President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali on Sunday joined spectators and revellers along the Mashramani costume and float parade route.  

During an interview with media operatives during the road parade on Church Street, Georgetown, President Ali expressed immense satisfaction with the large number of people at this year’s exciting and vibrant float parade, saying that it exemplifies the ‘One Guyana’ concept – unity, love and togetherness. 

The streets of Georgetown came alive as thousands of enthusiastic patrons came out to witness the Mashramani float parade on Sunday.

Revellers exhibiting their creatively curated costumes danced their way down Church Street then on to Vlissengen Road as onlookers lined the pavements, immersed in the explosion of culture, colors and creativity on display.

Mashramani brings together Guyanese and tourists from all walks of life as they celebrate this much anticipated cultural event.

– In 55th Republic Anniversary address

– Says gov’t will spare no effort in ensuring smooth electoral process

As Guyana ushered in its 55th Republic Anniversary celebrations, His Excellency, President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali urged all to unite now –more than ever, to drive the nation’s forward as its greatest achievements are yet to come.

President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has outlined several key issues that Guyana will prioritise at the 48th Regular Meeting of the CARICOM Heads of Government, as part of efforts to advance regional integration and economic growth.

The meeting runs from February 19-21 in Bridgetown, Barbados, and will address longstanding concerns including the free movement of people, trade barriers, regional transportation, food and energy security, and upcoming elections across the region.

The government is intensifying efforts to increase human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination coverage to 90 per cent as part of its strategy to reduce cervical cancer risks.

During a recent commissioning ceremony in Region Ten, Minister of Health Dr Frank Anthony underscored the importance of the HPV vaccine and highlighted the progress made in expanding vaccination coverage.

His Excellency President Dr Irfaan Ali, at a recent outreach, disclosed that housing and community development along the Soesdyke/Linden Highway will be high on the agenda of the Government in 2025. 

PRESS RELEASE

H.E. Dr. Richard Van West-Charles was formally accredited as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Co-operative Republic of Guyana to the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela. Ambassador Van West-Charles presented his credentials to His Excellency Nicolás Maduro Moros, President of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela at a ceremony held at the Miraflores Presidential Palace on Tuesday February 20, 2024.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation is pleased to announce the signing of the Organisation of African, Caribbean, and Pacific States (OACPS) - European Union (EU) Partnership Agreement, known as the "Samoa Agreement" by the Government of Guyana. This significant accord aims to strengthen ties, promote sustainable development, and enhance cooperation between OACPS member states and the European Union.