Ministry’s South Georgetown Urban Enhancement Project have lauded the government for the timely development coming their community. The project, valued at approximately $1.4 billion, will see the development of the 1.8-kilometre Independence Boulevard, which stretches from Saffon Street to Cemetery Road, Georgetown. Speaking in an interview with the Department […]