By Saskia Warrick | November 5, 2024 President Dr. Irfaan Ali has called on contractors to expedite the construction of Guyana’s first maternal and pediatric hospital, located in Ogle, East Coast Demerara. During a site visit on Monday, the President expressed dissatisfaction with the pace of the project and warned contractors that failure to meet […]
By Delicia Janneire | November 5, 2024 The Eugene F. Correia International Airport at Ogle is set to undergo significant expansion as part of the government’s commitment to modernizing Guyana’s aviation sector. Minister of Public Works, Bishop Juan Edghill, made the announcement during the inaugural Caribbean Airlines flight to Suriname via the airport on Sunday. […]
By Saskia Warrick | November 4, 2024 Guyana is set to launch hemp cultivation in Region Six, with small farmers playing a pivotal role in the initiative. The Ministry of Agriculture has allocated over 30,000 acres of land in the region, which will be divided for hemp, corn, and sugarcane production. Vice President Dr. Bharrat […]
By Delicia Janneire, November 4, 2024 The aviation sector in Guyana continues to expand with the introduction of direct flights from the Eugene F. Correia International Airport at Ogle to Paramaribo, Suriname. This new service, operated by Caribbean Airlines, will significantly enhance regional connectivity and provide greater convenience for both Guyanese travelers and tourists. The […]
By Tracey Liverpool, November 1, 2024 Construction on the new Wismar-Mackenzie Bridge has entered Phase Two, with significant progress made on the preparatory work. The civil engineering team, led by Pavel Magin of China Railway Construction Caribbean (CRCC), has completed the access road to divert traffic, which will help ensure smoother movement around the construction […]
By Celestine ChaconNovember 1, 2024 Mahdia, Region 8, will soon see significant improvements in infrastructure with a major $300 million road upgrade initiative. This announcement was made by the Minister of Amerindian Affairs, Hon. Pauline Sukhai, during her recent visit to the Potaro-Siparuni region. The road upgrades are set to begin soon and will complement […]
By Josiah WilliamsOctober 29, 2024 For the first time, residents of Crabwood Creek and Moleson Creek in East Berbice Corentyne are enjoying access to electricity, thanks to the efforts of the Guyana Power and Light Inc. (GPL). This milestone fulfills a commitment made by President Irfaan Ali earlier this year during his engagement with communities […]
By Celestine ChaconOctober 29, 2024 The Men on Mission (MOM) initiative, launched by President Irfaan Ali in 2022, celebrated its second anniversary on Monday, underscoring its continued dedication to mentorship and support for vulnerable groups across Guyana. At its inception, President Ali emphasized MOM’s purpose of instilling responsibility, promoting positive role models, and fostering a […]
October 28, 2024 The hospitality sector in Guyana is set for a significant boost with the upcoming opening of the Courtyard Marriott Hotel, located near the Cheddi Jagan International Airport (CJIA) at Timehri. Slated for completion by early 2025, the 20-million-dollar project is expected to meet growing demand for accommodations in the area. President Dr. […]
October 26, 2024 More than 600 residents from Region 5 (West Coast Berbice) have received house lots through the Ministry of Housing and Water’s “Dream Realized” initiative, contributing to the government’s goal of distributing 50,000 house lots by 2025. These new allocations add to the 2,000 lots already distributed in the region and over 38,000 […]