By Delicia Janneire The 2024 Mining Week activities concluded with a vibrant Port Knockers’ Day celebration in Mahdia, Region 8, marking a successful end to a series of events aimed at supporting and improving the mining industry. The Port Knockers’ Day, a staple of the annual Mining Week, attracted residents from Mahdia and surrounding villages. […]
By Saskia Warrick The 2025 Guyana Energy Conference and Supply Chain Expo, scheduled for February 18-21, promises to be a landmark event in the energy sector, spotlighting Guyana’s growth across various industries. Under the theme “Connecting the Dots: Integrating the Future,” the conference aims to be the most impactful edition yet. The 4th installment of […]
By Celestine Chacon The annual Pork Knockers Day, a highlight of Mining Week in Guyana, took place across various mining districts, bringing the week-long festivities to a close. Organized by the Guyana Geology and Mines Commission, this event celebrated the critical role of the mining industry in the nation’s economy. Pork Knockers Day was observed […]
By Kristin Josiah Grenada’s Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell has emphasized his government’s intention to collaborate with Guyana in key sectors such as sustainable energy generation, poultry production, and spice cultivation. These partnerships are vital for Grenada’s goals of enhancing food security and boosting its tourism industry. Grenada, renowned for its spice production, including nutmeg, mace, […]
By Josiah Williams Today marked the commencement of a four-day National Oil Spill Contingency Planning Workshop at the Guyana Police Force Headquarters. This workshop is part of the government’s ongoing efforts to enhance Guyana’s preparedness and response capabilities in the event of an oil spill. Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips opened the workshop, emphasizing […]
By Saskia Warrick In a significant move to sustainably manage and grow the extractive industries, the Government of Guyana has signed a $1.9 million US dollar contract with the US-based company, Global Venture Consulting Inc. The contract aims to enhance mineral mapping efforts across key mining districts in the country. The mineral mapping project will […]
By Josiah Williams The Guyanese government is actively working to bridge the digital and energy divide between hinterland and coastland communities, reaffirming its commitment to equitable development. Prime Minister Mark Phillips highlighted these efforts during his address at the National Toshaos Conference. The government has already introduced high-speed internet to several communities across regions 1, […]
By Josiah Williams Guyana has officially received its own capping stack, a crucial piece of equipment that can be utilized in the event of an oil spill. This significant acquisition aims to enhance the country’s readiness and response capabilities for potential oil spill incidents. A capping stack is a large device placed over an oil […]
By Josiah Williams Eight companies have expressed interest in conducting 3D seismic studies offshore Guyana to assess oil levels in various blocks. This development follows Guyana’s call for Expressions of Interest (EOIs) to enhance the competitiveness of future bid rounds for oil exploration. The announcement was made by PPP General Secretary, Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, during […]
The Government of Guyana is actively considering proposals to restart mining operations at Troy’s Resources, marking a potential revitalization for the local gold mining sector. Natural Resources Minister Vickram Bharrat disclosed this during a recent engagement with industry stakeholders. Troy’s Resources, an Australian company operating in Region Eight, began mining at the Karouni Mining Site […]