The Ministry of Tourism in Guyana is strategically planning to leverage its 2024 budget allocation to host more regional and international events, with the ultimate goal of increasing tourist visitation to the country. Minister of Tourism, Industry, and Commerce, Oneidge Waldron, highlighted the efforts to diversify the country’s tourism products. With an 11% increase in […]
In a recent address during the contract signing for a four-lane bridge connecting McKenzie to Wismar, President Dr. Irfaan Ali reaffirmed the government’s dedication to supporting and revitalizing the bauxite industry in Linden, with a focus on sustainability and increased employment opportunities in Region 10. President Ali, speaking to a gathering of Lindeners, emphasized the […]
The Guyanese government is contemplating a proposal that could lead to the resolution of a long-standing issue involving a payment owed by the Panamanian government for rice supplied by local farmers in 2018. Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs Anil Nandlall provided an update on the matter, revealing that President Irfaan Ali has facilitated […]
Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo announced during a press conference that the government is not in a hurry to sell Guyana’s remaining carbon credits, despite significant interest from various markets. Currently, 70 percent of Guyana’s carbon credits are attracting attention, and the government aims to explore the available opportunities before finalizing any agreements this year. […]
In a symbolic ground-breaking ceremony, Guyana marked a pivotal moment in the rebirth of the Brickdam Police Station, which is set to undergo reconstruction. The sod-turning exercise, held at the station’s Brickdam compound, was attended by His Excellency, Joint Services Heads, and the Contractors of the $28.1 million US dollars project. The reconstruction project signifies […]
President Dr. Irfaan Ali has reaffirmed his commitment to the government’s development model aimed at ensuring wealth creation for all citizens. In response to recent media reports challenging the impact of government policies on wealth creation, President Ali, in a statement on his social media page, rejected the narrative and emphasized that his administration has […]
The Central Housing and Planning Authority (CHPA) is vigorously addressing corruption within its ranks, leading to the termination of an employee following investigations into alleged misconduct. Minister within the Ministry of Housing and Water, Susan Rodrigues, emphasized the authority’s commitment to rooting out corruption wherever it is identified. The termination was a result of a […]
The Guyanese government is actively considering the construction of an oil refinery, engaging with potential investors to assess the viability of such a project. Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo provided insights during a recent press conference, stating that discussions have progressed significantly, narrowing down the list of potential contractors to about five. Among the parties […]
Keavon Bess, the Head of the Guyana Bodybuilding and Fitness Federation, has announced that Guyana will host the Central America and Caribbean (CAC) Bodybuilding Championship in October this year. After more than a decade, the prestigious regional championship will return to Guyana, with the National Cultural Center chosen as the venue. Bess mentioned that following […]
Guyana has officially taken its seat as an elected member of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for the two-year term of 2024-2025. The Permanent Representative of Guyana to the United Nations, Ambassador Carolyn Rodrigues-Birkett, installed the Guyana flag outside the Council chambers at the UN Headquarters in a ceremony attended by the other newly […]