FOLLOWING today’s meeting, the Cabinet of Ministers has reviewed submissions from international consultants and the evaluation team, and has decided to award auctioned oil blocks to a number of companies, including local companies, according to General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP), Dr Bharrat Jagdeo.
The ruling People’s Progressive Party (PPP) has described a recent press conference hosted by the opposition APNU/AFC coalition as ‘untimely.’ General Secretary of the party, Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, rejected several alleged ‘spurious claims’ made about Guyana’s position on Venezuela, among others. The press conference led by Opposition Leader Aubrey Norton and AFC Leader Khemraj Ramjattan […]
ExxonMobil, along with its contractors, has showcased commendable progress in the arena of local content, making substantial investments and generating employment opportunities for Guyanese citizens. Since the landmark discovery of oil and gas resources in 2015, ExxonMobil’s expenditure with Guyanese suppliers has exceeded an impressive 1.2 billion US dollars. This significant investment was disclosed by […]
Contracts worth a staggering $8.8 billion were officially signed for the construction of 287 community roads across Region Six. The signing ceremony, led by Senior Finance Minister Dr. Ashni Singh, took place at the Albion Community Center Ground, marking a significant step towards enhancing the infrastructure in this region. A total of 200 contractors will […]
Attorney General Anil Nandlall has announced the government’s resolve to pursue legal action against contractors who fail to meet their contractual obligations, citing the detrimental impact such non-performance has on the nation’s infrastructural development. In response to mounting complaints from residents regarding stalled or subpar projects, the government is taking a decisive stance to ensure […]
General Secretary of the PPP/C, Dr. Bharat Jagdeo, has urged citizens to promptly report any suspected corrupt practices between government officials and contractors in Guyana. Given the substantial number of government projects underway, effective monitoring can be challenging, and there is recognition that instances of corruption may arise. Dr. Jagdeo emphasized the government’s commitment to […]
In a significant step towards bolstering healthcare accessibility, the construction of the Specialized Hospital at Bath Settlement in Region Five is swiftly advancing, with the foundation now nearing 85 percent completion. Residents of Region Five are on the brink of gaining access to specialized healthcare services, eliminating the need for extensive travel. This facility is […]
President Dr. Irfaan Ali conducted an early morning inspection of the ongoing construction of the Wharf in Wales, West Bank Demerara. The wharf, crucial for supporting the Gas-to-Energy project, has reached an impressive 80 percent completion rate. During his visit, the Head of State also assessed the site earmarked for the gas-to-energy plant. He received […]
– To integrate women into the Agri sector The provision of educational programmes and technical support can play an integral role in encouraging more women to join the agriculture sector. So says Chairperson of the Women and Gender Equality Commission, Indranie Chandarpal, who notes that integrating women into the sector, will aid in Guyana achieving […]