In a recent announcement, President Irfaan Ali revealed that Sonia Parag, the current Minister of Public Service, will take on the role of the new Minister of Local Government and Regional Development. The transition is expected to be completed within the week. President Ali shared this development during a statement, emphasizing the changes in ministerial […]
At the Ministry of Labour’s end-of-year media briefing, it was announced that a significant achievement was made in 2023, with the recovery of $69 million for workers who had faced unpaid wages. Labour Minister Joseph Hamilton disclosed that the ministry received a total of 912 complaints from employees during the year, successfully resolving approximately 85% […]
In a recent update, the Ministry of Housing and Water revealed its substantial investments in the water sector, with ambitious goals for expanded coverage across Guyana. The primary objectives include reaching 90% coverage on the coast and achieving 100% coverage in the hinterland regions by the year 2025. Over the past three years, the government […]
In a recent announcement, President Dr. Irfaan Ali shared key initiatives and projects set to define Guyana’s progress in the coming year. The president’s focus on infrastructure development and social programs is evident in the unveiled plans. Wismar Bridge Construction: A contract for the construction of the new Wismar Bridge in Region Ten is slated […]
The Public Works Ministry in Guyana is actively working to complete five major stellings across the country by the end of 2024, according to Minister of Public Works, Juan Edghill. These stellings are crucial infrastructure projects that aim to improve the lives of citizens in various regions and modernize the country’s maritime sector. Minister Edghill […]
The Guyanese government is making significant strides towards achieving its target of allocating 50,000 house lots by 2025, according to a progress report presented to the media. In 2023 alone, over 8000 Guyanese individuals were allocated residential house lots, with Minister of Housing and Water, Collin Croal, expressing confidence in achieving the set target. The […]
The exemplary performance and dedication of police officers in Division Ten were recently celebrated at the division’s annual awards ceremony. Over 40 ranks, including members of Community Policing Groups, police officers, members of station management committees, and the Road Safety Committee, were recognized for their outstanding contributions and hard work throughout the year 2023. Constable […]
Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha has announced that farmers can anticipate significant improvements in Drainage and Irrigation (D&I) this year, with increased investments in infrastructure. The minister shared this information during his end-of-year media conference, providing insights into the progress made in 2023 and outlining plans for further development in 2024. Throughout 2023, considerable investments were […]
Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha has highlighted the significant impact of the Gas-to-Energy project on the expansion of the agriculture sector, particularly in agro-processing. The project, located in Wales, is expected to provide a substantial boost to the local agro-processing industry. During his end-of-year press conference, Minister Mustapha revealed that over ten agro-processing facilities were constructed […]
President Irfaan Ali has announced that a meeting between him and Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro is scheduled to take place in Brazil during the first quarter of this year. The details of the meeting will be worked out by representatives from both Guyana and Venezuela. The two leaders previously met in December in St. Vincent […]