By Fabiana McklmonSeptember 27, 2024 Residents of Wakenaam, Region Three, recently participated in a community outreach initiative organized by the Ministry of Human Services and Social Security. This event provided valuable information about the range of services available to the public at no cost. The outreach highlighted various programs, including those aimed at supporting individuals […]
By Fabiana McklmonSeptember 27, 2024 The highly anticipated Cricket Carnival Regional Food Festival is set to commence on Wednesday, October 2, and will run through October 6. This five-day event will take place along Main Street in Georgetown, offering a vibrant platform for food enthusiasts to explore a variety of delectable dishes. The festival will […]
By Tracey Liverpool A meeting was convened to address the underperformance of workers involved in the Community Infrastructure Improvement Project (CIIP) in Region Ten. Ministers Juan Edghill and Sonia Parag proposed solutions to enhance their effectiveness. The discussion took place following significant flooding in several Linden communities, which highlighted the shortcomings of enhancement workers. Minister […]
By Reycia Nedd Minister of Public Works, Juan Edghill, expressed optimism about the rapid development in Region Ten following a recent walk-through of the mining town. He highlighted that 143 community roads are scheduled for rehabilitation in the region, building on last year’s progress. Residents along the Berbice River can also expect improvements to all […]
By Nakasia Logan | September 26, 2024 The government is making notable strides in Region Five, targeting full access to treated water by the end of 2024. During a recent visit, Susan Rodrigues, the Minister within the Ministry of Housing and Water, outlined the government’s plans for this initiative. Key to this effort is the […]
By Kimberly Giddings | September 26, 2024 Guyanese musician Matussala Mannings, founder of Reggae Kingdom, is set to host a concert titled “September to Remember: King Mandela and Friends,” dedicated to celebrating and promoting local talent. Established two years ago, the concert aims to showcase both emerging and established Guyanese artists while highlighting Mannings’ own […]
By Kimberly Giddings | September 26, 2024 On Wednesday, Guyana Water Incorporated (GWI) awarded 32 bursaries, amounting to a total of $1.4 million, to the children of its employees. This marks the fifth bursary award ceremony hosted by GWI, celebrating the achievements of students who excelled in this year’s National Grade Six Assessment. The event […]
By Delicia Janneire | September 26, 2024 Guyana is steadfast in its efforts to combat hunger and malnutrition through a series of extensive agricultural initiatives, according to Minister of Agriculture Zulfikar Mustapha. He made these remarks during a virtual high-level dialogue organized by the UN Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO) focused on addressing hunger in […]
By Nakasia Logan | September 25, 2024 In a significant boost to home construction efforts, sixty-two residents from Region Five were issued Steel and Cement Subsidy vouchers, each valued at $225,000. The distribution was led by Minister within the Ministry of Housing and Water, Susan Rodrigues, at the Regional Housing Office in Fort Wellington. Minister […]
By Nakasia Logan | September 25, 2024 The Ministry of Human Services and Social Security is set to expand its shelter network to better support victims of gender-based violence. Minister Dr. Vindhya Persaud announced this initiative at the recent Gender-Based Violence Health Symposium, emphasizing the need for enhanced safety measures for victims of domestic violence. […]