President Dr. Irfaan Ali officially inaugurated the Corriverton Recreational Park over the weekend, a project costing over 100 million dollars. The park is designed to serve as a safe and comfortable space for families to spend quality recreational time and will also host national events, contributing to economic and tourism activities in the region. The […]
On Sunday, local farmers in Lusignan, located on the East Coast of Demerara, had the opportunity to showcase and sell their fresh produce at a vibrant farmers market. This event, organized by the Ministry of Agriculture, was part of the Agriculture Month calendar of activities. Deputy General Manager of the Guyana Rice Development Board, Kuldip […]
Construction work for the new Diamond Regional Hospital is advancing smoothly, with preparations for Phase Two underway. Dr. Leslie Ramsammy, Advisor to the Minister of Health, shared the latest update on the project. The new Diamond Regional Hospital, a government initiative, is scheduled for completion by December 2024. Once finished, it will feature 75 beds, […]
President Dr. Irfaan Ali conducted an early morning inspection of the ongoing construction of the Wharf in Wales, West Bank Demerara. The wharf, crucial for supporting the Gas-to-Energy project, has reached an impressive 80 percent completion rate. During his visit, the Head of State also assessed the site earmarked for the gas-to-energy plant. He received […]
DuraVilla Inc’s ambitious project to establish an Urban Eco-lodge community, comprising 30 luxury wooden homes, is on the brink of completion. Situated on a two-acre expanse, the development boasts locally sourced wood and an array of flora, ensuring an immersive eco-lodge experience. Rafeek Khan, Owner of DuraVilla Homes Inc, shared with NCN News that the […]
President Dr. Irfaan Ali underscored the pivotal role of Guyana’s forests on the global stage, emphasizing the significance of the Low Carbon Development Strategy (LCDS) during the Concordia Annual Summit held on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York. Addressing the theme “Underneath the Green Transition: The Oil Industry,” President Ali asserted […]
– To integrate women into the Agri sector The provision of educational programmes and technical support can play an integral role in encouraging more women to join the agriculture sector. So says Chairperson of the Women and Gender Equality Commission, Indranie Chandarpal, who notes that integrating women into the sector, will aid in Guyana achieving […]