By Josiah WilliamsDecember 17, 2024 The longstanding friendship between Guyana and Qatar serves as a model of global cooperation, with both nations committed to mutual growth and development. President Dr. Irfaan Ali emphasized this during a reception at the Marriott Hotel on Monday evening to celebrate Qatar’s National Day. In his remarks, the President highlighted […]
By Josiah WilliamsDecember 17, 2024 Farmers and residents of Annai Village, Region 9, are set to receive continued agricultural support from the government following a ministerial outreach over the weekend. During his visit to the North Rupununi village, Minister of Agriculture Zulfikar Mustapha engaged with residents and outlined several upcoming initiatives. Among their concerns was […]
By Saskia WarrickDecember 16, 2024 The Ministry of Agriculture has announced a $5 million grant to enhance cassava production in Massara, Region Nine, as part of efforts to support agricultural development and community growth. Minister of Agriculture, Hon. Zulfikar Mustapha, made the announcement during a two-day outreach visit to the region. Cassava, a staple crop […]
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 […]