Major risk feared after GGMC permits river dredge near Isseneru’s residential area

The Guyana Geology and Mines Commission (GGMC) has granted permission for a miner to operate a river dredge near to Isseneru’s residential area, triggering a call by concerned residents for authorities to halt the operation and protect their rights.

Minister of Indigenous Peoples’ Affairs Sydney Allicock told Stabroek News on Thursday that the ministry is aware of the