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 […]
During his address at the 12th Annual Consultation with Caribbean Governors of the IDB at the Guyana Marriott Hotel in Kingston, President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali emphasized Guyana’s commitment to building a sustainable and resilient economy. President Ali highlighted the significant investments made by the government to bolster economic expansion, particularly in the energy sector […]
At the 12th Annual Consultation with Caribbean Governors of the IDB held at the Guyana Marriott Hotel in Kingston, President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali underscored the importance of transforming Guyana’s human resources to meet the demands of the burgeoning oil and gas sector. In his address, President Ali emphasized the need to utilize investments in […]
By Delicia Janneire In a significant milestone, Guyana has become the first country in the Western Hemisphere to finalize the Canadian Sovereign Loan Programme, aimed at bolstering the Human Services Sector. The ceremonial signing of this groundbreaking agreement took place at the Canadian High Commissioner’s Residence in Bel Air Gardens, marking a momentous occasion for […]