The Guyana Police Force is set to launch an advanced E-ticketing system as part of its efforts to enhance road safety and address traffic offenses. Minister of Home Affairs, Robeson Benn, announced that the E-ticketing program is in its final stages of development and is expected to be operational by mid-year. The new system will […]
The Customs Anti-Narcotics Unit (CANU) is intensifying its efforts in combating the drug trade through enhanced interagency collaboration on local, regional, and international fronts. In an exclusive interview with Nakasia Logan, Head of CANU, James Singh, highlights the agency’s commitment to a multiagency approach, resulting in successful operations and convictions. Singh emphasizes that CANU works […]
Budget 2024, with a close to four billion dollar allocation for business development, is seen as a significant opportunity for all Guyanese to explore and benefit from. The private sector, particularly the Guyana Manufacturing and Services Association (GMSA), encourages individuals to examine the budget and identify areas where they can initiate and expand small businesses. […]
The security sector in Guyana is set for a comprehensive transformation with Budget 2024, as over 90 billion dollars are allocated to modernize various aspects. Home Affairs Minister Robeson Benn highlighted key areas of focus, emphasizing improvements in physical and transport infrastructure, training opportunities regionally and internationally, and the development of community policing groups. For […]
The Guyanese government is set to introduce two new bills, the Sexual Violence Bill and the Sexual Harassment Bill, to combat sexual assault and harassment effectively. Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs, Anil Nandlall, made this announcement during the opening of a center aimed at providing support to victims of sexual and gender-based violence. […]
The Office of the Prime Minister conducted an outreach in villages along the Soesdyke/Linden Highway as part of ongoing efforts to engage with residents, listen to their concerns, and discuss potential solutions. Minister within the Office of the Prime Minister with responsibility for Public Affairs, Kwame McCoy, assured residents that the government is actively working […]
The Ministry of Local Government aims to utilize its budgetary allocation to complete various community-focused projects, with a particular focus on the rehabilitation and construction of several markets. Minister within the Ministry of Local Government and Regional Development, Hon. Anand Persaud, shared details of the projects. In response to the losses incurred due to fires […]
The Guyana Tourism Authority (GTA) organized the second round of the Tourism Business Clinic, streamlining the processing of documentation and licenses for tourism businesses. This initiative aims to simplify and expedite the certification and licensing procedures for tourism operators. In the past, businesses had to navigate multiple agencies individually to obtain certifications and licenses. However, […]
A new Hope and Justice Center has been inaugurated at Lusignan on the East Coast of Demerara, providing a comprehensive range of social, legal, medical, and other services for victims of sexual, domestic, and gender-based violence. The facility is the first of its kind not only in Guyana but also in CARICOM. Attorney General and […]
Leaders in Linden, Region 10, have praised the 2024 budget as a well-crafted financial roadmap that prioritizes key sectors of the economy. The budget has been applauded for its allocation to the health and education sectors, with leaders expressing confidence that this focus, along with infrastructure development, will contribute to significant growth in Guyana. Dwight […]