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President Ali Announces Tech Training Program for 2,500 Youths

President Irfaan Ali has unveiled an ambitious training program aimed at preparing 2,500 young individuals for high-paying tech jobs. This initiative is a significant step in the government’s broader strategy to enhance workforce diversity through innovation and technology. During the announcement, President Ali emphasized that the program will forge partnerships with industry giants like Microsoft […]

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Roadside Vending Impacting Foot Traffic in McKenzie Market, Say Vendors

Vendors at the McKenzie market in Linden have voiced their concerns about the negative impact of illegal vending and roadside vending on their businesses. During a recent cabinet outreach to Linden, Minister within the Office of the Prime Minister, Kwame McCoy, engaged with vendors in the McKenzie Market, as well as the surrounding areas, as […]

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Upgrades at Mahdia Fire Station Enhance Emergency Response Capability

The Mahdia Fire Station has received essential upgrades to bolster their response capabilities during fire emergencies. This revelation came during a visit by Commissioners of the Mahdia Fire Commission of Inquiry (COI) on Wednesday. The commissioners, while in Mahdia, inspected various key facilities including the fire station, secondary school dormitory, district hospital, and the trench […]

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Victory Valley Community Center to be Rebuilt: Commitment from Ministers during Cabinet Outreach

During a recent cabinet outreach in Region 10, Ministers Joseph Hamilton and Susan Rodrigues made a significant commitment to the residents of Victory Valley. The duo pledged to rebuild the Victory Valley Community Centre, which was tragically destroyed by fire in March 2019. Minister Hamilton, responsible for the Labour portfolio, emphasized the government’s dedication to […]

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Guyana Surpasses SDG Five Goal for Gender Equality, Affirms President Ali

Guyana has exceeded the 2030 Women and Gender Equality (SDG 5) targets, marking a significant milestone on the path to achieving comprehensive gender parity by 2050. President Dr. Irfaan Ali made this announcement during the commencement of the Ministerial Forum on Gender Equality and Empowerment. The accomplishment can be attributed to the government’s unwavering emphasis […]

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Over $4.1 Billion Allocated for 100 Road Contracts on East Bank Demerara

In a significant development for the region, over 100 road contracts valued at approximately $4.1 billion were officially signed for the East Bank of Demerara. This collaborative initiative involved the Ministries of Public Works, Local Government, and Regional Development. The impacted villages set to experience the benefits of improved roads include Eccles, Diamond, Grove, Covent […]

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Victory Valley Community Centre to be Rebuilt Following Cabinet Outreach

During last weekend’s cabinet outreach in Region 10, Minister of Labour Joseph Hamilton and Minister within the Ministry of Housing and Water Susan Rodrigues announced the government’s commitment to rebuild the Victory Valley Community Centre. The decision comes after a meeting with residents of the area, where a range of community concerns were addressed. The […]

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Concerns Arise Over Roadside Vending Impact on McKenzie Market Foot Traffic

Vendors at the McKenzie Market in Linden have voiced their concerns about the negative impact of illegal and roadside vending on foot traffic within the market premises. These sentiments were expressed during a recent cabinet outreach to Linden, where Minister within the Office of the Prime Minister, Kwame McCoy, engaged with citizens. During the walkabout […]

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AfriCaribbean Trade and Investment Forum 2023: A Remarkable Success

The AfriCaribbean Trade and Investment Forum 2023 (ACTIF 2023) has been hailed as a ‘resounding success’ by Guyana’s Finance Minister, Dr. Ashni Singh. The event, held at the Marriott Hotel, saw participation from over 1,500 attendees representing 33 different countries. During a closing press conference, Dr. Singh emphasized that the forum provided a significant opportunity […]

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35 Graduates Bolster Guyana’s Aviation Sector with Diverse Skillsets

Guyana’s aviation landscape is experiencing rapid growth, with 35 individuals recently graduating with certificates in various disciplines within the aviation sector. The graduation ceremony, held at the Air Navigation Services Control Tower in Timehri, marks a significant milestone for the Civil Aviation Training School, showcasing its enhanced capacity to empower professionals in the aviation industry. […]

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