Guyana on course to achieve 25 per cent CARICOM food import reduction target
GUYANA remains on course to help achieve the Caribbean Community’s (CARICOM) target of reducing the region’s food import bill by 25 per cent by 2030, Minister of Agriculture, Zulfikar Mustapha, said on Tuesday. The minister made the disclosure during an interview with the Department of Public Information (DPI), as he outlined the country’s progress in […]
Education Minister addresses structural concerns at Zeeburg Secondary
– engineer to assess building as minister pledges urgent action to restore a safe, conducive learning environment SAFETY, accessibility and comfort remain the top priorities for Guyana’s children and educators, as Minister of Education, Sonia Parag, conducts her latest assessment of Zeeburg Secondary School. The minister visited the school on Tuesday, where she assessed […]
Tougher penalties coming for noise nuisance offenders
– Traffic Chief says enforcement will be stepped up – as authorities move to curb loud, continuous noise in communities TRAFFIC Chief, Assistant Commissioner Mahendra Singh, says persons responsible for excessive noise nuisance can expect tougher enforcement and more impactful penalties as authorities move to address the problem on a sustained basis. Singh made this […]
‘We are committed to ensuring that we clear that backlog’ – Minister Benn says
MINISTER within the Ministry of Housing, Vanessa Benn, has said that the government is committed to clearing the existing housing backlog across most of the country by the end of 2027 as land acquisition is being accelerated along with housing development and other homeownership initiatives. Benn made this known while appearing on a recent episode […]
‘They treat me really well’ – patient reflects on care at GPHC
– from ward to theatre, praises teams behind recovery FOR Shivnarine Shamar, recovering from surgery at the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) has been about more than treatment. It has also been about the people who have cared for him throughout his stay. Shamar was admitted to GPHC on July 29 after seeking medical attention […]
GPHC Cardiology Department provides specialised care for patients across Guyana
FOR patients facing a heart attack, heart failure or other serious cardiac conditions, timely access to specialised care can be critical. At the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC), the Cardiology Department serves as Guyana’s main referral centre for the diagnosis, treatment and long-term management of heart disease. The department provides care for patients with both […]
Road upgrades transform communities in Guyana- Minister Edghill
ROAD development has expanded from mud dams to rigid pavements, concrete roads, and upgraded bridges, with each community in every region benefitting from improved infrastructure. In a recent interview, Minister of Public Works, Bishop Juan Edghill, said the development had been delivered without discrimination, with infrastructural projects reaching communities regardless of their location. “We have […]
Minister Parag: Education must prepare Guyanese for a changing world
EDUCATION must continue to evolve to ensure Guyanese students are equipped with the knowledge, skills and confidence needed to succeed in an increasingly technology-driven world, Education Minister Sonia Parag has said. Parag made the point in her message marking Education Month 2026, being observed under the theme, “From Classrooms to Communities, Education Transforms Lives.” The […]
Linden-Mabura road project edges closer to completion
The Linden-Mabura road project has reached 79 per cent overall completion, with major pavement, earthworks and asphaltic works substantially advanced, according to the Ministry of Public Works. The progress marks a significant step towards completing the upgraded hinterland corridor, which is expected to improve connectivity between Guyana’s coast and interior communities and facilitate the movement […]
Minister Indar reviews plan for upcoming Global RSOO/RAIO Aviation Safety Forum
GUYANA is stepping up preparations to host the 3rd Global Regional Safety Oversight Organisations (RSOOs) and Regional Accident and Incident Investigation Organisations (RAIOs) Forum for Aviation Safety, with representatives from more than 60 countries expected to attend the two-day international event in Georgetown on September 29 and 30. Minister of Public Utilities and Aviation, Deodat […]
