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Jagdeo Asserts PPP’s Efforts to Address Cost of Living Concerns

October 20, 2024 General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP), Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, has reaffirmed the government’s dedication to alleviating the financial burdens faced by Guyanese citizens amid rising living costs. Speaking at a recent party press conference, Dr. Jagdeo dismissed claims from the opposition that the government is neglecting the impact of the […]

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Gov’t Makes Significant Strides in Reducing Poverty, Says Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo

October 20, 2024 The People’s Progressive Party (PPP) General Secretary, Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, has outlined significant advancements made by the government in its efforts to reduce poverty and improve the standard of living for citizens. He discussed the considerable strides made in addressing poverty and improving the quality of life for Guyanese. Referring to a […]

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Home Affairs Ministry Hosts Breast Cancer Awareness Health Fair

October 19, 2024 The Ministry of Home Affairs marked Breast Cancer Awareness Month with a Health Fair on Friday, emphasizing the crucial role of early detection and community support in combating breast cancer. The event, attended by community members and health professionals, featured health screenings and information booths aimed at raising awareness about the disease. […]

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Road Safety Month Activities: Promoting Awareness and Action

October 19, 2024 November marks Road Safety Month in Guyana, and a series of activities have been organized to raise awareness and promote responsible behavior on the roads. The Guyana Police Force (GPF), in collaboration with the Guyana National Road Safety Council (GNRSC) and various stakeholders, has developed an extensive program to engage the public. […]

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Mohamed Family Receives New Home Through Men on Mission Initiative

October 19, 2024 The Mohamed family was recently handed the keys to their new home as part of the Men on Mission (MoM) initiative, an effort aimed at supporting Guyanese citizens in need. The family expressed their deep gratitude towards the government, especially President Irfaan Ali, for the assistance that made the dream of homeownership […]

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Private Sector Commission Commends Government’s Cash Grant Initiative

October 18, 2024 The Private Sector Commission (PSC) has expressed strong support for the government’s efforts to promote inclusivity and transparency in its one-off cash grant initiative. The program, designed to provide $100,000 to approximately 600,000 citizens, aims to enhance financial equity and stimulate economic activity. According to the PSC, this initiative will have a […]

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74 Residents of Belle Vue Receive Spectacles Through Government Initiative

October 18, 2024 Seventy-four residents of Belle Vue, Region Three, were provided with spectacles on Thursday as part of the government’s ongoing Eye Testing and Spectacles Voucher program. The initiative, led by the Ministry of Human Services and Social Security, aims to improve the quality of life for vulnerable populations by addressing their vision needs. […]

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ProChant Hosts Job Fair in Linden, Boosting Youth Employment Opportunities

October 18, 2024 Hundreds of young people gathered at the Watooka Guest House in Linden for the first Job Fair hosted by ProChant Guyana, a Government of Guyana initiative. This event, part of a pilot project aimed at increasing youth employability, was supported by a $12.6 million government investment. Site Manager of ProChant Guyana, Candacy […]

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Action Invest Caribbean and Harmony Education Solutions Sign MOU to Enhance STEM Education in Guyana

October 16, 2024 Action Invest Caribbean Inc. and Harmony Education Solutions have formalized their collaboration with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) aimed at advancing STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education in Guyana. The partnership is focused on creating opportunities for engineering careers, addressing the growing demand for skilled professionals in the […]

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Traffic Chief Urges Road Safety Amid Rising Accident Rates

October 16, 2024 Traffic Chief, Senior Superintendent Mahendra Singh, is calling for renewed attention to road safety as accident rates continue to surge. In a recent interview, Singh expressed his concern over the increasing number of accidents, ranging from minor incidents to severe collisions. He highlighted the need for all road users to take responsibility […]

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