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LDS Church Supports Ptolemy Reid Rehabilitation Centre with Computers and ATVs

by Samuel Gillis As part of Rehab Week, the Ptolemy Reid Rehabilitation Centre in Georgetown received a generous donation from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. The donation included ten computers and two ATVs, aimed at enhancing the center’s capabilities in serving its patients. Administrator Ashford Amedkar expressed gratitude for the ongoing support […]

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Government Initiative Stabilizes Aggregate Supply Amid Infrastructure Boom

by Nakasia Logan Guyana faced a critical challenge in 2022 as soaring prices and shortages of essential construction aggregates threatened infrastructure projects crucial for economic growth. Responding decisively, the Ministry of Public Works implemented strategic interventions to stabilize the market and ensure supply transparency. The surge in demand driven by national development initiatives led to […]

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Betterhope/LBI NDC Chairman Urges Flood Preparedness Amid Rainy Season

by Nakasia Logan As the rainy season intensifies, residents of Betterhope/LBI are urged to take proactive measures against potential flooding, according to Chairman Zaman Shaw of the Betterhope/LBI NDC. Shaw emphasized the importance of maintaining secondary drains and ensuring that front drains are at least 24 inches wide and deep. He underscored the shared responsibility […]

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Launch of GBV Mobile Unit in Mabaruma, Region One

by Fabiana McKlmon The Ministry of Human Services and Social Security, in collaboration with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), has inaugurated the Gender-Based Violence Mobile Unit in Khan’s Hill, Mabaruma, Region One. This initiative aims to provide immediate and accessible support to survivors of gender-based violence in remote and indigenous communities. The mobile unit […]

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Ministry of Public Works to Conduct Corrective Works on Eroded Wismar Road

By Tracey Liverpool The Ministry of Public Works (MOPW) will commence corrective works on Blinking Road at Block 22 following its collapse due to heavy rainfall on Sunday evening. Engineers from the ministry assessed the site on Monday and will begin repairs as early as Tuesday. Engineer Desmond Peters from MOPW explained that measurements have […]

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Housing Assistance Distributed to Thirty-Seven Laing Avenue Residents

By Saskia Warrick Thirty-seven residents of Laing Avenue received housing assistance vouchers from the Ministry of Housing, marking the fourth batch of beneficiaries under the government’s initiative to promote homeownership. This $50 million program aims to provide affordable housing solutions across all segments of society. Each recipient was granted a $250,000 voucher for home repairs, […]

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President Ali Announces Development Initiatives for Santa Aratack

By Josiah Williams Santa Aratack residents can look forward to a transformed community as President Dr. Irfaan Ali unveiled plans during a recent visit. President Ali outlined several projects aimed at enhancing Santa Aratack, including new agricultural programs focused on honey, coconut, and citrus production. He highlighted the planting of 500 coconut trees and over […]

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Government to Develop 20,000 House Lots at Wales, West Bank Demerara

By Josiah Williams President Dr. Irfaan Ali announced a significant housing expansion initiative at Wales on the West Bank of Demerara, aimed at benefiting 20,000 families as part of the government’s ongoing housing expansion program. During a community engagement session in Leonora and surrounding Region 3 communities, President Ali highlighted that the development at Wales […]

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New Oxygen Generation Plant Ensures Critical Care at Lethem Regional Hospital

By Fabiana McKlmon In a significant boost to healthcare infrastructure, a state-of-the-art Oxygen Generation Plant has been commissioned at the Lethem Regional Hospital in Region Nine. This vital addition, valued at 500,000 US dollars, was made possible through a generous donation from the United States government. The newly installed oxygen generator is poised to revolutionize […]

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Agriculture Minister Announces Rehabilitation of 63 Sluices Across Guyana

By Saskia Warrick Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha unveiled plans for the rehabilitation of 63 sluices across Guyana, funded by a 45-million-US-dollar initiative from the World Bank. This announcement was made during an outreach to Region Six over the weekend, where the Minister emphasized the project’s significant impact on enhancing the country’s drainage system and supporting […]

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