The Guyana Power and Light Inc. (GPL) on Friday commissioned a 3 MWp solar photovoltaic farm at Charity, Essequibo Coast, marking the fifth utility-scale solar facility to come online under the Guyana Utility-Scale Solar Photovoltaic Programme (GUYSOL) in less than three months. This latest addition builds on the success of solar facilities at Onderneeming, Hampshire, […]
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President Ali orders agri commercialisation plan for Paramakatoi-Kato, quarry to be handed over to community after five years
President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has directed the Ministry of Agriculture to move swiftly to commercialise high-value crops in the Paramakatoi-Kato corridor, as improved hinterland infrastructure opens new economic opportunities for Region Eight. Speaking on Monday at the commissioning of the upgraded Paramakatoi Airstrip, the President said enhanced road connectivity between Regions Eight and Nine […]
Saudi loan to fund major housing infrastructure works at Leonora East
Housing infrastructure works at Leonora East on the West Coast of Demerara are set to be carried out using financing from the Saudi Fund for Development, as the government moves to improve roads and drainage in the growing housing area. According to information released by the Central Housing and Planning Authority (CH&PA), Guyana has received […]
Public Works projects on track, Region 10 four-lane bridge set for April 2026 -Edghill
The Public Works Ministry has provided an update on major infrastructure works, with Minister Juan Edghill saying several key projects are advancing on schedule and will significantly improve mobility and economic activity across the country. “So when we look at overall development in the Public Works sector, whether it’s improving the road to the airport, […]
Edghill outlines bridge, ferry plans to cut travel time for Regions One, Two and Seven
Public Works Minister Juan Edghill says major road, bridge and ferry linkages now being rolled out are set to dramatically reduce travel time and improve 24-hour access between several regions. Speaking on ongoing works, Edghill pointed to developments around Bartica, noting that the road being built from Timehri-Sandhills to Bartica will cut the journey to […]
Special Cabinet team to relocate noisy workshops, create recreational spaces -Edghill
A special Cabinet-level team has been deployed nationwide to identify land for relocating heavy-duty trucks and noisy workshops out of residential areas, while at the same time developing safe recreational spaces within communities, Minister of Public Works Juan Edghill has said. Speaking on Monday, Edghill said the initiative, spearheaded by President Dr. Irfaan Ali, brings […]
Almost $600M invested to pave Lethem’s road network -President Ali
President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has highlighted significant investments being made to improve the road network in Lethem, Region Nine, as the Government continues its push to upgrade infrastructure in hinterland communities. According to the Head of State, major resources have already been committed to paving roads in the township. “In Lethem alone, in moving […]
Leguan set for lower power costs, better transport and new economic push
Residents of Leguan Island are poised to see significant improvements in living standards and economic activity as the government moves to roll out a series of development projects ahead of its first budget in the second term. During an engagement with residents at the Leguan Secondary School, President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali outlined plans aimed […]
Gov’t moves to upgrade Windsor Forest landing site after fisherfolk raise concerns
The Windsor Forest fishing community along the West Coast Demerara is set to benefit from improved facilities, following an early morning engagement on Friday between Minister of Agriculture, Hon. Zulfikar Mustapha, and fisherfolk at the Windsor Forest Koker. During the interaction, the minister acknowledged concerns raised about the condition of the existing landing site, noting […]
Government exploring rail transit system to modernise Guyana’s transport network -President Ali
President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has said the government is actively assessing options for the development of a large-scale rail transit system as part of efforts to modernise Guyana’s transportation network. The President disclosed on Wednesday that work on the proposed project is advancing, with a feasibility study currently being undertaken by the Ministry of […]