President Dr. Irfaan Ali visited Timehri on the East Bank of Demerara, addressing critical issues affecting informal settlers and residents. The primary focus of the visit was on land regularization, impacting around 400 households in the area. During the engagement, President Ali encouraged squatters to file regularization applications, assuring them of swift resolution. He announced […]
The Customs Anti-Narcotics Agency (CANU) has announced a notable reduction in the trafficking of narcotics, signaling successful efforts in combating the illicit drug trade. James Singh, the Director of CANU, provided an update on the agency’s achievements in curbing drug trafficking. Over the past year, CANU seized more than 75 kilograms of cocaine and over […]
Sugar production is slated to recommence at the Rose Hall Estate by the end of this month, according to Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha. The announcement was made during the consideration of budget estimates for the sugar industry. Minister Mustapha revealed that approximately 2,500 hectares of sugarcane at Rose Hall are available for production in the […]
The Black Belly Sheep project is scheduled to launch in the first half of this year, according to Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha. During the consideration of estimates for his ministry, Minister Mustapha stated that 707 sheep are already in the country, with an additional 293 expected. Once the full batch arrives, the project will commence […]
As the scrutiny of budget estimates and expenditures continues in the Committee of Supply of the National Assembly, the allocations to the Ministry of Tourism, Industry & Commerce have come under question, particularly in relation to the Small Business Development Fund. In this year’s budget, $450 million has been allocated to the Small Business Development […]
A delegation from ExxonMobil Guyana, led by Vice President and Business Services Manager Phillip Rietema, recently met with the Region Six Regional Democratic Council (RDC) in New Amsterdam to discuss the company’s ongoing and future investments in the region. As part of its Greater Guyana Initiative, ExxonMobil is set to build a state-of-the-art stadium at […]
Residents of the Supply community on the East Coast of Demerara can expect significant improvements in roads, drainage channels, and community facilities following President Irfaan Ali’s recent visit. The President engaged with residents, addressing their concerns and promising swift action on various issues. Residents raised pressing matters such as the need for enhanced drainage and […]
President Irfaan Ali conducted an outreach to residents of Ithaca and neighboring communities on the West Coast of Berbice, addressing various issues affecting them. After attentively listening to the concerns raised, the President provided on-the-spot solutions to some problems and assured residents that others would be resolved promptly. Residents voiced grievances about deplorable roads, inadequate […]
President Dr. Irfaan Ali recently conducted an outreach to several communities in Region Five, reaffirming his commitment to addressing various concerns and fostering improvements in the region. During the outreach, residents had the opportunity to voice issues such as the urgent need for better roads, streetlight maintenance, improved drainage and irrigation, and housing-related matters. The […]
In a significant development, the Committee of Supply of the National Assembly has approved the 9 billion dollars allocated for the development of indigenous communities, as presented during the January 15 budget presentation. This substantial funding underscores the government’s commitment to supporting the growth and progress of indigenous people in Guyana. Of the approved funds, […]