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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]