The initiative of the Ministry of Public Telecommunication and Tourism to upgrade operations at all ports of entry in Guyana has seen progress especially at the Moleson Creek Ferry Terminal in the Corentyne, East Berbice   The initiative includes enhancement of the aesthetics, both physical and systemic.

A release from the Ministry of Public Telecommunication and Tourism noted that on February 13, Director General of Tourism, Donald Sinclair, participated in a status meeting with the bus and taxi drivers who have since formed themselves into the Moleson Creek Bus and Taxi Drivers Association.   Mr. Sinclair supervised the elections of office bearers:

• Chairman               –          Michael Torrington
• Vice Chairman     –         Devendra Approo
• Secretary                 –         Rudolph Deoraj
• Treasurer               –         Nawin Lakhram

According to the release, John Boodie, George Davis, Armit Lakhram and Daniel Inniss are the four Committee Members. It was noted that this body will soon determine several administrative matters including membership subscriptions, identification badges and measures that will improve the drivers’ welfare plus enhance their operations.

“Those present expressed relief that they are now properly organized and able to make orderly representations to visitors to Guyana from or through Suriname, to the Police Force and other authorities on matters that affect the drivers,” the release stated.