Govt cancels over $203.7M in student loans
As part of its efforts to gradually make tertiary education free, the government, through the Ministry of Finance, has written off approximately $203.7 million...
Contract for e-health record system to be signed soon
The government will soon sign a contract for the development of the Electronic Health Record (EHR) system aimed at digitising medical records, thereby revolutionising...
US-commissioned consultants found Gas-to-Energy feasible – VP Jagdeo
US-commissioned consultants have confirmed that Guyana’s landmark Gas-to-Energy project is technically and environmentally feasible, Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo said recently.
The findings follow extensive...
Guyana leads way in 15% reduction of CARICOM food import bill
The World Trade Organisation (WTO) was recently informed of Guyana’s role in the milestones achieved by the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), particularly in the areas...
Norton vows to scrap Govt’s plan to make bridges toll-free for commuters
Opposition Leader Aubrey Norton has said that if his party were to be returned to office at the next elections, the new Government it...
Repairs on MV Barima to be completed soon
After more than 80 years of transporting commuters to and from Port Kaituma, Region One, the MV Barima is undergoing critical repairs, which are...
Blockchain technology for Govt agencies to prevent records tampering – Jagdeo
Vice President Dr Bharrat Jagdeo has announced that the administration is working towards introducing blockchain technology into several government agencies.
Blockchain technology is an advanced...
E-ID cards for issuance this year; persons 14+ can apply; Govt expects swift uptake
The Guyana Government anticipates a large and swift uptake of the electronic identification cards once they becomes available for issuance.
This is according to Vice...
$261M pump station commissioned at Cozier
A $261 million pump station has been commissioned in Cozier, Lower Pomeroon, Region Two, bringing improved drainage and irrigation to hundreds of farmers in...
GtE: Phase II: Govt invites proposals for 2nd power plant, NGL facility at Wales
Even as construction continues on its model Gas-to-Energy (GtE) project, the Guyana Government is already forging ahead with Phase Two of that initiative which...
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Driver dies after crashing into utility pole
Police are investigating a fatal accident which occurred on Thursday night, resulting in the death of 41-year-old Mark Autar, who resided at Number 71...
‘Rich, foreign companies should pay their taxes’ – VP condemns M&CC’s tax waiver to...
Vice President Dr Bharrat Jagdeo has joined in condemning the cash-strapped Georgetown Mayor and City Council for its granting of a 25 per cent...
Jagdeo defends rental of second powership
General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party, Dr Bharrat Jagdeo has explained the feasibility of renting a second power ship to meet the growing...
‘We believe in our ministers, it’s just tough love’ – Jagdeo defends Ali’s fiery...
President Dr. Irfaan Ali’s meeting with Permanent Secretaries, Engineers, Contractors and Ministers of the Government at 05:30h on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, has been...
LIAT (2020) Ltd launches new inaugural flight to Guyana
LIAT (2020) Ltd is thrilled to announce the launch of its inaugural flight to Georgetown, Guyana (GEO), on November 19, 2024. This new route...
MoE rolling out book distribution initiative nationwide
The Ministry of Education is distributing scores of high-quality textbooks and exercise books to students across Guyana, with the intention of enhancing education services.
The...
After 2 years on the run, Corentyne labourer remanded for murder of ex-convict
A Corentyne labourer was on Wednesday remanded when he appeared at the Number 51 Magistrate’s Court before Magistrate Tuanna Hardy to answer the capital...
Construction of $74M bridge at Alliance Road to commence next week
Construction of an access bridge at Alliance Road, Timehri on the East Bank of Demerara is scheduled to commence in a few days.
This was...
‘Only Coconut’ factory closes after losing TT market; Govt to intervene
Agriculture Minister, Zulfikar Mustapha recently visited the Precision Global Inc. factory on the Linden Soesdyke Highway.
Precision Global Inc. is the parent company for the...
Guyana honoured as climate transparency leader; joins ranks with Japan, Netherlands Singapore
Guyana has been honoured as the only country in the Caribbean Community (Caricom) to be recognized as a champion of climate transparency. It has...