By Tracey Liverpool, December 7, 2024 Construction of the new Mackenzie-Wismar Bridge is progressing as planned, with the project team providing an update on its developments. Project Engineer Pavel Magin reported that work on a temporary bridge, which began in November, is underway. The temporary structure, which includes both a main bridge and a platform, […]
December 7, 2024 Guyana is advancing towards a renewable energy future with the commissioning of a 0.65-megawatt grid-forming solar photovoltaic farm in Mahdia, Region Eight. The $362.41 million project, funded by the Inter-American Development Bank, aims to provide sustainable energy, reduce costs, and lower carbon emissions. The solar farm is projected to save $80.5 million […]
December 6, 2024 Minister of Public Works, Juan Edghill, attended the signing of 94 road contracts worth a total of 1.2 billion dollars at the Watooka Guest House in Linden on Friday. The contracts are part of the Ministry of Public Works’ ongoing miscellaneous road program, aimed at improving infrastructure in the region. Minister Edghill […]
By Delicia Janneire | December 5, 2024 Guyana Water Incorporated (GWI) is currently carrying out emergency repairs on leaking pipes along Avenue of The Republic, with crews working in front of the Deeds and Commercial Registry. The work is expected to be completed within the next 24 hours. Executive Director of Operations at GWI, Jawaharlall […]
By Nakasia Logan | December 5, 2024 To ensure a smooth flow of traffic in Georgetown during the busy holiday season, the Guyana Police Force Traffic Department has rolled out a comprehensive management plan. This plan includes strategic placements of traffic ranks in key areas to reduce congestion and improve vehicle movement in the capital […]
By Josiah Williams | December 5, 2024 Guyana is positioning itself as a global tourism powerhouse, with significant investments being made to develop and diversify the country’s tourism and hospitality sector. Minister of Tourism, Industry, and Commerce, Oneidge Walrond, made this announcement at the Ministry’s end-of-year press conference on Wednesday. Minister Walrond highlighted that tourism […]
By Kimberly Giddings | December 4, 2024 In a bid to enhance the cleanliness of Georgetown, Mings Products and Services has donated ten garbage receptacles to the municipality. The donation was officially handed over to City Mayor, Alfred Mentore, during a brief ceremony held in the City Hall compound. Mayor Mentore expressed his appreciation for […]
By Celestine Chacon | December 4, 2024 Guyana has witnessed a significant rise in tourism in 2024, with approximately 300,000 visitors arriving between January and October, according to the Minister of Tourism, Industry, and Commerce, Oneidge Walrond. During the Ministry’s year-end press conference, Walrond announced that visitor arrivals have increased by 15% compared to the […]
By Nakasia Logan | December 3, 2024 Minister of Culture, Youth and Sport, Charles Ramson Jr., is calling for increased culture tourism at the community level, particularly in the Amerindian villages of Orealla and Siparuta in Region Six. During a recent visit to these riverine communities, the Minister engaged with residents on ways to boost […]
By Saskia Warrick | December 2, 2024 Significant improvements in farm-to-market access roads are set to enhance agricultural productivity and connectivity in Region Two, with a focus on supporting local farmers. This was confirmed by President Dr. Irfaan Ali during a visit to the region today. Addressing a meeting of farmers and residents in Anna […]