Georgetown, Guyana – (May 25, 2019) President David Granger, last evening, conferred 77 national awards on distinguished Guyanese, even as he noted that it is a token from a nation that is grateful for their service and contributions. At an Investiture ceremony held at the National Cultural Centre (NCC), the Head of State said citizens’ …
Read DetailsService and successCitizens’ contribution to society, their participation in national development and their personal accomplishments are central to a country’s progress. Citizens whose service reflect the values – of identity, integrity and loyalty – help to make Guyana a better place. They deserve to be accorded the recognition of the state and the respect of …
Read DetailsGeorgetown, Guyana – (May 23, 2019) Minister within the Ministry of the Presidency with responsibility for Youth Affairs, Ms. Simona Broomes charged the Grades 10 and 11 students of the Valmiki Vidyalaya High School to make the best of the educational opportunities offered to them and to work towards achieving their goals. The Minister made …
Read DetailsGeorgetown, Guyana – (May 23, 2019) President David Granger, this morning, convened a meeting with executive members of the Guyana Public Service Union (GPSU) to discuss the establishment of a High-Level Committee on the Public Service. The GPSU’s side was led by its President Patrick Yarde, while the Government’s side was led by President Granger …
Read DetailsGeorgetown, Guyana – (May 23, 2019) The Ministry of the Presidency outrightly rejects an article published on the front page of the Thursday, May 23, 2019 edition of the Kaieteur News headlined “Attorney convicted of fraud in Canada, appointed Senior Counsel,” which seeks not only to defame an eminently qualified legal luminary but also to …
Read DetailsGeorgetown, Guyana – (May 23, 2019) The Government of Guyana in partnership with the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI), launched the “Enhancing Guyana’s Access to Green Climate Fund to Transition to Renewable Energy” project aimed at increasing the uptake of renewable energy as the country advances towards a ‘green’ state. The project was launched on …
Read DetailsGeorgetown, Guyana – (May 23, 2019) President David Granger, this evening, attended the celebration of the 125th anniversary of Mocha Arcadia, East Bank Demerara, where he told the residents that the community is well on its way to progressing socially, economically and culturally and that they can be assured of Government’s continued support. Speaking at …
Read DetailsGeorgetown, Guyana – (May 22, 2019) The Ministry of the Presidency’s Department of Energy, this morning, handed over a quantity of oil spill response equipment to the Civil Defence Commission (CDC), the lead agency tasked with creating a National Oil Spill Response Contingency Plan.The CDC is mandated to prepare key public and private stakeholders with …
Read DetailsGeorgetown, Guyana – (May 22, 2019) First Lady, Mrs. Sandra Granger, this morning received a courtesy call from members of the Guyana Ex-Athletic and Friends Incorporation (GEFI), United States Chapter. The group was accompanied by Co-ordinator of the Independence Championship and Road Race, Assistant Superintendent, Sheryl Hermonstine. The GEFI is the co-ordinating body of the …
Read DetailsGeorgetown, Guyana – (May 22, 2019) President David Granger, this afternoon, assured members of the legal fraternity that the honour of Senior Counsel will not lapse under his Presidency, noting that that title is not a personal favour or a political reward but rather, it is conferred on the basis of merit and is uncontaminated …
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