Development Archives

February 18, 2025

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Guyana is strengthening global partnerships and collaborations to drive national development, with a focus on creating world-class training and upskilling opportunities for both local and international participants. This initiative includes the establishment of in-house facilities offering globally recognised training across multiple sectors. Speaking at the opening of the Guyana Energy Conference and Supply Chain Expo […]

February 18, 2025

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Natural Resources Minister Vickram Bharrat has called on local businesses to form partnerships and consortiums to fully capitalise on opportunities in the growing oil and gas sector. The minister made the call during an interaction with the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) on Monday. During the discussion, he provided an update on the […]

February 18, 2025

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Chief Investment Officer and Agency Head of the Guyana Office for Investment, Dr. Peter Ramsaroop, has urged investors to pay attention to the government’s development plans as Guyana enters a new wave of economic opportunity, supported by the much-anticipated reduction in energy costs. Dr. Ramsaroop made these remarks at the launch of ‘Air Dash’, the […]

February 18, 2025

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The government has confirmed plans to upgrade Le Repentir Cemetery and elevate it to the status of a national memorial, with work set to begin in 2025. Public Works Minister, Bishop Juan Edghill clarified that the government has already initiated plans to upgrade cemeteries across the country, including Le Repentir. Established in 1861, the cemetery […]

February 17, 2025

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Increased job opportunities in Guyana’s growing oil economy are a primary reason employees can easily transition between public and private sector jobs, according to Senior Minister in the Office of the President with Responsibility for Finance and Public Service, Dr Ashni Singh. He made this statement while responding to questions from Opposition Member of Parliament […]

February 15, 2025

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The government is actively advancing and supporting strategies in e-medicine and telemedicine as part of its efforts to fully integrate Guyana into the international healthcare system. E-medicine involves the use of electronic information and communication technologies in healthcare, including electronic health records and telemedicine. According to President Dr Irfaan Ali, in a live Facebook broadcast […]

February 15, 2025

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Shipping companies John Fernandes Limited and Muneshwers Limited have set aside years of business rivalry to jointly commission Guyana’s first Mobile Harbour Cranes under Cranes Guyana Inc. (CGI). This milestone marks significant progress in Guyana’s shipping and logistics sectors, underscoring the importance of innovation and modernisation in the maritime industry. The companies secured US$14 million […]

February 15, 2025

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President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali on Friday turned the sod for the state-of-the-art $11.4 billion West Demerara Hospital, ushering in a new era of healthcare in Region Three. The new hospital will feature over 150 beds, four operating theatres, intensive care units (ICUs), neonatal and paediatric ICUs, and advanced diagnostics, including MRI and CT scans, […]

February 14, 2025

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Demerara Distillers Limited (DDL), producers of the world-renowned Demerara Rums, has significantly upgraded its ageing capacity with the construction of a new barrel ageing warehouse, Warehouse N, at its Plantation Diamond, East Bank Demerara facility. Designed to accommodate 30,000 barrels, the new warehouse brings DDL’s total ageing and storage capacity to 130,000 barrels, a release […]

February 12, 2025

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Residents of the remote community of Muritaro in Region 10 now have access to enhanced healthcare services following the commissioning of a new health post on Tuesday. The commissioning ceremony was attended by Health Minister Dr Frank Anthony, along with health and regional officials. Dr Anthony stated that the facility represents a significant […]

Tag: Development

President Ali: Human capital, infrastructural development heart of Guyana’s transformation

Partnerships key to maximising opportunities in O&G sector

Guyana heading for ‘new wave’ of economic opportunity

Le Repentir Cemetery to be upgraded

Wider choices available for workers today, says Minister Singh

E-medicine and telemedicine to help advance Guyana’s healthcare system

Shipping rivals join forces to launch Guyana’s first mobile harbour cranes

Region Three to get $11.4B state-of-the-art hospital

DDL invests in new $750M warehouse

Residents of Muritaro get new health post

$41 billion in investments fuelling economic and social development in Amerindian communities, says Minister Browne-Shadeek

Dwayne Ross charged with unlawful drone operation near President's Leonora residence, granted $600,000 bail

Woman narrowly escapes burning house at Ogle

$41 billion in investments fuelling economic and social development in Amerindian communities, says Minister Browne-Shadeek

Dwayne Ross charged with unlawful drone operation near President’s Leonora residence, granted $600,000 bail

Woman narrowly escapes burning house at Ogle