This was reported today by Minister of Natural Resources, Raphael Trotman at a post-Cabinet media briefing at the Ministry of the Presidency.
Minister Trotman in explaining these challenges said, âthere is the budget; we are in an El NiÃąo drought situation, when you put on your television you see that Zika is spreading rampantly throughout the world.â
The Minister assured that government is working tirelessly to put the activities on stream. Reflecting on the launch of the Golden Jubilee at the Square of the Revolution, Minister Trotman noted that the feedback was mixed.
Despite this,work continues for the milestone anniversary.
âI visited Minister (Nicolette) Henry and found her of course with quite ... a large gathering of people, so I know that work is proceeding assiduously,â he said.
On January 29, $300M was proposed for the celebration of Guyanaâs 50th Independence anniversary by Minister of Finance Winston Jordan as he read the 2016 National Budget.
Minister Jordan stated, âwe call on all Guyanese to reflect on the journey of the past 50 years, taking into account the people and experiences that have shaped our history.â
During the month of May, a number of activities are slated to take place in observance of the anniversary.
Guyana gained Independence from Great Britain on May 26, 1966.