The Marine Cage Initiative, an ambitious project aimed at enhancing the aquaculture industry, will soon be expanded to several hinterland communities. This announcement was made by Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha, highlighting the initiative’s growing importance. The Chinese Embassy has donated 50 marine cages to support this expansion. These cages will be installed in various hinterland […]
The winning photographs from the 58th Independence Snap and Share competition will soon be showcased at the Cheddi Jagan International Airport. This announcement was made by Tourism Minister Oneidge Walrond during the prize-giving ceremony held at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre. The 4th edition of the Independence Snap and Share Photography competition, which focuses on […]
Severe flooding in the Central Mackenzie area and surrounding communities has prompted an emergency cleanup exercise in Linden. The cleanup effort, which commenced at 06:00 am on Saturday, is a collaborative initiative involving the Ministry of Public Works, the National Drainage and Irrigation Authority, the Civil Defense Commission, and the Linden Regional Democratic Council (RDC) […]
The government of Guyana recently rolled out its steel and cement subsidy program which is expected to benefit 58 residents from various communities in Essequibo. This initiative aims to assist first-time homebuilders in realizing their dream homes by providing essential building materials. Under the subsidy program, individuals constructing homes valued at $6 million or below […]
by Saskia Warrick The government of Guyana is formulating a comprehensive agro-processing plan aimed at fostering agro-business incubators and programs to enhance agro-tourism. This initiative is part of efforts to showcase local products prominently at major international airports. President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali has underscored the importance of these agro-business incubators in enabling local agro […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]