President Dr. Irfaan Ali has unveiled a significant initiative to address Guyana’s energy challenges by announcing the impending arrival of a power ship to bolster the generation capacity of the Guyana Power and Light (GPL). This move comes as a response to the country’s longstanding struggles with power shortages and aims to alleviate strain on […]
By Nakasia Logan Minister of Housing and Water, Collin Croal, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to driving extensive development projects in Region Three, aiming to elevate the standard of living and uplift the socio-economic landscape of the region. Minister Croal emphasized the pivotal role of infrastructure in fostering community prosperity, highlighting investments earmarked for enhancing […]
By Nakasia Logan The Central Housing and Planning Authority (CHPA) achieved a significant milestone by distributing house lots to over fifteen hundred individuals in the Wales community, West Bank Demerara, under the “Dream Realized Programme.” Recipients of the house lots expressed profound gratitude and excitement, with many seeing it as the realization of a lifelong […]
By Josiah Williams Despite some delays attributed to private contractors, General Secretary of the PPP, Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, assures Guyanese that the Gas-to-Energy project remains on schedule for its 2025 completion deadline. The Gas-to-Energy project, slated for completion by the end of 2025, promises significant benefits for the country, according to Dr. Jagdeo’s reassurances at […]
By Fabiana McKlmon In a continued effort to uphold quality standards in the local manufacturing and services sector, the Guyana National Bureau of Standards (GNBS) has certified six companies so far this year. The six certified companies comprise three laboratories (two medical and one testing) and three businesses utilizing the “Made in Guyana” certification mark. […]
By Delicia Janniere In a significant milestone for housing development, the government has reached its 100th milestone in delivering core homes, with the latest beneficiaries being four residents from the Sophia community. Belinda Ali, Claud Cyrus, Charles Henry, and Pauline Nedd were among the recipients of the Core Home Support initiative. This initiative, launched in […]
By Josiah Williams In response to the persistent power outages affecting Guyana, the government, led by General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party, Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, has unveiled a comprehensive plan to tackle the issue head-on. During a press conference at Freedom House, Robb Street, Dr. Jagdeo addressed the pressing concerns facing citizens and businesses […]
By Nakasia Logan Regional Chairman Kenneth Williams of Bartica has announced plans to develop the region’s tourism sector as part of a broader economic pivot away from reliance on the extractive industry. In an interview with NCN, Chairman Williams stressed the need to diversify Bartica’s economic base beyond the extractive industry. He emphasized that while […]
By Josiah Williams Guyana is set to bolster its offshore patrolling capabilities with the signing of a letter of intent for the procurement of an offshore patrol vessel. At a contract signing ceremony held at the office of the Minister of Finance, Dr. Ashni Singh, a letter of intent was signed between the Guyana Defence […]
By Samuel Gillis The Georgetown Chamber of Commerce (GCCI) is set to launch an extensive training program targeted at its members, particularly small business owners, in the upcoming year. Re-elected President of the Chamber, Kester Hutson, revealed to NCN News the Chamber’s intentions to equip its members with the necessary tools for growth, expansion, and […]