Minister of Health, Dr. Frank Anthony, M.P, said later this year, the Government will be launching a programme to treat persons suffering from Hepatitis C. Treatment is costly, as such this initiative will unburden persons requiring it. “Right now, we are in the process of launching a programme where all those persons who have been […]
With Guyana on the rise, the administration through the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport is taking steps to improve sport facilities across the country to host international events and boost local talent. Last year, the ministry identified several sport facilities to undergo construction, among them the Leonora track and field ground in Region Three. […]
─ news article “a gross misconception” says Minister Edghill Minister of Public Works Bishop, Bishop Juan Edghill, M.P, has made it clear that no repair is slated to be undertaken on the Cheddi Jagan International Airport (CJIA) as was reported in one of the daily newspapers. Minister Edghill said the article is “a gross misconception.” […]
─ $1B earmarked for road works in Region Two Phase one of the Lima Sands access road, Region Two should be wrapped up in a couple of weeks said Public Works Minister, Bishop Juan Edghill, M.P. The $147 million project which spans 900 metres began last November and has a May 2022 deadline. Minister Edghill […]
Minister of Natural Resources, Vickram Bharrat, M.P, said the Government will be facilitating training for individuals in the mining sector which will be piloted by the Guyana Geology and Mines Commission (GGMC), in collaboration with the private sector. The minister spoke of this development during a recent meeting with goldsmiths and jewellers at Duke Lodge. […]
Thirty newly-graduated persons hailing from several communities in Region One, are set to train over 3,000 residents in Information and Communications Technology (ICT). The participants graduated from the Office of the Prime Minister’s Industry and Innovation Unit’s ‘Train the Trainers’ workshop, which was conceptualised to promote computer literacy and prepare youths for the modern workforce, […]
The Ministry of Education has noted, with concern, a letter appearing in the Stabroek News of Saturday 19th March 2022, titled “Reportedly, the government has withdrawn funding from the Adult Education Association”. The writer, Mr. Elijah Bijay complains of the government’s intention to reduce the subvention to the Adult Association of Guyana. This complaint is […]
Guyana’s diversity is a reason for citizens to celebrate, and it is this diversity that makes the country unique, said Minister of Public Works, Bishop Juan Edghill, as he joined Guyanese in Region Two to celebrate Phagwah on Friday. Minister Edghill visited the Vishnu, Richmond Sarwattie, Eshwar Jyoti and the Sri Radha Krishna Mandirs, accompanied […]
His Excellency, Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali and First Lady Mrs. Arya Ali, along with Prime Minister, Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips M.P, on Friday, joined scores of Guyanese in celebrating Phagwah at the Georgetown Cricket Club. The Head of State said the festive occasion clearly demonstrates the true importance of life. “It is when we cherish […]
I extend greetings to all Guyanese, but especially to our Hindu community, on the joyous festival of Phagwah. This year’s observance finds our nation upbeat, confident and assured about its future. Phagwah reaffirms our common humanity. The zestful sprinkling of ‘abeer’ and the liberal smearing of ‘abrack’ symbolically erase social and economic distinctions. No wonder […]