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High-tech security features for Mandela Avenue to Eccles highway -President Ali

The newly commissioned $2.6 billion Mandela Avenue to Eccles four-lane highway will be outfitted with high end security features within three weeks, to ensure order is maintained on the thoroughfare. The new motoring technology which matches international standards, will see errant road users being summoned to pay fines or even lose their licences. President, Dr. […]

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Minister Todd calls on religious leaders to promote ‘One Guyana’ concept

Religious leaders are being called upon to help government achieve the ‘One Guyana’ vision to create a united society. Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Hugh Todd, M.P, said as policy makers, government wants Guyana to achieve greatness, where its people could have wealth, prosperity and a peaceful environment. Minister Todd made those comments […]

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$2.6B Mandela to Eccles four-lane highway commissioned

His Excellency, Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali on Thursday evening, officially opened the $2.6 billion Mandela Avenue to Eccles highway, which he declared, is another undertaking accomplished by the PPP/C Administration to enrich the lives of Guyanese. The Head of State said it is the ‘believing attitude’ and ‘immense sacrifices’ of his government, that enabled the […]

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Health Minister urges mask wearing, vaccination for Easter celebrations

As citizens across the country prepare to celebrate the Easter holiday outdoors, Minister of Health, Dr. Frank Anthony, M.P is urging persons to ensure they take all precautions since the pandemic is not over. He said wearing a mask in crowded environments can prevent infection. He noted too, that getting vaccinated will prevent the severe […]

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National Assembly nominates Dunstan Barrow as director for  NRF  board

The National Assembly on Wednesday nominated Dunstan Barrow for the position of Director for the Board of Directors of the Natural Resource Fund (NRF). The recommendation for Director is provided for in the NRF Act 2021, which became law in December, 2021. The motion which was passed in the Assembly was moved by Minister of […]

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Following intense debates National Assembly passes motion to strengthen PAC

The National Assembly on Wednesday passed a motion to strengthen the inner workings of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) by making it mandatory for both sides to be present to form a quorum before decisions can be made. The motion which amended Standing Order 82, was brought by Minister of Parliamentary Affairs and Governance, Gail […]

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Close to $3B to enhance community roads in Region Six

About $3 billion will be expended to enhance over 1,000 community roads in the East Berbice-Corentyne Region, Minister of Local Government and Regional Development, Nigel Dharamlall, M.P., announced on Monday, during the Cabinet outreach in the region. He was accompanied by Minister of Home Affairs, Robeson Benn, M.P., along with a technical team, to meet […]

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PM wants more residents of Dagg Point to apply for GOAL scholarships

–Says Govt will provide internet connection Prime Minister, Brigadier (Ret’d), the Honourable Mark Phillips, on Tuesday, appealed to the residents of Dagg Point in Region Seven (Cuyuni-Mazaruni) to take advantage of the opportunity to advance their education through scholarships offered by the Guyana Online Academy of Learning (GOAL). He said that the Government was keen on Guyanese, […]

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