In a significant move to empower local entrepreneurs, 400 residents of Region Ten, including Linden and Riverain communities, have been awarded small business grants under the Sustainable Livelihood and Entrepreneurial Development (SLED) program. This initiative is designed to stimulate economic growth and support the expansion of existing businesses. Recipients expressed their gratitude for the grants, […]
Culinary tourism in Linden receives a significant boost with the inauguration of Heavenly Treats Bistro on Republic Avenue. The restaurant, owned by young entrepreneurs Tomasha Nestor and Keithley Wilson, aims to provide a unique dining experience with both indoor and outdoor seating. Tomasha Nestor, co-owner of Heavenly Treats Bistro, shared her journey, explaining that the […]
The University of Guyana Student’s Society (UGSS) internship project, facilitated through President Irfaan Ali’s Agriculture and Innovation Entrepreneurship Programme (AIEP), is proving to be a success. UGSS President Shaquan Gill reports that approximately 20 students have gained practical agricultural skills for commercial purposes through this initiative. The AIEP, conceptualized two years ago, aims to encourage […]
The Minister of Education, Priya Manickchand, officially inaugurated the newly constructed Haslington Nursery School, located in Region Four on the East Coast of Demerara. The construction of the state-of-the-art school, which now accommodates 60 students, cost a total of twenty-eight million, one hundred and twenty-nine thousand dollars. Minister Manickchand emphasized the government’s commitment to investing […]
Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo has lauded the impact of the government’s strategic investment programme on the country’s infrastructure and economy. Speaking at the opening of the West Central Mall in Region 3, Dr. Jagdeo emphasized that the government’s economic philosophy is designed to benefit every citizen. Since assuming office in 2020, the government has […]
President Dr. Irfaan Ali hosted the “Heroes Come in All Types 2.0” blood drive at State House today, continuing the tradition of supporting the National Blood Transfusion Services. The event was organized by the Rotary Club of Georgetown in partnership with the Rotaract Club of Georgetown and the Rotaract Club of the University of Guyana. […]
Residents of Region 3 are in for a treat as the brand-new West Central Mall opens its doors, offering a modern shopping and entertainment experience that is set to significantly boost the ongoing development of the region. With 84 diverse businesses and standout attractions such as the upscale restaurant “Atlantis,” a spacious 1,200-square-foot indoor children’s […]
Over two vibrant days, art enthusiasts, the public, and artists alike were treated to a spectacular exhibition hosted by FineArt.gy, a small business dedicated to supporting and promoting local artists. The event took place at the Marriott Hotel, providing a platform for 40 local artists to showcase their diverse works, which included prints, mixed media, […]
The Partnership Initiative for Sustainable Land Management (PISLM) is embarking on a national soil survey in Guyana, aligning with regional efforts to advance climate-smart agriculture. PISLM, an inter-governmental organization, is dedicated to assisting Caribbean nations in effectively managing their land resources. The organization’s mission encompasses conducting comprehensive soil surveys, rehabilitating degraded land, and imparting crucial […]
The commitment to increase indigenous land ownership to 20 percent by the end of 2024 remains a steadfast goal of the Government. Minister Susan Rodrigues, who holds a pivotal position within the Housing and Water Ministry, reiterated this commitment during her presentation at the Regional Forum on Urban Housing and Financing in Ecuador. Minister Rodrigues […]