President Dr. Irfaan Ali conducted a walkabout in Kitty, Georgetown, addressing concerns raised by residents. Among the issues highlighted were improper drainage, irrigation, poor roadways leading to flooding, dumping of debris, and security matters. In response to these concerns, President Ali pledged to develop a comprehensive plan to swiftly deal with the issues and provide […]
Guyana’s Minister of Sport, Charles Ramson Jr., expressed satisfaction with the progress made in preparations for hosting matches in the 2024 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. The tournament is scheduled to take place from June 4 to June 20, and Guyana is one of the host nations. In 2023, officials from the International Cricket Council […]
The Guyana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) is gearing up for another audit by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) as part of ongoing efforts to ensure compliance with international standards. This audit follows a previous evaluation in 2020, where the GCAA received a commendable score of 76.9%, indicating improvements in various aspects of industry management. […]
The Guyanese government has commenced egg production with plans for further expansion, marking a significant step in establishing a robust hatching egg industry to support the country’s growing poultry sector. Currently, Guyana imports around 52 million eggs annually, incurring a cost of approximately $350 million. The government aims to redirect this substantial expenditure back into […]
Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo announced that the Guyanese government is exploring the possibility of developing an additional energy project alongside the gas-to-shore initiative. This move is driven by the anticipated surge in energy demand, particularly from the construction of factories and hotels, among other developments. As the government finalizes the gas strategy to ensure […]
Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo has dismissed accusations of nepotism and favoritism leveled against the PPP/C government by Opposition Leader Aubrey Norton. Responding to Norton’s New Year’s message, where he accused the government of benefiting friends and families, Vice President Jagdeo stated that a factual examination would reveal that the only party guilty of such […]
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 […]
A significant milestone was achieved as a $35 million US-dollar contract was formally signed for the construction of a new four-lane bridge connecting Wismar and Mackenzie in Linden. The contract was awarded to the China Railway Construction Corporation Limited (CRCC), and the signing ceremony took place at the project site. President Dr. Irfaan Ali, joined […]
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 […]