By Kristin Josiah, January 17, 2025 The Government of Guyana has made a significant allocation of $143.2 billion in the 2025 budget to enhance the country’s healthcare system. This massive investment is aimed at expanding and improving the delivery of healthcare services across the nation. Among the major projects set for completion this year are […]
By Delicia Janneire, January 17, 2025 The Government of Guyana has allocated a substantial $209.1 billion in the 2025 budget for the construction and rehabilitation of roads and bridges across the country. This funding will support several major infrastructure projects, including the long-awaited Corentyne River bridge linking Guyana and Suriname. Minister of Finance, Dr. Ashni […]
January 15, 2025 West Indies Head Coach Andre Coley is confident that his squad will successfully adapt to the playing conditions in Pakistan as they prepare for a two-match Test series against the hosts. The series will begin on January 17 at the Multan Cricket Stadium, marking the West Indies’ first Test series in Pakistan […]
By Radha Motielall, January 15, 2025 President Dr. Irfaan Ali continued his community engagement tour yesterday, visiting residents of Friendship and Garden of Eden, located along the East Bank of Demerara. The president’s visits are part of a series of consultations with citizens as his government prepares for the 2025 national budget. During his interactions […]
By Nakasia Logan, January 15, 2025 The Guyana Forensic Science Laboratory (GFSL) has significantly boosted its forensic capabilities with the acquisition of a state-of-the-art Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM), valued at over $86 million. This cutting-edge equipment will help address the lab’s backlog of gunshot residue tests and enhance its overall evidence processing capacity. Minister of […]
By Nakasia Logan, January 15, 2025 The legal battle concerning the verification of voters’ addresses took center stage in the High Court today, with differing views presented by Attorney General Anil Nandlall and Attorney at Law Dexter Todd. The case, heard before Acting Chief Justice Roxanne George, focuses on the interpretation and application of voter […]
January 15, 2025 The much-anticipated distribution of the $35,000 cash grant for persons with permanent disabilities is set to begin next week, as announced by Minister of Human Services and Social Security, Dr. Vindhya Persaud. This one-off grant, part of the government’s ongoing efforts to support individuals with disabilities, is expected to benefit many across […]
By Kimberly Giddings, January 15, 2025 Green State Oil and Gas Services Inc. is launching its flagship initiative, Project Her Guyana, with an empowering one-day workshop titled “Recognising and Inspiring HER in the Field of Project Management.” The event, scheduled for March 29, aims to support and inspire women in project management by providing valuable […]
By Kimberly Giddings, January 15, 2025 The Judiciary is preparing to launch two specialized courts—the Mental Health Court and the Mobile Court—within the first quarter of 2025. This initiative, announced by Acting Chancellor Madam Justice Yonette Cummings Edwards during the Law Year 2025 on Tuesday, is aimed at addressing the evolving challenges in the administration […]
By Delicia Janneire, January 15, 2025 The government is set to launch the Local Content App in February, aimed at making it easier for Guyanese to access information on job opportunities within the oil and gas sector. This initiative is part of the ongoing efforts to ensure that Guyanese are well-equipped and certified for roles […]