By Travis Seymour Minister of Sport Charles Ramson Jr. has announced that the rehabilitation of the Cliff Anderson Sports Hall is expected to be completed by next month. Responding to a query from opposition member Nima Flu Bess, Minister Ramson Jr. stated that only a small portion of the project remains unfinished. The ongoing renovation […]
By Samuel Sukhnandan At the International Building Expo, President Irfaan Ali announced that the ambitious Silica City Project, located along the Linden/Soesdyke Highway, is on track for realization by 2030. The project, which aims to create Guyana’s first modern, climate-resilient urban center, will span 3,800 acres. President Ali emphasized that the development of Silica City […]
By Samuel Gillis The National Procurement and Tender Administration Board (NPTA) recently conducted a training session for private sector representatives in Region 2. Finance Minister Dr. Ashni Singh, who attended the event, emphasized the government’s commitment to improving the nation’s procurement system. During the training, Dr. Singh highlighted ongoing efforts to ensure good governance, accountability, […]
By Nakasia Logan Hundreds of Guyanese are set to benefit from the allocation of house lots and land titles at the 2024 International Building Expo, held at the National Stadium in Providence. Recipients expressed their gratitude for this significant milestone, sharing their joy at finally becoming landowners. Among the beneficiaries was Stanley Wills, who applied […]
By Fabiana Mcklmon The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) continues its efforts to enhance the quality of life for persons with disabilities worldwide, as highlighted by Dennis Francis, President of the UN General Assembly. Speaking on the program Disability and You, Francis stressed the organization’s ongoing work to address the needs of people with mental, […]
By Fabiana Mcklmon At the 2024 International Building Expo, the Ministry of Housing and Water outlined its ongoing efforts to empower Guyanese by expanding homeownership opportunities and preparing citizens to participate in the nation’s modern development. Ministers Collin Croal and Susan Rodrigues reviewed progress in the housing sector since the People’s Progressive Party (PPP) returned […]
By Tracey Liverpool The HERO medical team has concluded a week-long health outreach in Region Ten, providing essential services to hundreds of residents across several communities. The team visited eight medical centers, including Wisroc, One Mile, Vivian Parris, Letitia Holder, and Bamia health centers, as well as extending their services to outlying areas such as […]
By Tracey Liverpool August is recognized as National Breastfeeding Month, a time dedicated to highlighting the crucial benefits of breastfeeding for both infants and mothers. Breastfeeding offers vital nutrients and antibodies that boost newborns’ immune systems and foster healthy development. For mothers, it aids in quicker postpartum recovery and reduces the risk of certain cancers. […]
By Samuel Gillis The government continues its commitment to youth development and skills training with a recent initiative led by Finance Minister Dr. Ashni Singh in Region Two. During a recent visit to the Anna Regina Secondary School, Dr. Singh highlighted various training programs and scholarships available to local youth. Participants were informed about opportunities […]
By Kimberly Giddings As the government nears the end of its fourth year in office, several citizens have publicly acknowledged the positive impact of various programs and policies implemented during this period. George Gravesande, who had applied for a house lot in 1979 but subsequently migrated, recently received his long-awaited property upon returning to Guyana. […]