By Josiah WilliamsDecember 14, 2024 Guyanese soldiers are set to receive $1.6 billion in bonuses this year as part of the annual one-month bonus reinstated by the PPP government. The announcement was made by President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Dr. Irfaan Ali, during the annual Christmas Lunch at Base Camp Seweyo. The bonus, […]
By Saskia WarrickDecember 13, 2024 The Guyana Agricultural and General Workers Union (GAWU) has finalized several transformative agreements with major national corporations, delivering substantial wage increases, improved benefits, and enhanced working conditions for thousands of workers nationwide. Building on its historic multi-year agreement with the Guyana Sugar Corporation (GuySuCo), GAWU has successfully extended similar initiatives […]
By Josiah WilliamsDecember 13, 2024 Charity, located in Region Two, is set to be transformed into a significant export hub with the construction of a state-of-the-art, one-billion-dollar port facility. The announcement was made by President Irfaan Ali during an outreach to Charity residents on Thursday. The port facility, part of a broader development vision for […]
By Saskia WarrickDecember 12, 2024 The Guyana Sugar Corporation Inc. (GuySuCo) and the Guyana Agricultural and General Workers Union (GAWU) have reached a landmark three-year wage and salary agreement, marking a significant development for the sugar industry. This agreement, the first of its kind since GAWU’s recognition in 1976, aims to address wage adjustments, annual […]
By Nakasia LoganDecember 12, 2024 At the Guyana Police Force’s (GPF) Annual Christmas Awards Ceremony, over 5,000 ranks were honored for their exceptional service and dedication throughout the year. The event, held at the Police Officers’ Mess in Eve Leary, saw the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) take center stage with notable recognitions. Cadet Officer David […]
By Saskia WarrickDecember 11, 2024 The arrival of Guyana’s second power ship is poised to significantly enhance the reliability of the country’s electricity grid, providing much-needed stability until the Gas-to-Energy project becomes operational. The power ship, expected to be fully integrated into the national grid before Christmas, will supply an additional 75 megawatts of power. […]
By Saskia WarrickDecember 11, 2024 Efforts to connect Guyana’s second power ship to the national grid are progressing steadily, with the project expected to be completed before Christmas. The ship is currently docked at the Ruimveldt Sugar Terminal, where a 3.9-kilometer double-circuit 69 KV transmission line is under construction. This line will link the vessel […]
December 11, 2024 The Government of Guyana has formalized a two-year agreement with the Guyana Public Service Union (GPSU), introducing substantial salary and allowance increases for public servants. The announcement, made by President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali, includes measures to incentivize academic achievements and enhance professional development in the public sector. Residents in Region Ten, […]
By Celestine ChaconDecember 11, 2024 Public servants have expressed strong approval of the salary increase announced by President Irfaan Ali, which will take effect from January 1st, 2024. The 10% increase will be retroactive, with an additional 8% planned for 2025. The increase is part of a broader set of measures aimed at alleviating the […]
By Saskia WarrickDecember 10, 2024 Guyana and Qatar are advancing their diplomatic and economic ties through high-level political consultations focused on fostering cooperation in key sectors. The discussions, held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, emphasized collaboration in agriculture, health, energy, and investment, while also exploring opportunities within multilateral institutions such as the United Nations. […]