By Saskia Warrick | February 4, 2025 The government is advancing plans for the establishment of the Guyana Law School, with land identified and feasibility studies in progress. The update was provided during the parliamentary scrutiny of the Ministry of Legal Affairs’ $1.6 billion budget approval. Seven acres of land have been earmarked at the […]
By Samuel SukhnandanFebruary 4, 2025 The government remains committed to ensuring that all eligible Guyanese receive the $100,000 cash grant, Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips reiterated on Monday. During the Parliamentary Committee of Supply’s examination of budget estimates and expenditures under the Office of the Prime Minister, PM Phillips defended the over $40 billion […]
By Marlena WillieFebruary 4, 2025 In observance of World Cancer Day 2025, two cancer survivors shared their personal journeys and emphasized the importance of early screenings and routine checkups to maintain overall health and well-being. The event, held by the Periwinkle Club at Muneshwers Limited, aimed to raise awareness about cancer and its impact on […]
By Kimberly GiddingsFebruary 4, 2025 Travellers arriving at or departing from Cheddi Jagan International Airport (CJIA) can now take advantage of electronic immigration forms, designed to reduce congestion and improve the overall passenger experience. The new system, known as the “Embarkation/Disembarkation” (E/D) form, allows passengers to conveniently fill out their forms online. By scanning QR […]
By Celestine Chacon| February 4, 2025 President Irfaan Ali has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to transparency and fairness in Guyana’s housing sector, emphasizing the strict regulations in place to prevent any misconduct in land allocations. During a live broadcast on Monday evening, Dr. Ali addressed the operations of the Central Housing and Planning Authority (CH&PA), […]
The Ministry of Education has reaffirmed its commitment to technical and vocational education and training (TVET) in response to criticism from Opposition MP Devin Sears, who accused the government of neglecting technical education programs. During a recent address, Sears raised concerns about the lack of accreditation for the Guyana Technical Education Examination, arguing that students […]
February 3, 2025 A single mother of three from Fort Ordinance, Berbice, is the latest beneficiary of the Men on Mission (MoM) initiative, receiving the keys to a newly constructed home on Sunday. The house was handed over by Minister of Agriculture, Zulfikar Mustapha, as part of the government’s ongoing efforts to provide improved living […]
By Celestine ChaconFebruary 1, 2025 Minister of Human Services and Social Security, Dr. Vindhya Persaud, has issued a strong call for citizens to report instances of domestic abuse in an effort to prevent further tragedies. Her appeal comes in the wake of the recent murders of three women in separate incidents linked to domestic violence. […]
By Celestine ChaconFebruary 1, 2025 Employees of the Demerara Harbour Bridge Corporation (DHBC) will not be left without jobs once the new Demerara River Bridge becomes operational. This assurance was given by Minister of Public Works, Bishop Juan Edghill, during the Parliamentary Committee of Supply’s review of the 2025 budget estimates on Friday. The matter […]
January 23, 2025 In a bid to continue empowering the Amerindian community, Budget 2025 allocates a significant $7.2 billion for Amerindian development, with key initiatives aimed at accelerating land titling, youth entrepreneurship, and education. Minister of Amerindian Affairs, Hon. Pauline Sukhai, highlighted the progress of several ongoing programs, particularly the Youth Entrepreneurship and Apprenticeship Programme. […]