The Ministry of Agriculture has commissioned a new pump station at Adventure Village, Corentyne, designed to drain over 6,000 acres of farmland in Region Six. The $446 million project is set to enhance the region’s drainage system, improving water management along the coast. Minister of Agriculture Zulfikar Mustapha, who attended the commissioning, emphasized that the […]
The National Clean-up Exercise kicked off early in Linden, Region 10, with widespread participation from local organizations and residents. The initiative, spearheaded by Regional Executive Officer Dwight John, saw a large turnout as communities actively engaged in efforts to enhance the town’s cleanliness. John noted the enthusiasm of participants and highlighted that this marks the […]
Residents of Region Six, along with various government agencies, participated in the National Clean-up Exercise, focusing on enhancing the environment across several communities. The initiative was led by Regional Executive Officer Narindra Persaud and Deputy Regional Executive Officer Mary Samwaroo in New Amsterdam. Persaud emphasized that this clean-up effort is part of a regular, monthly […]
A national cleanup exercise was held today across Georgetown as part of efforts to enhance the city’s cleanliness and beauty. Residents and volunteers turned out in large numbers to support the initiative, which focused on removing garbage from key areas throughout the capital. Public Works Minister Juan Edghill, who participated in the cleanup, stressed the […]
Emergency repair works have commenced on the Triumph/Mon Repos bridge along the Rupert Craig Highway. The project is being undertaken by China Railway First Group, Inc., with a five-day timeframe for completion. The repairs started last night and were inspected today by Public Works Minister Juan Edghill. The repair works are focused on the southern […]
The Region 10 Regional Democratic Council (RDC) held its latest statutory meeting, focusing on key issues including health and infrastructure within the region. The ongoing fight against dengue was a priority topic, with Regional Health Officer Dr. Gregory Harris reporting a significant reduction in cases. The first phase of dengue prevention measures has been effective, […]
By Saskia Warrick Guyana’s Hatching Egg Project, which began in 2023, is set to reduce the country’s reliance on imports as local production continues to rise. With over 27,000 hatching eggs produced so far, the initiative is positioned to help the country move toward self-sufficiency in the poultry industry. Guyana currently imports approximately 53 million […]
By Samuel Gillis The Ministry of Human Services and Social Security extended its services to residents of Bareroot, East Coast Demerara, as part of its ongoing community outreach initiative. The outreach provided access to a range of services, including the Difficult Circumstances Unit, the Childcare Protection Agency, and the Family Enhancement and Domestic Violence Services. […]
By Royan Abrams Regional authorities in Region Six have commenced budget consultations for 2025, meeting with head teachers from nursery, primary, and secondary schools to discuss the region’s education needs. The discussions, led by Regional Executive Officer (REO) Narindra Persaud, aimed to ensure that the specific requirements of schools are represented in the upcoming budget. […]
Guyana has taken a significant step toward meeting the growing demand for dehydrated fruits and other commodities with the opening of a $14.3M Dehydrating Facility at Hope Estate. The facility aims to increase the production of value-added products for both local and international markets, such as Trinidad & Tobago, Chile, and Brazil. The new food […]