In a collaborative effort, the Guyana Council of Organisations for Persons with Disabilities (GCOPD) has joined forces with ExxonMobil Guyana to initiate the second phase of the Orientation and Mobility Programme. This program, set to benefit over 200 blind and visually impaired individuals nationwide, focuses on providing essential training for safe travel and independent living […]
…Prime Minister Mark Phillips Addresses Concerns During the Veterans Day Wreath Laying Ceremony held at Base Camp Ayanganna as part of the Guyana Defence Force’s annual anniversary observances, Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips, who is performing the functions of the President, expressed the government’s commitment to providing increased support for veterans. Army Chief Brigadier […]
In a significant development for the Matarkai sub-district of Region One, the government’s Hinterland Housing Programme is set to construct thirty houses, according to Minister of Housing and Water, Collin Croal. The housing project will be implemented in 4 Mile, Arakaka, and Canal Bank, fulfilling a commitment to enhance the standard of living and foster […]
Over one billion dollars in contracts have been signed for road works in Region Seven, with over 27 kilometers of roads set to be constructed. The signing ceremony was witnessed by Public Works Minister Juan Edghill. The contracts, totaling 17, will contribute to the development of infrastructure in the region. Minister Edghill urged the contractors […]
Construction work is advancing smoothly at the Oil and Gas Training College and the Hospitality Institute in Port Mourant, as reported by Region Six Chairman David Armogan. The Port Mourant Training Centre is undergoing transformation into a national training facility aimed at preparing Guyanese youth for careers in the oil and gas and hospitality sectors. […]
In a significant step toward advancing education in Guyana, Minister within the Office of the Prime Minister, Kwame McCoy, handed over 14 computers to the teachers and students of Buxton Practical Instruction Center. This initiative aligns with a commitment made by Vice President, Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, aimed at improving the educational experience at the center. […]
Residents of Makouria in Region Three and River’s View in Region Seven have experienced a positive transformation in their daily lives thanks to the government’s recent solar panel initiative. Over 100 solar panels, equipped with backup batteries, LED lights, and a control box featuring charging ports and a fan, were distributed to households in these […]
President Dr. Irfaan Ali recently revealed significant upward salary adjustments and allowances for teachers, ranging from 10% to 17%. In addition to these adjustments, teachers will also receive a one-off bonus of $25,000 in December. The Head of State outlined specific details of the salary adjustments, particularly for graduate teachers. Salaries for all graduate teachers […]
President Irfaan Ali has announced a one-off bonus payment for public servants, pensioners, and persons living with disabilities as part of the Cost-of-Living relief measures. The bonus, payable in December 2023, will be $25,000 for all public sector workers, including teachers and members of the disciplined services, benefiting approximately 67,000 workers and amounting to approximately […]
The Ministry of Public Works has signed contracts worth 3.3 billion dollars for the development of hinterland roads in Regions 1, 8, and 9. The signed projects, totaling 282.3 kilometers in length, aim to improve infrastructure in communities such as Kwebana, Mabaruma, and others. Minister of Public Works, Juan Edghill, addressed the contractors during the […]