By Delicia Janneire | January 8, 2025 Prime Minister Brigadier Retired Mark Phillips is optimistic that the Gas-to-Energy (GTE) project will meet its completion deadline, despite ongoing progress and logistics. Speaking at his year-in-review press conference this week, the Prime Minister provided updates on several key energy projects, including Gas-to-Energy and the Amaila Falls Hydropower […]
By Samuel Sukhnandan | January 6, 2025 President Dr. Irfaan Ali outlined the government’s strategic investments in revitalizing the forestry and bauxite sectors, crucial components of Guyana’s economy. Speaking during a live broadcast of Growth Agenda: Progress Under Review, he highlighted several key initiatives aimed at stimulating growth and job creation in these industries. In […]
By Leeron Brumell | January 3, 2025 Guyana’s international profile continues to rise, with increasing recognition of the country’s economic potential. President Dr. Irfaan Ali, speaking at his year-end press conference, expressed satisfaction with the government’s efforts in marketing Guyana as a prime investment destination. While acknowledging progress, the President has already outlined new targets […]
Jan 2, 2025 Despite encountering minor challenges, the Gas to Energy project has reached significant milestones, as confirmed by President Dr. Irfaan Ali during his end-of-year press conference. Among the achievements highlighted by the President was the completion of a 250-kilometre pipeline to a new facility on the West Coast of Demerara, a critical component […]
By Saskia Warrick, NCN News – December 30, 2024 The agriculture sector in Guyana has experienced growth and transformation in most areas, with one notable exception: sugar production. Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha revealed at his year-end press conference that sugar production has fallen short of expectations, with just over 47,000 tons produced, marking a decline […]
By Saskia Warrick – December 27, 2024 Guyana’s energy sector is poised for a significant transformation with the approval of a $526 million loan from the US Export-Import Bank to support the country’s ambitious Gas-to-Energy (GTE) project. This initiative aims to boost energy security, cut emissions, and enhance the nation’s electricity capacity. The project will […]
By Celestine ChaconDecember 23, 2024 Teachers and staff of the Ministry of Education have begun collecting their one-time $100,000 cash grant as part of the festive season’s support. The distribution process commenced earlier today at the Ministry’s Brickdam office before moving to St. Stanislaus College, where several stations were set up for efficient access. Shannielle […]
By Josiah WilliamsDecember 19, 2024 As Guyana celebrates five years of oil production since its historic “first oil” on December 19, 2019, the country has seen transformative changes that are benefiting local businesses and citizens alike. Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP), highlighted the immense impact that oil production has […]
By Celestine ChaconDecember 18, 2024 The Amaya Milk Company has introduced two new milk flavors to its growing range of products. The official launch event was held at Coffee Bean in the Amazonia Mall, where Guyanese CEO Omakaar Sharma unveiled the new chocolate and strawberry flavored milks. Sharma revealed that the new products were launched […]
By Josiah WilliamsDecember 17, 2024 The longstanding friendship between Guyana and Qatar serves as a model of global cooperation, with both nations committed to mutual growth and development. President Dr. Irfaan Ali emphasized this during a reception at the Marriott Hotel on Monday evening to celebrate Qatar’s National Day. In his remarks, the President highlighted […]