By Tracey Liverpool After enduring over six years of hardship, Denise Lampkin, a 50-year-old single mother from Wall Street, Amelia’s Ward, now has a new, comfortable home thanks to the Men on Mission (MOM) initiative. Lampkin’s journey to her new home began in December 2017 when her family house was destroyed by a fire. In […]
By Delicia Janneire The capacity of the Guyana Coastguard has been significantly bolstered with the commissioning of the new vessel, GDFS Shahoud. President Dr. Irfaan Ali, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, officiated the ceremony, emphasizing the government’s commitment to strengthening maritime security. The GDFS Shahoud, named in honor of the late Colonel Michael Shahoud, was […]
By Shawnette Fiedtkou The Regional Democratic Council of Region Ten has re-activated its Disaster Preparedness and Relief Committee in response to recent flooding and following a directive from Prime Minister Mark Phillips. The new committee, chaired by Regional Chairman Deron Adams, aims to coordinate a more efficient response to disasters in the future. With several […]
By Samuel Gillis In a recent visit to communities along the Soesdyke-Linden Highway, Minister of Public Affairs Kwame McCoy announced imminent relocation plans for some residents of Circuitville. This initiative aims to provide better housing opportunities and improve living conditions for the affected residents. Minister McCoy highlighted the necessity for relocation due to land occupancy […]
Minister of Public Affairs, Kwame McCoy, recently inaugurated a new block-making facility in Swan village, located along the Soesdyke Linden Highway. This initiative, costing 7 million dollars, aims to enhance local economic opportunities and community infrastructure. In addition to the block-making facility, funded through government investments, Swan village also welcomed the commissioning of two sand […]
In a significant milestone for housing development in Guyana, five families in La Parfaite Harmonie, Region 3, have become proud owners of Core Homes under the ongoing initiative supported by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB). The families received keys to their homes during a ceremony held on Friday, marking a transformative moment in their lives. […]
In a move aimed at enhancing community empowerment among Afro-Guyanese populations, the government of Guyana has disbursed $48.6 million to 27 organizations across the country. Each group received $1.8 million to support various community development projects tailored to meet local needs. This funding represents the second installment under the government’s initiative to bolster grassroots initiatives […]
By Delicia Janniere In a significant milestone for Region Eight’s healthcare sector, the first batch of Community Health Workers has completed their training, marking a pivotal step towards enhancing healthcare services in Guyana. Region Eight, known for its diverse communities and geographical challenges, has achieved a milestone with the certification of 34 Community Health Workers […]
By Saskia Warrick Farmers in the Pomeroon Region are set to significantly increase coconut production following the distribution of 3,000 high-yielding Brazilian Green Dwarf seedlings. This initiative aims to capitalize on coconut’s status as Guyana’s third-largest revenue earner, supporting local and regional demand for coconut products. Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha highlighted the potential of the […]
By Saskia Warrick Minister of Natural Resources, Vickram Bharrat, reiterated the government’s dedication to achieving a balance between economic development and environmental sustainability during the recent Blue Talks Series held under the theme “Accelerating action and mobilizing all actors to conserve and sustainably use the ocean.” Minister Bharrat emphasized the critical role of the Blue […]