On Tuesday last, the Board of Industrial Training inaugurated its Heavy-Duty Equipment Operator Training program in Region Six, with an impressive turnout of over 370 eager applicants. This initiative is a collaborative effort between the Labour Ministry’s Board of Industrial Training and the Finance Ministry, facilitated through the Basic Needs Trust Fund. The training, slated […]
The Ministry of Housing and Water is set to embark on a significant water supply program in Guyana’s hinterland regions, aiming to enhance residents’ access to clean and reliable water sources. This initiative will involve the drilling of numerous wells in these areas before the year 2025. Housing and Water Minister Collin Croal revealed that […]
At the conclusion of the National Toshaos’ Council (NTC) conference, President Irfaan Ali announced a series of immediate and long-term interventions aimed at addressing the concerns raised by Amerindian leaders during the four-day event. These initiatives are intended to strengthen, sustain, and fortify the resilience of communities in Guyana, particularly those located in the hinterland […]
The recent replacement of Span Nine on the Demerara Harbour Bridge (DHB) has brought about significant enhancements, enabling the passage of larger vessels through the waterway. Public Works Minister Juan Edghill provided details about the increased retraction width of the bridge, allowing for more spacious transit of vessels. It was noted that prior to the […]
In line with the government’s transformative agenda, Minister of Public Works, Bishop Juan Edghill, conducted a series of community engagements in Linden on Thursday to assess the infrastructural needs of the region. These engagements included a meeting with over 70 contractors to discuss upcoming road works and procurement processes. With a budgetary allocation of 1.6 […]
As preparations for the International Building Expo 2023 gain momentum, exhibitors are being encouraged to register early to avoid last-minute rush. Minister within the Ministry of Housing and Water, Susan Rodrigues, recently conducted a walk-through of the venue, the Guyana National Stadium, where she emphasized the transformation that will take place to accommodate the event. […]
More than fifty residents from North Blueberry Hill in Linden are taking a significant step towards achieving home ownership, as they received their agreements of sale during an outreach led by Minister within the Ministry of Housing and Water, Susan Rodrigues. The initiative is part of the government’s broader housing program aimed at regularizing squatting […]
A total of 72 nursing students celebrated their graduation at the 24th biennial graduation ceremony of Charles Roza School of Nursing. The event, held at Philu’s Entertainment World, marked the successful completion of various programs, including registered nursing, nursing assistants, Medex, and post-basic nursing programs. These graduates are now certified to provide essential services in […]
Rice cultivation is experiencing a remarkable upswing, with the second crop projected to surpass the target set by the Rice Board. The Guyana Rice Development Board (GRDB) predicts that this second crop will be the largest since 2021. Approximately 200,000 acres of rice have already been sown, with some farmers still in the process of […]
Residents of Berbice took a significant step towards legal ownership of their house lots in phase one of the Number 75 Village New Housing Scheme as they signed nearly 200 agreements of sale. Housing and Water Minister, Collin Croal, and Chief Executive Officer of the Central Housing and Planning Authority (CHPA), Sherwyn Greaves, led the […]