By Celestine Chacon, NCN News – December 30, 2024 Minister of Agriculture Zulfikar Mustapha has announced the upcoming commissioning of four new pump stations across Guyana, marking a major milestone in the country’s agricultural development. The new pump stations are set to be inaugurated in Trafalgar, Montrose, Liliendall, and Canal Polder in the coming weeks, […]
By Celestine Chacon, NCN News – December 30, 2024 All major roads in Essequibo, Region Two, are set for significant upgrades, according to Minister of Public Works, Juan Edghill. In a recent meeting with small contractors in the region, Edghill revealed that the proposed improvements will address growing traffic congestion and the deteriorating condition of […]
By Celestine Chacon, NCN News – December 28, 2024 A newly commissioned $528 million pump station in Andrews, Region Two, is set to significantly enhance flood prevention and agricultural irrigation in the region. The state-of-the-art facility, which is designed to drain up to 100 cubic feet of water per second, is a major investment aimed […]
By Saskia Warrick – December 27, 2024 The President’s Men on Mission Initiative is transforming the lives of homeowners by improving property values and facilitating easier access to bank loans. At a newly constructed home in Cummings Lodge, President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali outlined the initiative’s broader economic and infrastructural impact. The program has contributed […]
December 27, 2024 The government is set to begin the distribution of the $100,000 cash grant to pensioners next week, as part of a broader initiative to assist Guyanese citizens. During a press conference earlier today, PPP General Secretary and Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo confirmed that the Ministry of Finance has already prepared checks […]
By Kimberly GiddingsDecember 24, 2024 Minister of Agriculture, Zulfikar Mustapha, conducted an on-site inspection of the ongoing improvements at Meadowbank Wharf, where 80% of the $190 million project has been completed. The project, which was initiated as a commitment by President Irfaan Ali, includes the construction of sheds for fisherfolk, improvements to water quality, and […]
By Celestine ChaconDecember 24, 2024 In a significant step towards improving drainage and irrigation in Region 2, the government has signed 63 contracts totaling $104 million. The contract signing ceremony took place yesterday and was overseen by Minister of Public Works, Juan Edghill. Minister Edghill emphasized the government’s ongoing commitment to enhancing drainage and irrigation […]
By Jacquey BourneDecember 21, 2024 A total of 52 contracts, valued at $112.2 million, were signed on Friday at the Watooka Guest House for drainage and irrigation works in various communities across Region Ten. The contracts, facilitated by the National Drainage and Irrigation Authority (NDIA), are part of the government’s efforts to enhance infrastructure and […]
By Josiah WilliamsDecember 19, 2024 As Guyana celebrates five years of oil production since its historic “first oil” on December 19, 2019, the country has seen transformative changes that are benefiting local businesses and citizens alike. Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP), highlighted the immense impact that oil production has […]
By Saskia WarrickDecember 18, 2024 The recent amendments to the Acquisition of Lands legislation for Public Purposes are expected to significantly reduce delays in infrastructure projects. This was highlighted by Housing and Water Minister Collin Croal, who addressed the impact of the changes during a recent briefing. Minister Croal explained that land acquisition, a critical […]