The Guyana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) is gearing up for another audit by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) as part of ongoing efforts to ensure compliance with international standards. This audit follows a previous evaluation in 2020, where the GCAA received a commendable score of 76.9%, indicating improvements in various aspects of industry management. […]
President Dr. Irfaan Ali has reaffirmed his commitment to the government’s development model aimed at ensuring wealth creation for all citizens. In response to recent media reports challenging the impact of government policies on wealth creation, President Ali, in a statement on his social media page, rejected the narrative and emphasized that his administration has […]
A significant milestone was achieved as a $35 million US-dollar contract was formally signed for the construction of a new four-lane bridge connecting Wismar and Mackenzie in Linden. The contract was awarded to the China Railway Construction Corporation Limited (CRCC), and the signing ceremony took place at the project site. President Dr. Irfaan Ali, joined […]
The Ministry of Health in Guyana is actively addressing the challenges posed by diabetes, with a focus on improved management and prevention strategies. Health Minister Dr. Frank Anthony emphasized the ministry’s goal of delaying the onset of diabetes among pre-diabetic individuals. To achieve this, the ministry is implementing control strategies to effectively manage the condition […]
Public Works Minister Juan Edghill conducted a site visit to assess the progress of the construction of the new Demerara 4-lane High Span Bridge. During the visit, Minister Edghill commended the ongoing work, expressing satisfaction that the project is on schedule. The benchmark time for the commencement of concrete pouring is set for January 6th. […]
The Human Services Ministry in Guyana is actively promoting its Family Act Bill as part of its commitment to humanitarian justice values. Minister Dr. Vindhya Persaud has disclosed that the ministry is not only focused on national legislation but is also exploring avenues to extend its service boundaries internationally. With the Family Act Bill poised […]
The Housing and Water Ministry in Guyana is set to tackle the issue of squatting in certain areas, emphasizing the need for immediate attention. Minister Collin Croal, in a recent press conference, expressed concern about the situation in specific locations and outlined the ministry’s plans for regularization. Since 2020, the government, through the Central Housing […]
In 2023, Guyana experienced a notable decline in new HIV cases, according to a report from Minister of Health Dr. Frank Anthony. The minister stated that the country recorded 238 new HIV cases, signaling a positive trend. However, he highlighted that approximately 9,000 individuals in Guyana are living with HIV. Minister Anthony emphasized that out […]
At the Ministry of Labour’s end-of-year media briefing, it was announced that a significant achievement was made in 2023, with the recovery of $69 million for workers who had faced unpaid wages. Labour Minister Joseph Hamilton disclosed that the ministry received a total of 912 complaints from employees during the year, successfully resolving approximately 85% […]
In a recent update, the Ministry of Housing and Water revealed its substantial investments in the water sector, with ambitious goals for expanded coverage across Guyana. The primary objectives include reaching 90% coverage on the coast and achieving 100% coverage in the hinterland regions by the year 2025. Over the past three years, the government […]