In a move to boost the small business sector and foster economic growth, the Guyanese government has announced a substantial financial injection into the Small Business Development Fund and increased support for the Small Business Bureau. The details were shared in the latest Republic Bank-sponsored Business report. Finance Minister Dr. Ashni Singh highlighted the crucial […]
President Dr. Irfaan Ali has expressed confidence that the 1.1 trillion-dollar budget for the fiscal year effectively addresses the challenges facing Guyanese. In a recent announcement, the Head of State outlined key measures aimed at improving the standard of living for citizens. President Ali emphasized that the measures outlined in the budget, both cost and […]
In a proactive initiative aimed at promoting fire safety awareness, 150 students from various schools along the East Coast Corridor participated in a one-day kids fire safety camp at the Lusignan Centre Ground. The event, organized collaboratively by the Neighbourhood Democratic Council (NDC) and the Guyana Fire Service, sought to equip students with essential knowledge […]
As part of its commitment to bridging the infrastructural and economic gap between hinterland and urban communities, the Guyanese government has allocated nine billion dollars for Amerindian development programs in the 2024 budget. Finance Minister Dr. Ashni Singh highlighted this initiative during the budget presentation at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre. A significant portion of […]
In a significant move to promote eye health, President Dr. Irfaan Ali announced a pioneering initiative during the budget presentation in the National Assembly. The government will provide vouchers worth $3,000 each for eye examinations, benefiting over 205,000 school children and 76,000 pensioners across all administrative regions. President Ali revealed that the initiative involved collaborating […]
The Ministry of Labour is set to expand its services and programs with the recently presented 2024 budget allocation, according to Minister Joseph Hamilton. The budget earmarks $500 million for the labour sector, emphasizing the government’s commitment to enhancing training and up-skilling initiatives, among other key areas. In an interview, Minister Hamilton highlighted the ministry’s […]
Minister of Public Works, Hon. Juan Edghill, has expressed his satisfaction with the financial allocations in the 2024 budget for the Ministry of Public Works, emphasizing that the provisions are adequate to propel the ongoing transformation of infrastructure projects throughout Guyana. In a recent statement, Minister Edghill praised the budget as a “fantastic financial plan” […]
In a significant boost for the sports sector, the Guyanese government has allocated $4.6 billion for sports development in the 2024 budget, marking a substantial increase of $300 million compared to the previous year. This allocation reflects the government’s commitment to revolutionizing the country’s sports infrastructure, with the aim of positioning Guyana as a sports-tourism […]
In a thrilling encounter at the Ministry of Education Ground, Slingerz Football Club secured a narrow victory over Victoria Kings, marking their successful return to the Elite League. The Guyana Football Federation promotional matchup on Sunday witnessed an intense battle, with Slingerz FC claiming a hard-fought win. Heading into the clash, Slingerz FC was the […]
The construction of the modern Lima Regional Hospital on the Essequibo Coast is progressing, with expectations that it will be completed and operational by the first quarter of 2025. This state-of-the-art healthcare facility, strategically located, aims to not only benefit residents of Region 2 but also those in Region 1. The Lima Regional Hospital is […]