By Saskia Warrick, December 6, 2024 Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo has called for stronger reciprocity within the CARICOM trade bloc to address longstanding barriers hindering the export of local products. His remarks came during the Guyana Manufacturing and Services Association (GMSA) Awards Dinner, where local manufacturers raised concerns about these trade challenges. Lesley Ramlall, […]
By Delicia Janneire | December 5, 2024 Guyana has officially signed an air services agreement with South Korea, marking a significant development in the country’s air connectivity. The agreement was formalized this morning during a ceremony held at the Cheddi Jagan International Airport, with Minister of Public Works, Juan Edghill, signing on behalf of Guyana. […]
By Celestine Chacon | December 5, 2024 Vendors at the “One Guyana Supermarket” located in the Christmas village on Main Street have praised the new initiative, expressing optimism for continued boosts in sales throughout the holiday season. The supermarket, a recent addition to the annual Christmas village, is offering small and medium-sized businesses a unique […]
By Josiah Williams | December 4, 2024 Small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) in Guyana have shown significant growth and are making valuable contributions to the local economy, according to the Ministry of Tourism, Industry, and Commerce. The ministry’s end-of-year press conference highlighted the successful performance of SMEs and the support they have received from the […]
By Josiah Williams | December 4, 2024 Regulatory stability will play a crucial role in securing future investments in the Guyana-Suriname Basin, according to Alistair Routledge, President of ExxonMobil Guyana. Routledge made this statement during an appearance on the Energy Perspectives podcast, a weekly series leading up to the Guyana Energy Conference and Supply Chain […]
By Celestine Chacon | December 4, 2024 Guyana has witnessed a significant rise in tourism in 2024, with approximately 300,000 visitors arriving between January and October, according to the Minister of Tourism, Industry, and Commerce, Oneidge Walrond. During the Ministry’s year-end press conference, Walrond announced that visitor arrivals have increased by 15% compared to the […]
By Josiah Williams | December 3, 2024 The One Guyana Christmas Village on Main Street has officially opened, ushering in the festive season with a celebration of Guyanese culture, unity, and prosperity. Over 80 small and medium-sized businesses are participating in this year’s event, offering a variety of local produce, products, and cultural goods. President […]
By Delicia Janneire | December 3, 2024 The festive spirit is alive and well as the annual ‘One Guyana Christmas Village’ attracts large crowds this holiday season. Located along Main Street Avenue, the village has become a hub for holiday shopping and entertainment, now complemented by a newly opened Christmas supermarket. Visitors can explore a […]
By Josiah Williams | November 29, 2024 International Group Investments Inc. (IGI Inc.), a local company that was awarded oil blocks in 2022, is broadening its impact in Guyana by making significant investments in the agriculture and education sectors. As part of its corporate social responsibility strategy, IGI Inc. has acquired land in Moblissa and […]
By Josiah Williams – November 23, 2024 Thirty-five small business owners were recognized for their outstanding contributions to Guyana’s economy at the Small Business Bureau Awards held at the Pegasus Suites. Entrepreneurs from diverse sectors, including agro-processing, sustainable tourism, fashion, business consultancy, and cultural acts, were commended for their innovation and hard work. During the […]