The Ministry of Human Services and Social Security is taking steps to facilitate easier access to Old Age Pensions for residents in remote areas and hinterlands. This initiative comes in response to concerns raised by pensioners from far-flung communities along the Demerara and Berbice Rivers regarding the challenges of traveling long distances to access their […]
The Brazilian government has expressed its full support for the International Court of Justice (ICJ) process in resolving the Guyana-Venezuela border controversy. This affirmation was conveyed during a virtual meeting between Guyana’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Hugh Todd, and his Brazilian counterpart, Mauro Vieira. Minister Todd reiterated Guyana’s commitment to a peaceful […]
The Ministry of Agriculture has officially commissioned a state-of-the-art model farm at Fort Wellington, Region 5, at a cost of $16.3 million. This model farm, set to be replicated in every region, aims to promote the adoption of good agricultural practices and modern technologies to enhance productivity for both livestock and cash crop farmers. The […]
Concerns have emerged over potential delays in the Linden to Mabura road project, according to Minister of Public Works, Juan Edghill. The contractor had committed to completing the first 10 kilometers by the end of September, which may now be in jeopardy due to the timeline. Minister Edghill revealed that preparations to apply asphalt on […]
Preparatory works for the expansion of the Corentyne Highway to a four-lane road have begun in Region Six. This ambitious project includes the construction of four-lane bridges spanning from Palmyra to Brighton village. Leslie Halley, the foreman of the project from Kares Engineering Inc., assured that traffic flow is being managed effectively, with vehicles directed […]
The University of Guyana Student’s Society (UGSS) internship project, facilitated through President Irfaan Ali’s Agriculture and Innovation Entrepreneurship Programme (AIEP), is proving to be a success. UGSS President Shaquan Gill reports that approximately 20 students have gained practical agricultural skills for commercial purposes through this initiative. The AIEP, conceptualized two years ago, aims to encourage […]
The commitment to increase indigenous land ownership to 20 percent by the end of 2024 remains a steadfast goal of the Government. Minister Susan Rodrigues, who holds a pivotal position within the Housing and Water Ministry, reiterated this commitment during her presentation at the Regional Forum on Urban Housing and Financing in Ecuador. Minister Rodrigues […]
General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party, Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, assured that the party’s approach to development projects is all-encompassing and not based on ethnic considerations. He emphasized this stance during a press conference, emphasizing that the PPP/C government works for the betterment of all Guyanese communities, irrespective of ethnic backgrounds. Dr. Jagdeo addressed accusations […]
President Dr. Irfaan Ali has articulated a comprehensive development model aimed at propelling Guyana towards a sustainable and prosperous future. Speaking at a forum hosted by the Inter-American Dialogue in Washington, DC, President Ali highlighted key focus areas. The government is making strategic investments in infrastructure, human resources, institutional capacity, and adaptable technology to position […]
As the influx of visitors to Guyana surges during the 2023 Cricket Carnival season, accommodation has emerged as a significant challenge. President Dr. Irfaan Ali has emphasized the urgent need for the construction of additional hotels and eco-lodges to address this demand. During a recent press conference, President Ali highlighted the substantial growth in arrivals, […]