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Region Two steps up public infrastructure upgrades

Posted on by Kayleigh Carter

Authorities in Region Two are advancing a series of infrastructure and drainage upgrades across several neighbourhoods as part of a wider effort to enhance public safety, climate resilience, and local development.

Prime Minister’s Representative and People’s Progressive Party (PPP) Councillor Arnold Adams, presenting the Local Government and Co-ops Committee Report at a recent Regional Democratic Council (RDC) statutory meeting, said the works are contributing to tangible improvements in public infrastructure.

“This isn’t just maintenance—it’s meaningful development,” Adams said, emphasising that “We’re making real progress in restoring and upgrading essential drainage networks and public spaces, and the benefits are already being felt by residents.”

In the Aberdeen/Zorg-en-Vlygt Neighbourhood Democratic Council (NDC), active street weeding is ongoing in Queenstown, Affiance, Aberdeen, and Columbia. Over 400 rods of drainage were cleared in Queenstown and 250 rods in Zorg-en-Vlygt using mini excavators to improve water flow and reduce flooding.

Drain and trench cleaning works are also progressing in the Good Hope/Pomona NDC, alongside upgrades to community areas including the Pomona Playground. Drainage rehabilitation has been completed in Huist Dirien, Middlesex, and Aurora Estate.

In Anna Regina Township, more than 2,500 rods of drainage channels have been desilted in La Belle Alliance, Richmond, Coffee Grove, Walton Hall, Lima, and Reliance. Additional works are ongoing in Hampton Court as part of a broader urban drainage overhaul.

Desilting also continues in the Evergreen/Paradise NDC using mini excavators to reinforce flood mitigation infrastructure.

In the Charity/Urasara NDC, clean-up operations are targeting critical areas such as the Charity Market Tarmac, waterfront, river dam pump station, and public road trenches. Rehabilitation works are underway within the NDC compound.

A mini excavator is engaged in drainage work in the Annandale/Riverstown NDC to improve water management in the area.

Regional Vice Chairman Humace Oodit, who chaired the meeting, said the interventions were in response to public demand.

“The people asked—and we acted,” Oodit said. “We are committed to delivering on the promise of a clean, safe, and well-developed Region Two.”

The ongoing upgrades are part of the region’s broader push to improve infrastructure and quality of life by integrating drainage solutions with environmental and public health measures.

GNBS positioning businesses to build competitive advantage

Posted on by Kayleigh Carter

Guyana National Bureau of Standards (GNBS) Executive Director, Trevor Bassoo, has emphasised the growing recognition among businesses and organisations of the importance of adopting proper standards to enhance quality output and build customer loyalty.

He made this statement during the launch of the fifth National Quality Awards (NQA) to recognise businesses that excel in meeting quality standards.

The ceremony took place at the GNBS office at the National Exhibition Centre in Sophia, Greater Georgetown.

“We support businesses that are committed to adopting standards that improve their processes, products, and services,” Bassoo remarked.

The NQA aims not only to recognise excellence but also to highlight the dedication of businesses to quality standards, which is crucial for long-term success in today’s competitive market.

Bassoo further noted that businesses participating in the NQA will benefit from the opportunity to have their operations evaluated by an independent third-party assessor at an affordable cost.

This evaluation will help businesses identify areas for improvement and refine their business procedures.

Since its inception in 2017, the NQA has grown significantly, with 18 participants in its first year.

The event, hosted biennially, saw a remarkable increase in participation, with 35 businesses in 2021 and 61 businesses in 2023.

The programme was further strengthened in 2021 with the introduction of new award categories, including environmental sustainability, safety, and other critical areas, broadening the scope for diverse sectors to participate.

The award criteria are based on international management principles, with a strong emphasis on customer-focused businesses that demonstrate excellence in leadership, process management, continuous improvement, and relationship management.

The GNBS is calling on eligible businesses from various sectors—including manufacturing, small enterprises, services, financial institutions, and tourism—to submit their applications by the deadline of 31 March. The awards ceremony is scheduled for October.

The NQA serves as a valuable opportunity for businesses to showcase their commitment to quality, positioning themselves as leaders in their respective industries and reinforcing their reputation with loyal clients.