By Jacquey Chacon | January 6, 2025 Minister of Housing and Water, Collin Croal, has issued a stern warning to residents of Linden, urging them to avoid squatting as the government continues its efforts to regularize house lots in the region. The announcement was made during a recent address to residents in Victory Valley. Minister […]
By Delicia Janneire | January 6, 2025 Minister of Public Works, Juan Edghill, has attributed political interference as the primary reason for the delays in the construction of the New Demerara River Bridge. Speaking at his ministry’s 2024 End of Year Press Conference, Edghill stated that local political divisiveness and opposition efforts aimed at hindering […]
By Kimberly Giddings | January 6, 2025 In 2024, the Ministry of Housing and Water has expended over $12.5 billion to complete more than 1,600 houses across the coast, ensuring that citizens from all walks of life have the opportunity to become homeowners. Minister of Housing and Water, Hon. Collin Croal, reported that a significant […]
By Kimberly Giddings | January 6, 2025 The Ministry of Housing and Water is on track to meet its goal of 90% treated water coverage for residents along the coast by the end of 2025, marking a significant improvement from 2020, when only 52% of the population had access to treated water. Minister within the […]
By Kimberly Giddings | January 6, 2025 In a community meeting held in Victory Valley, Region Ten, President Dr. Irfaan Ali assured residents that the People’s Progressive Party/Civic Government would continue its development efforts in the region. He urged the residents to disregard detractors and focus on the collective goal of “One Guyana,” emphasizing the […]
By Kimberly Giddings | January 5, 2025 The Ministry of Housing and Water has successfully regularized 17 squatter areas over the past three and a half years, providing over 1,500 house lots to citizens across the country. This accomplishment was shared by Minister of Housing and Water, Hon. Collin Croal, during a year-end press conference […]
By Kimberly Giddings | January 5, 2025 In a significant development for hinterland communities, a total of 56 new water wells have been completed, improving access to clean and potable water for over 15,000 residents. This milestone marks the first time many of these communities will have reliable access to clean water, greatly benefiting hundreds […]
By Delicia Janneire | January 4, 2025 President Dr. Irfaan Ali visited Craig Vegetables (CV) Hydroponics Farm in Friendship yesterday, emphasizing the government’s commitment to supporting the growth of hydro-farming through the Ministry of Agriculture. The farm, led by founder Kitaka Craig, has gained recognition for its success in producing a variety of fresh vegetables […]
By Saskia Warrick | January 3, 2025 The Ministry of Local Government and Regional Development has announced plans to develop additional landfill sites and establish a recycling facility as part of a nationwide effort to improve solid waste management. New landfill sites are being developed in Regions 2, 5, and 7 to address improper garbage […]
By Saskia Warrick | January 3, 2025 The restoration of City Hall could be completed by the end of the first quarter of this year, according to Minister within the Ministry of Local Government, Anand Persaud. However, he cautioned that certain complexities in the process could lead to further delays. The historic structure, which dates […]