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Opposition’s pressure on gov’t bearing fruit – APNU

January 4, 2013January 4, 2013 TIMES INT'L

By Pushpa Balgobin The A Partnership for National Unity (APNU) said it believes that the pressure the combined opposition has placed on the government is bearing fruit, but played down talks of moving a no-confidence motion against the government to force fresh elections. At a news conference at his office, Opposition Leader David Granger claimed, “The government is against the ropes… public support has drawn away from the People’s Progressive Party; there is no leadership, no movement towards national unity.” According to Granger, as a result of the current situation,…

Work commences on 1823 Monument despite protests

January 4, 2013 TIMES INT'L

Construction work on the 1823 Monument has started and is being built in honour of the slaves who were killed during the revolt. This is despite calls to have the monument erected at the Parade Ground, opposite the Promenade Gardens. The site that has been selected for the monument is located on Carifesta Avenue, opposite the Guyana Defence Force ground. It will serve as a base for the monument and a garden site. When Guyana Times International visited the area on Sunday, several construction workers were on site. Equipment and…

Unbridled attacks on Jagdeo reflective of opposition’s bitterness

January 3, 2013January 3, 2013 TIMES INT'L

Former President Bharrat Jagdeo The continued unbridled obsession by opposition members, backed by the principals of the Stabroek and Kaieteur newspapers, on Bharrat Jagdeo, has resulted in several inaccurate and vindictive articles attacking the former president, leading many in civil society to conclude that they are hinged on personal vendettas and envy, and aimed at destroying Guyana’s path of continued development. Kaieteur News publisher Glenn Lall has led the way in the continued malicious and personal attacks on the former president and members of his family. Lall has published daily…

Jealous man charged with killing step-nephew

January 3, 2013 TIMES INT'L

A man, who allegedly stabbed to death his step-nephew while he was sleeping next to his girlfriend, was Monday arraigned on a charge of murder. Facing the capital charge is 36-year old Roy Lewis of Glasgow Housing Scheme, East Bank Berbice. He was not required to plea to the indictable charge. He is accused of murdering his brother’s stepson, 18-year old Devon Da Silva also known as Devon Lewis on December 27 at Sister’s Village, East Bank Berbice. After allegedly killing the youth, Lewis ingested a poisonous substance to commit…

Amerindians will comply with forest rules – TAAMOG

January 3, 2013 TIMES INT'L

– as Norway funds begin to flow The Amerindian Action Movement of Guyana (TAAMOG) has hailed Guyana’s receipt of the US$45 million for climate services provided by Norway, while noting that Amerindian communities are following guidelines for sustainable forest management. In a release on Sunday, TAAMOG extended congratulations to the government of Guyana on the receipt of the funds, noting that it is well earned and the climate services were consistently and independently verified. “This clearly shows that Guyana has a dynamic team committed to ensuring that Guyana’s Low Carbon…

Make 2013 Guyana’s “Year for Youth” – Granger

January 3, 2013 TIMES INT'L

Opposition Leader, David Granger’s New Year message follows: Guyana’s future, in the new year – 2013 – lies, inescapably, in the hands of our youth. We must give them the best possible preparation to lead this nation forward. We should, therefore, resolve to make the New Year Guyana’s “Year for Youth”. Young people today constitute 70 per cent of our prison population. They are the majority of our poor and unemployed. They are our street children and child labourers who are being robbed of a bright future. They deserve better.…

Fight against malaria, NCDs a priority in 2013

January 3, 2013January 3, 2013 TIMES INT'L

Health Minister Dr Bheri Ramsaran This year has seen a reduction in the number of persons diagnosed with malaria in Guyana, as compared to 2011. However, the disease remains a public health threat and could become more challenging in 2013. This was highlighted by Global Fund for Malaria Director Indal Rambajan, during a press conference at the Health Ministry’s boardroom on Monday. As such, the fight against the scourge as well as non-communicable diseases is a priority of the Health Ministry’s 2013 strategic plan. The ministry is collaborating with the…

Guyana, China sign bilateral cooperation projects deal

January 3, 2013 TIMES INT'L

Finance Minister Dr Ashni Singh and Chinese Ambassador to Guyana Zhang Limin last Friday signed another agreement on economic and technical cooperation. Under this agreement, the government of the People’s Republic of China will provide RMB¥30,000,000 (equivalent to US$4.8 million or Gy$998 million) for the implementation of bilateral cooperation projects to be agreed upon by the two governments. In March of this year, a technical co-operation agreement valued at RMB¥30,000,000 (Renminbi Yuan 30 million) was also signed to finance development projects. Recently, in November 2012, the governments of Guyana and…

City Hall’s ‘big four’ booted

January 3, 2013January 3, 2013 TIMES INT'L

– following recommendations of Auditor General’s Report, other inquiries By Kristen Macklingam The services of four top officials from the Mayor and City Council (MCC) have been terminated following a recent report by the Auditor General’s Office, Minister within the Local Government Ministry Norman Whittaker said. Those dismissed are City Treasurer Anthony Meredith; Town Clerk Yonette Pluck; City Engineer Gregory Erskine and head of the Solid Waste Management Unit Hubert Urling. The minister told Guyana Times International on Wednesday that the report revealed many irregularities which include failure to adhere…

Georgetown Chamber welcomes announcement of security reforms

January 3, 2013 TIMES INT'L

The Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) on Wednesday said it views very favourably Monday’s announcement by Minister of Home Affairs, Clement Rohee on the proposed implementation of strategic plans for the improvement of our security agencies. “Our private sector members have identified the security situation as a significant barrier to doing business in Guyana and this timely intervention places substantial focus on reducing this impediment. A safe and secure environment attracts capital, encourages growth, and helps to improve conditions that contribute to the overall quality of life of…