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Guyana to Install World-Class Scanners and Digitized Services at All Ports of Entry

By Saskia WarrickFebruary 10, 2025 Guyana’s ports of entry will soon undergo a major security and efficiency upgrade with the installation of world-class scanners and the introduction of fully digitized services. President Dr. Irfaan Ali announced that these advancements, set to be implemented by the end of the year, aim to enhance border security, streamline […]

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Guyana Accelerates Infrastructure Development to Boost Trade and Connectivity

By Saskia WarrickFebruary 10, 2025 As Guyana undergoes rapid infrastructure expansion, President Irfaan Ali has outlined several major projects aimed at enhancing trade, regional connectivity, and economic diversification. Speaking on the Energy Perspective Podcast, the President emphasized that the current progress marks only the beginning of a broader transformation plan for the country. A key […]

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Georgetown M&CC Plans Drive-Thru Market to Address Street Vending Issues

By Nakasia LoganFebruary 10, 2025 The Mayor and City Council (M&CC) of Georgetown is actively exploring the establishment of a drive-thru market between Orange Walk and Cummings Street as a structured solution to the persistent street vending challenges in the Robb Street area. City Mayor Alfred Mentore disclosed the plans during an exclusive interview with […]

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Linden Town Week 2025 Officially Launched Despite Internal Disputes

February 10, 2025 The Social Development Committee of the Linden Mayor and Town Council officially launched Linden Town Week (LTW) 2025 on Sunday evening at the Linden Theme Park. The annual celebration, set to take place from April 25 to May 6, will once again be held under the theme “We are One People, One […]

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Falmouth Residents Gain Access to Potable Water with New Supply System

February 10, 2025 Approximately 400 residents of Falmouth, a village along the Berbice River, now have access to potable water following the commissioning of a $22.5 million water supply system. The newly installed system includes a 100-meter potable water well, over 300 meters of pipeline, 55 service connections with standpipes, and solar panels to power […]

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$2.2B Roadworks Begin from Sussex Street to Mandela Avenue

By Delicia JanneireFebruary 10, 2025 Works have commenced on a new access road, starting from the government reserve in line with Sussex Street to Mandela Avenue. The project is being executed by the Ministry of Public Works. The upgrade of Cemetery Road and Independence Boulevard has resulted in increased traffic flow along Sussex Street, prompting […]

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2022 Census Data Analysis Nears Completion

By Celestine ChaconFebruary 10, 2025 The data analysis for Guyana’s 2022 National Population and Housing Census is in its final stages, according to Finance Minister Dr. Ashni Singh. The announcement was made during discussions on the recently concluded budget estimates, where opposition members inquired about the status of the census. The minister reported that the […]

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Linden Mayor and Town Council Approves $6 Million for Road Repairs

February 6, 2025 The Linden Mayor and Town Council has approved the commencement of road repairs along Sir David Rose Avenue, utilizing funds generated from the Kara Kara toll booth. This decision was made during the first statutory meeting of the council for 2025, held on February 5. At the meeting, the financial committee, led […]

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Rehabilitation of Linden/Soesdyke Highway Begins

By Delicia JanneireFebruary 6, 2025 The long-awaited rehabilitation of the Linden/Soesdyke Highway has officially commenced, marking the start of a US$161 million project. The project, awarded in August 2024, is being carried out by local company GuyAmerica Construction Inc. and Trinidad-based Namalco Construction Services Limited. Work began this week with the removal of the existing […]

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Industry/Plaisance NDC Receives New Excavator to Improve Drainage

By Kimberly Giddings | February 5, 2025 The Industry/Plaisance Neighborhood Democratic Council (NDC) has received a new mini excavator, which will play a crucial role in improving the community’s drainage system. The excavator was handed over by Minister of Agriculture, Zulfikar Mustapha, in a ceremony held on the East Coast of Demerara. This move is […]

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