By Delicia Janneire Banks D’Aguiar’s Industries & Holdings (Banks DIH) continues its tradition of supporting local organizations through its annual Deeds of Covenant disbursement. In its latest initiative, Banks DIH donated $5.7 million to 27 local organizations under its Deeds of Covenant Disbursement program. Beneficiaries include prominent institutions such as Missionaries of Charity, St. John’s […]
By Delicia Janneire Local businesses from Guyana showcased their products and secured promising deals at the recent Barbados AgroFest, signaling potential expansion opportunities in regional markets. John Edghill, Senior Director for Investment at the Guyana Office for Investment (GO-Invest), reported that Guyanese companies received significant support at the event, with over 90% of their products […]
By Shawnette Fiedtkou Commander of the Regional Police Division 10, Superintendent Guy Nurse, has outlined the division’s commitment to implementing various strategies aimed at significantly reducing crime and accidents in 2024. Ending 2023 on a positive note, the regional division reported a 13% reduction in crime and an 18% decrease in traffic accidents. Superintendent Nurse […]
By Shawnette Fiedtkou In a bid to diversify agricultural practices and boost economic growth, hemp farming is set to commence in Region 10, marking a significant step forward in Guyana’s agricultural landscape. Co-founder of the Guyana Hemp Industries, Michael Kirton, anticipates that hemp cultivation in Region 10 will become the next major cash crop, with […]
By Royan Abrams Minister of Local Government and Regional Development, Sonia Parag, led a community outreach effort in several Corentyne Coast communities, including No. 77, Masjid Square Corriverton, and Jonnie Square in Line Path. The objective of the meeting was to inform residents about the benefits of the 2024 budgetary allocations and to address their […]
By Josiah Williams The United Kingdom’s Export Finance Agency has greenlit a substantial financial package for Guyana, offering significant opportunities for the local private sector. This announcement was made during a press conference earlier today by UK Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Americas and Caribbean, David Rutley. Under the new arrangement, the Guyanese government and […]
A groundbreaking initiative, the ‘One Guyana Digital’ program, has been officially launched as a collaborative effort between the Government of Guyana and Toronto Metropolitan University. This ambitious endeavor aims to provide digital skills training to over 2,000 Guyanese citizens, marking a significant step towards positioning Guyana as a global digital services hub. President Irfaan Ali […]
In a groundbreaking move aimed at bolstering the digital capabilities of Caribbean youth, President Mohammed Irfaan Ali, Chairman of Caricom, has unveiled a transformative proposal put forth by the United Arab Emirates (UAE). During the opening ceremony of a recent event, President Ali revealed the UAE’s proposal, which seeks to empower Caribbean youngsters with essential […]
Foreign Secretary of Guyana, Robert Persaud, has highlighted Guyana’s growing recognition as a global leader in addressing the challenges of climate change, energy sustainability, and food security. Guyana’s recent election to the United Nations Security Council serves as a testament to the international community’s confidence in the nation’s capabilities. Secretary Persaud emphasized that Guyana’s commitment […]
By Fabiana Mcklmon Today, at a presentation held at the Umana Yana in Georgetown, First Lady Arya Ali announced the expansion of the Menstrual Hygiene Initiative, aimed at ending period poverty in Guyana. During the event, First Lady Arya Ali expressed her commitment to gradually expand the initiative’s coverage as more funding becomes available. Her […]