Seven technical and vocational training programmes will soon be offered to Lindeners through the Board of Industrial Training (BIT), as the agency continues its drive to upskill Guyana’s human resources and prepare citizens for the oil and gas industry. Minister of Labour, Joseph Hamilton, M.P. on Monday led a skills training consultation conducted at the […]
Guyana is moving ahead with the procurement of the pediatric COVID-19 vaccines for children five to 11 years old, to boost their immunity and protect them against Covid-19. Minister of Health, Dr. Frank Anthony M.P., said the vaccine will be rolled out sometime within the coming month. “We are also expecting to get the pediatric […]
Vice President, Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo has slammed the APNU+AFC Opposition for spreading a “barrage of lies” to residents of Region 10 at the weekend. Opposition leader, Aubrey Norton along with a number of his party members held a walkthrough in the mining town on Saturday, handing out flyers with “misleading” narratives. During a media conference […]
– debunks claim that Guyana owes ExxonMobil Vice President, Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo during a press conference, today addressed several inaccuracies and misinformation being peddled in sections of the media as it relates to the oil and gas sector. Dr. Jagdeo debunked recent comments attributed to Tom Sanzillo, Director of Financial Analysis for the Institute […]
– Lauds Government of Barbados for “transformational” catchment pond His Excellency Dr Irfaan Ali emphasised that the building of new infrastructure leads to sustainability as he hailed the Prime Minister of the Republic of Barbados, the Honourable Mia Amor Mottley and her Government for launching the “transformative” Brown’s Catchment Pond project in St Philip, Barbados, […]
– Says collaborative effort will bolster Black Belly Sheep Initiative His Excellency Dr Irfaan Ali said that the growing relationship between Guyana and Barbados is aimed at ensuring that both countries prosper economically. This, the President added, is evident by the expanded Black Belly Sheep Initiative between the two countries that will see land in […]
His Excellency, Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali has condemned the unexplained absence of Opposition Leader Aubrey Norton, who was expected to meet with the Head of State today, for a second round of consultation. Dr. Ali said Norton has “demonstrated his immaturity” in dealing with important matters, when he failed to show up without explanation. The […]
Flood waters continue to recede in the Upper Takutu-Upper Essequibo (Region Nine), however efforts will now be focused on helping farmers, as several villages report severe damage to crops. Minister of Housing and Water Collin Croal and Regional Executive Officer (REO) Karl Singh led a team on a flood assessment of several communities in the […]
The Ministry of Health will begin the administration of a second COVID-19 booster shot to persons 18 years and older, which will ensure persons are better protected, as immunity gained from vaccines decreases six months after getting the jab. The booster roll-out is set to begin on June 1, Minister of Health, Dr. Frank Anthony […]
The MV Kanawan which services the Parika/Supenaam route will be placed in dry dock for five weeks from June 1, for maintenance. Minister of Public Works, Bishop Juan Edghill explained that the move is necessary to ensure the vessel remains serviceable. The MV Sabanto which also traverses the same route, will also go into dry […]