Guyana Million Ppe Tender

The Ministry of Education on Friday received a quantity of personal protective equipment from Logistics Gy Express Inc valued at 3790000.Permanent Secretary Mr. Alfred King received the items from the Managing Director of the company Mr. Randy Wade in the Ministrys boardroom. The donation included 180 bottles of sanitiser 6400 KN95 masks and 1150 surgical masks.During brief remarks Mr. King stated that the donation will help ensure the school environment is safe for students teachers and supporting staff. He assured that the Ministry of Education is sparing no effort in ensuring persons are protected against COVID-19.The donation was facilitated through the Canada-Guyana Chamber of Commerce CGCC of which Logistics Gy Express Inc is a member.Mr. Wade expressed his companys commitment to providing support to protect youth and foster safe spaces for learning particularly in light of the challenging times. He further noted that the health and safety of students and teachers is of paramount importance.Also present during the handing over were CGCCs Chief Executive Officer Ms. Treina Fiona Butts and High Commission of Canada Senior Trade Commissioner Mr. Jake Thomas.