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President Ali Assures Dazzle Residents Gov’t Will Assist with Infrastructure Development

President Dr. Irfaan Ali reassured residents of the Dazzle Housing Scheme on the East Coast of Demerara that the government is prepared to assist with the development of essential infrastructure for their community, once the outstanding issues are resolved. The President made this commitment during a community visit on Wednesday, where he engaged with residents […]

President Ali halts State’s appeal of $22.5M judgment for Quindon Bacchus killing

President Dr. Irfaan Ali has intervened to halt the State’s appeal against a $22.5 million judgment awarded to the family of Quindon Bacchus, a 25-year-old father of one, who was fatally shot by a Police Constable in Haslington, East Coast Demerara (ECD), in June 2022. Vice President, Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, made this revelation during his […]

President Unveils Ten-Point Plan to Strengthen Fire Prevention & Rescue Efforts in Guyana

To improve fire prevention and emergency response across Guyana, President Dr. Irfaan Ali on Wednesday unveiled a comprehensive ten-point plan aimed at enhancing the country’s fire safety framework. The plan was revealed during the commissioning of the Guyana Fire Service’s (GFS) largest fleet of rapid intervention vehicles, valued at $910.8 million, and its new $635.5 […]

Gov’t Partners with G-Mining to Train Guyanese for Major Gold Mine Project

The government has entered into a strategic partnership with G-Mining, a Canadian gold company, to train thousands of Guyanese citizens for employment at one of the country’s largest upcoming gold mines in Region Seven. The training initiative is set to begin in February 2025, with an initial cohort of 1,500 trainees, and will expand as […]

Construction Begins for $1.2B Secondary School in Kaneville

The Ministry of Education has initiated the construction of a new secondary school in Kaneville, a project valued at $1.2 billion. The Kaneville Secondary School is expected to serve over 1,000 students from the Kaneville-Grove area, addressing challenges of overcrowding and improving access to education on the East Bank of Demerara. The sod-turning ceremony, led […]

Guyana Strongly Condemns Venezuela’s Actions in Essequibo Dispute

The Government of Guyana has strongly condemned recent actions and statements by Venezuela, calling them a violation of international agreements and a threat to regional stability. In a press release issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Guyana expressed grave concern over Venezuela’s decision to proceed with the election of a so-called […]

Top Cop Emphasizes Professionalism, Accountability, and Community Engagement in 2025 Strategy

On Tuesday, January 7, 2025, Commissioner of Police Clifton Hicken, alongside members of his Executive Leadership Team, met with officers and ranks from Regional Police Division 4’C’ at the Cove and John, East Coast Demerara Headquarters. The gathering aimed to reinforce key expectations for police conduct in 2025, particularly as Guyana continues its rapid infrastructural […]

President Irfaan Ali: Every rank in the joint services, at the level of constable be paid $130k

In a bid to enhance equity and consistency across the Joint Services, President Irfaan Ali has announced a significant increase in the minimum wage for ranks in the Guyana Police Force, Guyana Fire Service, and Guyana Prison Service. Effective immediately, the minimum monthly salary for all constables will be set at $130,000, up from previous […]

Foulis resident: The president is doing well for everybody. I like the way things are going

President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali recently visited the community of Foulis, East Coast Demerara, where he engaged with residents in a walkabout and community meeting. His visit, part of a larger effort by the government to address key concerns across the nation, was met with enthusiasm as the president listened to local issues and promised […]

Labour Ministry Recovers Over $200M in Unpaid Wages

In a significant step towards safeguarding workers’ rights, the Ministry of Labour has successfully recovered over $200 million in unpaid wages for workers across the country over the past four years. This includes an impressive $31.7 million recovered in just 2024 alone. Minister of Labour, Joseph Hamilton, shared these encouraging figures during a press briefing […]
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