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President Ali hails role of Chinese community in Guyana’s growth

June 6, 2025 Editor

President Dr. Irfaan Ali has praised the contributions of Chinese nationals to Guyana’s development, calling them a valued part of the country’s progress. He made the remarks Thursday evening during a reception marking 53 years of diplomatic relations between Guyana and China. At the event, President Ali reaffirmed his government’s commitment to building a unified […]

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First-ever disability-inclusive business centre opens in Guyana

June 5, 2025 Editor

First Lady Arya Ali on Wednesday commissioned the Centre for Equity, Opportunity and Innovation at the Empower Guyana building in Palmyra, Region Six. The state-of-the-art facility, designed by and for persons with disabilities (PWDs), is the first of its kind in Guyana and the English-speaking Caribbean. The new centre provides more than 120 individuals with […]

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Pres. Ali hails launch of KLM Royal Dutch Airlines as a game-changer for Guyana

June 4, 2025 Editor

President Dr. Irfaan Ali has hailed the official launch of KLM Royal Dutch Airlines’ non-stop flights from Guyana and the Netherlands as a monumental step forward in Guyana’s transformation into a global aviation and economic hub. The airline will operate the new route twice a week on Wednesdays and Saturdays, starting June 04, 2025, with […]

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Caribbean Airlines removes incomplete map of Guyana from Magazine

June 3, 2025 Editor

READ THE FULL STATEMENT ISSUED BY CARIBBEAN AIRLINES: Caribbean Airlines advises that a recent advertisement published in its magazine featuring an incomplete map of Guyana has been removed from its online publications. The airline has also taken steps to update the printed copies of the magazine and replace same with the ad removed. Caribbean Airlines […]

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Parika port to feature cold storage and packaging hub for Caribbean export – Pres. Ali

June 3, 2025 Editor

The Parika Port, soon to be transformed into a regional facility, is expected to be equipped with cold storage units and a packaging bay to support Guyana’s agricultural sector and strengthen food trade with the Caribbean region. The announcement was made by President Dr. Irfaan Ali during a recent visit to Region Three, where he […]

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Gov’t eyes law to ensure supermarkets stock local produce

June 3, 2025 Editor

President Dr. Irfaan Ali has announced that the government is considering new legislation to ensure supermarkets dedicate a specific shelf space to local produce. President Ali made the announcement during a recent meeting with cash crop farmers in East Berbice, where he outlined a series of upcoming initiatives aimed at supporting and growing the agricultural […]

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Over 25,000 senior citizens to benefit as NIS one-off payment programme launched

June 2, 2025 Editor

The Government of Guyana has launched the National Insurance Scheme’s (NIS) One-Off Payment Programme, an initiative designed to support over 25,000 senior citizens who fall short of the minimum contribution requirement for a pension. The programme was launched by Senior Minister in the Office of the President with Responsibility for Finance and the Public Service, […]

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Four Points by Sheraton supports Indigenous women’s craft

May 30, 2025 Editor

One of Guyana’s upcoming luxury Hotels, the Four Points by Sheraton, is embracing the history and creativity of Guyana’s first people. The hotel, set to open in August, has been supporting 10 Indigenous women from Santa Aratak by purchasing their crafts to incorporate into its decor. These crafts, ranging from baskets to wall decor, will […]

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$1.18B water treatment plant commissioned at Onderneeming

May 24, 2025 Editor

A $1.18 billion state-of-the-art Water Treatment Plant (WTP) was commissioned on Friday at Onderneeming, Region Two, and is expected to serve over 18,000 residents. The spanking new plant would address long-standing challenges Essequibians face in accessing reliable and safe water. President Dr. Irfaan Ali commissioned the facility and reaffirmed his government’s unwavering commitment to […]

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Pile works progressing on new US$35M Mackenzie-Wismar Bridge

May 20, 2025 Editor

Construction of the new Mackenzie-Wismar Bridge in Region 10 has reached a major milestone, with construction progressing to the pile-driving stage. The state-of-the-art 220-metre-long four-lane bridge, which is being constructed at a cost of US$35 million, will provide a vastly enhanced link between Georgetown, Linden, and the extended Mabura-Lethem corridor upon completion by April 2026. […]

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