Public Works Minister Juan Edghill has firmly dismissed allegations made by Opposition MP Anette Ferguson concerning the use of funds for the $15.8 billion Government Office Complex. In a recent media statement, Ferguson accused the government of diverting funds intended for the office complex to construct the Sheraton Four Point Hotel. Minister Edghill refuted these […]
The vibrant cultural event, Tasinpansa, part of the ongoing Amerindian Heritage Month celebrations, began today along Main Street, Georgetown. The event, which is open to the public and runs until Thursday, offers a lively display of indigenous cuisine, crafts, and art, all reflecting the diverse heritage of Guyana’s Indigenous peoples. Derived from the Macushi word […]
The Ministry of Human Services and Social Security has launched a series of events in observance of Child Protection Week, which runs from September 22 to 28, 2024, under the theme “Keeping Every Child Safe and Committing Towards Robust Child Protection.” The annual initiative aims to raise awareness about child abuse and promote strategies for […]
President of Guyana, Dr. Irfaan Ali, has called for immediate reforms to the global financial architecture to promote inclusivity and sustainable development. Addressing the Summit of the Future during the 6th plenary meeting of the 79th session of the UN General Assembly, President Ali stressed the importance of securing climate financing and taking decisive action […]
The Rights of the Child Commission has officially submitted its long-awaited annual reports for the years 2019 and 2020 to the Speaker of the National Assembly, Manzoor Nadir. The handover ceremony took place at the Public Buildings in Brickdam, Georgetown. During the event, Chairwoman Aleema Nasir noted that compiling the reports had been a time-consuming […]
In a thrilling encounter at Providence, the Guyana Amazon Warriors triumphed over the Antigua and Barbuda Falcons by 27 runs in Match 23 of the Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL) over the weekend. Azam Khan expressed his enthusiasm after the match, stating, “It’s a great feeling playing for the team. You want them to […]
In an exciting clash at Providence, the St. Lucia Kings clinched a 13-run victory against the Barbados Royals in the Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL) on Sunday, solidifying their position in the playoffs. The Royals won the toss and opted to bowl first, a decision that quickly proved to be a misstep. Despite losing […]
In response to the persistent flooding in Linden, Opposition Member of Parliament Jermaine Figueira has been appointed to lead a dedicated team focused on finding solutions to this ongoing crisis. This initiative follows a meeting with Prime Minister Mark Phillips, ministers, and local leaders, where the severity of the flooding in the Wismar and Mackenzie […]
The ambitious master plan for Silica City, currently being developed along the Linden-Soesdyke Highway, is designed to create a self-sufficient urban center rather than replace Georgetown or become a suburban extension. This assertion was made by Professor Jose Gelabert-Navia from the University of Miami, who is involved in the city’s architectural design. Covering 3,500 acres, […]
Bethany Village in Region Two has been gifted a state-of-the-art, extra-long boom excavator from the government, valued at approximately 45.5 million Guyanese dollars. The equipment was officially presented to the residents over the weekend and is expected to play a crucial role in improving the village’s drainage system, aiding local farmers in land clearance, and […]