In a concerted effort to enhance urban recreational spaces and promote inclusivity, the Protected Areas Commission has unveiled the Woofington Dog Park and pet play area within the National Park, Georgetown. This vibrant and secure enclave welcomes pets and their devoted owners, providing a delightful haven for leisure and social interaction. Commissioner Jason Fraser of […]
…Lot Three Underway The Guyana Water Incorporated (GWI) has embarked on the third phase of its Main Street Transmission Replacement Project, a significant step towards enhancing water infrastructure in the region. Marlon Daniels, Director of Projects, provided exclusive insights to NCN News, shedding light on the extensive scope of the project. The endeavor primarily focuses […]
The newly commissioned De Willem Secondary School is set to welcome 127 students from the Saraswat Primary Top. Minister of Education, Priya Manickchand, highlighted that this addition will significantly increase the region’s capacity to accommodate students. During the commissioning, Minister Manickchand emphasized that the new school, originally intended as an extension, will now operate as […]
The construction of the Bamia/Amelia’s Ward Primary School, overseen by the Ministry of Local Government, has experienced notable setbacks attributed to labor and material shortages. As a consequence, the project, located in Linden, has fallen several months behind the initial schedule. To address this, efforts have been redoubled at the construction site, aiming to meet […]
The Government of Guyana has allocated over 196 million dollars for the acquisition of digital X-ray machines in three hospitals within Region Six. These modern machines were officially commissioned on Thursday. Rotan Abrams has the details. The newly installed digital X-ray machines are now operational at the Mibicuri, Port Mourant, and New Amsterdam Hospitals. These […]
The Guyanese Government has successfully secured funding from the Inter-American Development Bank and Islamic Development Bank to initiate significant rehabilitation efforts along the East Bank corridor and Soesdyke Linden Highway. With the ongoing construction activities in Guyana, the East Bank corridor has been experiencing substantial traffic and infrastructural challenges due to the high volume of […]
In a significant development for Albouystown, sixteen contracts totaling more than 182 million Guyanese dollars were formally signed today, marking the commencement of the second phase of the community enhancement initiative. The project is poised to bring substantial improvements to Independence Boulevard and its adjoining areas, with the construction of critical streets including Victoria Street, […]
Kallco Guyana Inc. has taken steps to expedite the Conversation Tree to Dennis Street Road project. The company has hired local contractors to ensure multiple aspects of the project progress simultaneously, in an effort to meet the revised deadline of November 5, 2023. Minister of Public Works, Juan Edghill, previously expressed concerns about the project’s […]
The government has proactively engaged businesses operating near the Cheddi Jagan International Airport (CJIA) before undertaking the painting of the airport’s façade. This initiative aims to enhance the aesthetic appeal of the area and create an attractive retail space, transforming it from its previous state. Minister of Public Works, Juan Edghill, emphasized that this development […]
President Irfaan Ali has revealed that his administration is set to embark on a series of major infrastructural projects over the next three to four years. While Guyana is presently experiencing significant economic and infrastructural growth, President Irfaan Ali emphasizes that these efforts are aimed at addressing the immediate needs of the nation. Looking ahead, […]