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Guyana Energy Conference extends Essay Competition deadline to January 15

The Guyana Energy Conference and Supply Chain Expo is pleased to announce an extension of the deadline for its inaugural essay competition to January 15, 2025. With over 150 submissions received thus far, the extension paves the way for secondary school students in the Hinterland areas as well as those in Regions Three, Five and
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Comprehensive policy to enhance homeownership and tackle squatting coming soon

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The Ministry of Housing and Water is creating a comprehensive national housing policy to fulfill its pledge of ensuring that every Guyanese family has access to homeownership. Collin Croal, the Minister of Housing and Water, shared this update during the ministry’s end-of-year press conference on Friday. “This is to ensure that we can raise the
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Works on Demerara River Bridge continue following a court ruling

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Construction on the highly anticipated Demerara River Bridge has resumed following a court ruling that allowed contractors to proceed without further disruptions. The project experienced a brief delay due to issues with personal property that prevented construction. However, the government intervened to resolve the matter legally while ensuring fair compensation for property owners. Minister of
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Pant’s rapid 61 leaves Sydney Test tantalisingly poised

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Rishabh Pant’s stunning 61 helped give India a lead of 145 runs in the final Test against Australia after an enthralling second day that saw 15 wickets fall. The wicketkeeper-batter produced the explosive innings off just 33 deliveries after Scott Boland had put the home side in the driving seat at the start of India’s
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Rohit says he ‘stood down’ for SCG Test: ‘It is not a retirement decision’

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Rohit Sharma‘s decision to sit out of the Sydney Test shouldn’t be misconstrued as a retirement decision, he has said. He is confident “things can change” and those with a “mic, pen or laptop can’t decide when we should retire.” Rohit was reacting to media reports in India that had brought his Test future into sharp focus following India’s
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Financial benefits of gas-to-energy project far outweighs debt servicing costs – Jagdeo highlights

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People’s Progressive Party General Secretary, Dr Bharrat Jagdeo on Thursday criticised the opposition for what he described as incessant misinformation and selective concerns surrounding the transformative Gas-to-energy plant being developed in Wales, Region Three. Despite the project promising economic benefits both individually and nationally, opposition elements have continuously ignored these and instead, shifted their focus
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President Ali encourages youth to embrace modern farming practices

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President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali said he is amazed at the innovative use of hydroponics technology at the CV Farm at Kuffy Koker Dam, Friendship, East Bank Demerara. The Guyanese leader made an unscheduled visit to the farm on Friday where he commended its owner for pioneering a remarkable project and for cultivating a large
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Region Five pensioners begin receiving $100, 000 cash grant

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In Region Five, a number of pensioners have begun receiving the $100,000 cash grant, an initiative introduced by the People’s Progressive Party Civic (PPP/C) Government. During a visit to the National Insurance Scheme (NIS) office located in Fort Wellington on Friday, Bhagmattie, 75, of Number 5 Village, West Coast Berbice, noted her satisfaction regarding the
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Housing Ministry terminates 15 contracts with delinquent contractors in key housing areas

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The Ministry of Housing and Water has terminated contracts with 15 contractors in several major housing areas, including La Bonne Intention, Prospect, Perseverance, and Little Diamond, due to performance issues. This was revealed by Minister of Housing and Water Collin Croal on Friday during his ministry’s yearend press conference. “I have seen on my desk
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$12B contract inked with CDB to further improve treated water

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Minister within the Ministry of Housing and Water, Susan Rodrigues on Friday announced the signing of a $12 billion contract with the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) for the extension of the Coastal Water Treatment plan. The funding will be put towards five additional water treatment facilities. “Work is expected to commence this month January 2025,”
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