In a press conference on Thursday, Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo took aim at Opposition Leader Aubrey Norton, accusing him of making empty promises in his New Year’s message. Jagdeo questioned the credibility of Norton’s pledges, highlighting discrepancies between the promises of the past and the reality during the previous…
Norton’s New Year’s promises empty, unrealistic and confusing – Jagdeo
In a press conference on Thursday, Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo took aim at Opposition Leader Aubrey Norton, accusing him of making empty promises in his New Year’s message. Jagdeo questioned the credibility of Norton’s pledges, highlighting discrepancies between the promises of the past and the reality during the previous…
$150M spent in 2024 to combat sexual offences, gender-based violence
The Government, through the Ministry of Human Services and Social Security, allotted $150M in 2024 to combat sexual offences and gender-based violence (GBV). Human Services Minister, Dr Vindhya Persaud spoke of the importance of direct allotments to these and similar social issues. She was, at the time, speaking at the…
GWI records 98.3% coverage as Guyana improves access to potable water
Guyana’s population now has 98.3 percent access to potable water, marking a remarkable achievement for Guyana Water Incorporated (GWI) in 2024. At a year-end press conference held at State House on Tuesday, President Dr Irfaan Ali highlighted that this success is the direct outcome of substantial investments in the water…
GWI records 98.3% coverage as Guyana improves access to potable water
Guyana’s population now has 98.3 percent access to potable water, marking a remarkable achievement for Guyana Water Incorporated (GWI) in 2024. At a year-end press conference held at State House on Tuesday, President Dr Irfaan Ali highlighted that this success is the direct outcome of substantial investments in the water…
GWI records 98.3% coverage as Guyana improves access to potable water
Guyana’s population now has 98.3 percent access to potable water, marking a remarkable achievement for Guyana Water Incorporated (GWI) in 2024. At a year-end press conference held at State House on Tuesday, President Dr Irfaan Ali highlighted that this success is the direct outcome of substantial investments in the water…
CARICOM welcomes Mia Mottley as new Chairman
“In our unity lies our strength. This must be our truth and our rallying cry. Whether tackling the climate crisis, addressing gun violence, or championing equitable global financial reforms, we must act with one voice and one purpose.” My beloved brothers and sisters of the Caribbean, As we step boldly…
Businessman arrested for fatally shooting cane harvester
Moonie Ramnarine, a 65-year-old businessman was arrested for the fatal shooting of a 29-year-old cane harvester on New Year’s Day. Dead is Yognand Chaitram called ‘Boy’ from Alness Village, Corentyne, Berbice. The businessman operates a bar at his premises at Lesbeholden. Police said he is a licensed firearm holder of…
PPP at 75: President says it will continue ‘guiding Guyana to greater heights of prosperity and unity’
See below full statement from President Dr Irfaan Ali, President of Guyana, on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Progressive Party. On this historic occasion of the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP), I extend heartfelt congratulations to the…
PPP at 75: President says it will continue ‘guiding Guyana to greater heights of prosperity and unity’
See below full statement from President Dr Irfaan Ali, President of Guyana, on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Progressive Party. On this historic occasion of the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP), I extend heartfelt congratulations to the…
