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Gas-to-Energy Project Set to Slash Electricity Costs in Half, Prime Minister Affirms Progress

January 7, 2025 Editor 0

Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips provided a promising update on the long-anticipated gas-to-energy project, confirming that it remains on schedule to meet its deadline. Speaking at an end-of-year press conference on Monday, the Prime Minister assured the public that the project is progressing smoothly, and electricity generated from the initiative is expected to begin […]

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State Bulletins

Agri. Ministry refutes businessman’s corruption allegations in poultry sector

January 7, 2025 Editor 0

The Ministry of Agriculture, through the Guyana Livestock Development Authority (GLDA), has issued a strong response to allegations made by businessman Terrence Campbell about corruption and inefficiency in managing inclusion body hepatitis (IBH) within the poultry sector. The Ministry has reaffirmed its commitment to transparency and detailed the extensive measures it has implemented to address […]

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State Bulletins

96% Power Outages Caused by Accidents

January 7, 2025 Editor 0

Minister within the Ministry of Public Works, Deodat Indar, revealed at the Prime Minister’s year-end press conference that 96 per cent of the power outages in 2024 were due to accidents, which have repeatedly interfered with the power supply across Guyana. These incidents, ranging from vehicles crashing into power poles to contractors inadvertently damaging key […]

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Health

12 medical graduates return to Guyana to strengthen Guyana’s healthcare system

January 7, 2025 Editor 0

Twelve medical graduates from the 2024 cohort have completed their studies in Cuba and returned to Guyana to bolster the nation’s healthcare system. These professionals will contribute their expertise to the Ministry of Health, with seven among them achieving postgraduate specialisation in various medical fields. The seven specialists are Dr. Devendra Radhay (Urologist), Dr. Jarrel […]

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Politics

“We should never politicise our children’s education” – MoE raps Opposition MP Sears

January 7, 2025 Editor 0

The Ministry of Education (MoE) has issued a sharp rebuttal to statements made by Opposition Parliamentarian Devin Sears regarding delays in the reopening of some schools for the new academic term. In a letter to the editor, Sears described the delays as “unacceptable” and accused the People’s Progressive Party (PPP) government of failing to adequately […]

Tragedy

Explosion at Foulis Home Leaves Two in Critical Condition

January 7, 2025 Editor 0

A tragic incident at a home in Foulis, East Coast Demerara, has left two individuals in critical condition after an explosion early Saturday morning. Basmatie Ganpat, 55, and her husband Manoo Sookoo, 58, suffered severe burns when an explosion occurred in their kitchen around 5:45 a.m. They are currently being treated in the Burn Care […]

Politics

AFC got Egged in the face

January 7, 2025 Editor 0

THE Alliance For Change has always been a party of individual stars; they rarely have well-coordinated and well thought out policies and political positions.They believe they are each capable of matching and bettering any other politician in Guyana. They have the tendency of speaking off the top of their head as a substitution for good […]

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State Bulletins

Guyana Confronts Alarming Rise in Work-Related Deaths-MoL

January 7, 2025 Editor 0

At the Ministry of Labour’s year-end conference in Guyana, a sombre tone was set as officials discussed the concerning rise in work-related deaths, with 32 fatalities recorded in 2024 alone. The discussion, led by Minister of Labour Joseph Hamilton, placed a spotlight on the urgent need for stronger safety measures and stricter enforcement of occupational […]

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State Bulletins

MoL increases focus on improving industrial relations & ensuring workers are provided with fair wages & safe working conditions

January 7, 2025 Editor 0

At the Ministry of Labor’s year-end conference in Guyana, officials took the opportunity to reflect on the strides made over the past year while setting ambitious goals for the future. The conference, which brought together key stakeholders from the labour sector, marked an important moment to assess the progress of policies and initiatives aimed at […]

State Bulletins

Linden’s Future Shaped by Tourism and Infrastructure Investments, President Ali Says

January 7, 2025 Editor 0

In a bold move to ignite economic growth and regional development, the Government of Guyana is laying the foundation for long-term investments in Linden, Region 10, with a special focus on tourism and infrastructure. President Dr. Irfaan Ali, during a recent engagement with residents, highlighted the untapped potential of Linden and the surrounding areas, emphasizing […]

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