Farmers in Cozier, Lower Pomeroon, Region Two, are set to benefit significantly from the newly commissioned $261 million pump station, enhancing irrigation and drainage across approximately 5,000 acres of cash crops. The project involved the rehabilitation of the existing structure and the installation of an additional pump, providing essential support for agricultural activities in the […]
Unique Arts Entertainment, a local cultural group founded by Guyanese Kelton Jennings in 2007, is making significant strides through cultural exchange programs aimed at addressing social issues. The group, in collaboration with the National Cultural Exchange Program between Caribbean countries, has launched a series of cultural workshops at schools in Georgetown, including Queen’s College and […]
Linden’s Town Clerk, Lennox Gasper, has defended his decision to approve 21 housing plans for residents, addressing concerns of prolonged delays in the approval process. The decision came after months of waiting, during which residents expressed frustration over the slow pace of approvals for their building plans. Gasper stepped in to approve the plans, citing […]
The Department of Education in Region 10 is gearing up to host the second annual Mayor’s Cup basketball tournament as part of Education Month activities. The Under-15 tournament will see seven secondary schools from the region compete for cash prizes and trophies. The event kicks off on Saturday, September 21, and will run until Friday, […]
The Government of Guyana aims to fully digitize the operations at major airports, making them paperless by the end of this year. Vice President and PPP General Secretary, Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, revealed the comprehensive digitalization strategy during his weekly media conference, highlighting several major projects aimed at transforming the nation’s digital landscape. Among the key […]
Over 6,000 youths from various parts of Guyana have participated in youth camps and conferences organized by the ruling People’s Progressive Party (PPP). The party’s General Secretary, Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, highlighted this impressive turnout, noting that about half of the regions have already been covered. The PPP aims to continue its outreach to include young […]
Residents of Little Diamond and Great Diamond are now benefiting from access to potable water following the completion of a new well at Covent Garden by the Guyana Water Incorporated (GWI). This project, which serves around 10,000 residents, was officially completed with the successful interconnection of water lines. Minister within the Ministry of Housing and […]
The Caring for Others charity organization, in partnership with Region 10 Member of Parliament Jermaine Figueira, has launched an initiative aimed at teaching nursery school children to ride bicycles. The “Learn to Ride” program began with the distribution of bicycles to nursery schools in Linden and will extend to all nursery schools throughout Region 10. […]
Minister of Labour Joseph Hamilton recently visited trainees participating in a four-month Board of Industrial Training (BIT) programme focused on welding, fabrication, and electrical installation in Region Seven. During his visit, he engaged with the trainees, observing their progress and addressing their challenges. Minister Hamilton emphasized the significance of completing the programme as a means […]
Progress on the new bridge across the Demerara River is advancing, with completion now at approximately 70%. Public Works Minister Juan Edghill provided this update during a media briefing, confirming that around $150 million has already been spent on the $260 million project. Despite some shipping delays, he assured that the March 31 deadline is […]