Juan Edghill
Juan Edghill is the Minister of Public Works in Guyana, known for his role in overseeing infrastructure projects and addressing public concerns related to construction and utility services. Recently, he was in the news for responding to incidents involving the collapse of utility poles, where he emphasized the need for better oversight and communication from contractors to prevent such occurrences.
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Juan Edghill has contributed the Most Valuable Player (MVP) award as part of continued support from corporate and civil society.
Hamilton Green Cup quarterfinal race intensifies at Plaisance
Guyana· 2026-05-29
Public Works Minister Juan Edghill discussed the repurposing of the old Demerara Harbour Bridge for new transportation projects.
Sections of old Demerara bridge to be used in new transport projects - EdghillGuyana· 2026-05-27
Juan Edghill is the Minister of Public Works involved in the relocation of vendors for a road expansion project.
59 Buxton vendors to be relocated to new tarmacGuyana· 2026-03-06Mr. Juan Edghill is conducting the Ministry of Public Works amidst critical failures in road projects.
There is more than enough evidence of critical failures in a number of road projects procured and contracted by the Public Works MinistryGuyana· 2026-03-02
Juan Edghill made the commitment yesterday during an on-site inspection of ongoing installations in the community.
Entire Annandale North to be illuminated in two weeks – EdghillGuyana· 2026-02-27Juan Edghill met with vendors slated for relocation to facilitate the ongoing road widening project.
B Field, Sophia vendors to be relocated today - EdghillGuyana· 2026-02-25Minister of Public Works Juan Edghill responded to questions during the Committee of Supply’s consideration of the budget estimates.
Ram challenges gov’t intention to buy Berbice BridgeGuyana· 2026-02-17
Bishop Juan Edghill, Minister of Public Works, announced that Government is finalising negotiations to purchase the Berbice River Bridge.
The Berbice River Bridge: Subsidy, reversion and the politics of arithmeticGuyana· 2026-02-15Juan Edghill inspected critical infrastructure in various areas to identify and implement immediate remedial measures.
City flooded again from heavy rainGuyana· 2026-02-13
Public Works Minister Juan Edghill stated that the process could be completed by the end of the first quarter of this year.
Gov’t aiming to purchase Berbice River bridge by end of first quarter - EdghillGuyana· 2026-02-13Minister of Public Works, Bishop Juan Edghill, conducted high-level site visits in high hit areas.
City hit by flash floodingGuyana· 2026-02-13Minister of Public Works Juan Edghill has provided an update on the progress of the government multi-ministry complex.
Gov’t office complex nearly halfway; completion date extended to January 2027 – EdghillGuyana· 2026-02-09Minister Bishop Juan Edghill stated the government’s goal was to deliver a 'world-class replacement,' prioritizing community satisfaction over cost.
All-weather basketball court in Campbellville is a mistake which must be correctedGuyana· 2026-02-08Minister of Public Works, Juan Edghill, who repeatedly promised the report’s release without once invoking the 'military mission' caveat.
Non-release of helicopter crash reportGuyana· 2026-02-07
Juan Edghill had assured that the report into the GDF helicopter crash would be released.
Gov’t now says GDF copter crash report will not be releasedGuyana· 2026-02-07
Public Works Minister Juan Edghill stated that the truck involved in the accident was defective.
Truck driver in fatal bridge accident granted bailGuyana· 2026-02-05
Juan Edghill attended the opening ceremony of the new basketball court in Campbellville.
Campbellville gains new all-weather basketball courtGuyana· 2026-02-03
Minister of Public Works Juan Edghill said that it formed a 'social contract of inclusion'.
MPs feud over impact of budgetGuyana· 2026-02-03
Minister of Public Works Juan Edghill stated that the new highway will unlock major development opportunities across Region Six.
US$604M Palmyra-to-Moleson Creek road will reshape Region Six – EdghillGuyana· 2026-02-02Juan Edghill recently spearheaded a comprehensive inspection of several key locations across the capital city that have been earmarked for significant upgrades.
T&HD workshop compound, avenues for immediate upgrading - ministryGuyana· 2026-02-01
Juan Edghill warned about absenteeism on the construction of the airstrip at Matthews Ridge.
Edghill warns about absenteeism at Matthews Ridge airstrip projectGuyana· 2026-01-31Juan Edghill is the Minister of Public Works leading efforts to clear derelict vehicles from the parapets in Kitty.
Minister spearheads efforts to clear parapets in KittyGuyana· 2026-01-24Public Works Minister Juan Edghill says government has moved to intensify work on the Carifesta Avenue road widening project.
Gov’t pushing for early completion of delayed Carifesta Ave project - EdghillGuyana· 2026-01-18Public Works Minister Juan Edghill has said the ongoing rehabilitation works on the Black Bush Polder access road are being executed by Strategy and Development Construction Inc.
Black Bush access road rehab to be completed March 4 - EdghillGuyana· 2026-01-15Juan Edghill is the Minister of Public Works overseeing the Linden to Mabura Hill Road Upgrade Project.
Linden to Mabura Hill road upgrade at 62%Guyana· 2026-01-14
The Hon. Juan Edghill launched the MV Konawaruk 1899 as part of the government’s transportation infrastructure.
The power of nostalgia and reminiscenceGuyana· 2025-12-21
Minister of Public Works Juan Edghill said at the commissioning ceremony held aboard the vessel as it made its first return journey.
US$5m ferry launched - Stabroek NewsGuyana· 2025-12-20
Juan Edghill is the Minister of Public Works who conducted site visits to the Princess Street project.
The public, too, has its role to play by calling out the persistent absence of accountability in public projectsGuyana· 2025-12-18
Public Works Minister Juan Edghill announced the termination of a roadworks contract on Princes Street due to the contractor's failure to execute the project.
Edghill terminates contract for Princes St workGuyana· 2025-12-17Minister Juan Edghill announced the termination of a roadworks contract due to persistent complaints from residents.
Public Works Ministry terminates Backstreet, Diamond contractGuyana· 2025-12-17