By Celestine Chacon Senior Minister with responsibility for Finance and Public Service, Dr. Ashni Singh, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to the continued development of Region 2 (Essequibo). Speaking at the opening ceremony of the annual Essequibo Exposition, Dr. Singh emphasized the administration’s dedication to fostering economic growth and supporting local businesses in the region. […]
By Shawnette Fiedtkou China Railway Construction (Caribbean) has started preparatory work on the new four-lane McKenzie/Wismar Bridge, a significant infrastructure project set to benefit both Linden and Region 10, as well as the entire country. The bridge, which will span 250 meters in length and 24 meters in width, will feature modern designs, including sidewalks […]
By Saskia Warrick The Ministry of Education has announced plans to equip all primary schools in Guyana with libraries, as part of its effort to improve literacy and comprehension skills among pupils. Education Minister Priya Manickchand shared the news during a session on EdYou FM, emphasizing that this initiative is crucial for addressing the challenges […]
By Samuel Sukhnandan Guyana is on track to attract up to 350,000 tourists this year, setting new records in visitor numbers, according to projections from the Guyana Tourism Authority. This surge in tourism is driving the government’s push for the construction of new hotels across the country. In 2023, Guyana saw 319,147 tourists, an increase […]
By Celestine Chacon The annual Guyanese Agro Processors exhibition, Uncapped, is set to be more exciting this year with new features including a Food Festival and Cultural Show. The event will take place at the National Stadium, Providence, from August 31 to September 1. Organized by the Guyana Manufacturing and Services Association (GMSA), Uncapped provides […]
By Jacquey Bourne Residents of Linden, Region Ten, have shown strong support for the recently signed $161 million agreement to construct the new Linden-Soesdyke Highway. This significant infrastructure project, finalized on Wednesday, involves a partnership between Guy America Construction Inc. (Guyana) and the Trinidadian firm Namalco Construction Services, with the Government of Guyana overseeing the […]
By Josiah Williams The Soesdyke-Linden Highway is set to be transformed into a major tourism hub, according to President Dr. Irfaan Ali. This development follows the signing of a $200 million contract for the highway’s reconstruction. President Ali highlighted that this investment will be pivotal in creating new tourism products and attracting more visitors to […]
By Josiah Williams Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP) and Vice President of Guyana, has dismissed calls for a new feasibility study for the proposed high-span bridge across the Berbice River. Addressing the media on Wednesday, Dr. Jagdeo emphasized that a comprehensive study conducted in 2004, which considered a permanent […]
By Delicia Janneire The Guyana Geology and Mines Commission (GGMC) recently hosted a stakeholder engagement to discuss support for small-scale miners. The meeting focused on the geomorphic analysis and auguring project near Iron Mountain, Central Guyana, which is a collaboration between GGMC and the United States Geological Survey. The project aims to assist small-scale miners […]
By Nakasia Logan The Ministry of Labour organized a workshop today focused on improving Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) standards within the construction industry. Held at the Regency Suites, the one-day training event brought together industry professionals and OHS experts to address critical safety concerns. The workshop was led by Occupational Health and Safety Consultant […]