By Kimberly Giddings, January 18, 2025 Seventy-eight-year-old Berenda Bowman and her husband, John Bowman, are now the proud owners of a brand-new two-bedroom home, thanks to the Men on Mission (MoM) initiative. The couple, who previously lived in a deteriorating structure in South Ruimveldt, expressed overwhelming joy and gratitude upon receiving the keys. “I’m glad […]
By Kimberly Giddings, January 18, 2025 The Guyana Police Force (GPF) has been allocated $34.4 billion in the 2025 national budget to enhance its operations, infrastructure, and resources. This was announced by Senior Minister in the Office of the President with responsibility for Finance and Public Service, Dr. Ashni Singh. Since the government’s return to […]
By Delicia Janneire, January 18, 2025 In the 2025 national budget, a significant allocation of 88 billion dollars has been earmarked to advance and diversify Guyana’s energy sector. The funds, announced by Minister of Finance Dr. Ashni Singh, are aimed at expanding ongoing projects and introducing new initiatives to enhance the country’s energy infrastructure. A […]
By Celestine Chacon, January 18, 2025 One of the contractors involved in the collapse of utility poles along Aubrey Barker Road in South Ruimveldt late last year will be blacklisted, following the completion of an investigation into the incident. This was revealed by Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, Vice President and General Secretary of the People’s Progressive […]
By Celestine Chacon, January 18, 2025 Prime Minister Mark Phillips has praised the 2025 national budget, valued at 1.382 trillion dollars, calling it a “people-centered” initiative aimed at improving the well-being of ordinary citizens. Speaking on the budget, the Prime Minister dismissed opposition claims that the budgetary measures were politically motivated, emphasizing that the allocations […]
By Celestine Chacon, January 18, 2025 The Government of Guyana has allocated a substantial $7.2 billion in the 2025 national budget to further enhance development across all Amerindian communities. This allocation aims to foster growth in areas such as agriculture, infrastructure, and economic opportunities. A key aspect of this funding includes $5 billion designated for […]
By Eric Collymore, January 17, 2025 In a thrilling start to the first Test match between the West Indies and Pakistan in Multan, the Windies bowlers made an early impact before Pakistan staged a recovery to slow down the Caribbean side’s momentum. Despite losing more than 48 overs due to dense fog, which delayed the […]
January 17, 2025 In a significant move to strengthen Guyana’s education sector, the government has allocated a total of $175 billion for the year 2025. This funding is set to support initiatives aimed at improving educational access, affordability, and quality across all levels, from primary education to tertiary and vocational training. A key element of […]
By Saskia Warrick, January 17, 2025 A substantial allocation of $104.6 billion has been set aside in the 2025 national budget to rejuvenate Guyana’s agriculture sector, promote food security, and strengthen the nation’s leadership in sustainable agriculture. The budget outlines significant investments aimed at improving key areas such as drainage, irrigation, sugar rehabilitation, crop production, […]
January 17, 2025 Yalema Phillips, the newly elected president of the Guyana Amateur Swimming Association (GASA), is committed to steering the sport towards smoother waters and restoring its prominence. After swimming was suspended as a ‘Core Sport’ by the National Sports Commission (NSC) in 2024, Phillips is focused on improving the sport’s status and promoting […]