Banks DIH Limited, a prominent player in Guyana’s business landscape, has reported impressive financial results for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2023, showcasing resilience and adaptability in the face of global challenges. At the company’s Annual General Meeting held at Thirst Park, Chairman and Managing Director Clifford Reis shared the financial highlights with shareholders. […]
The Ministry of Health has officially commissioned a new health centre at Schepmoed on the East Bank of Berbice, representing a significant addition to primary healthcare services in Region Six. The construction of health centers across the region is part of the government’s efforts to enhance healthcare accessibility. The Schepmoed Health Post, with an investment […]
Minister of Labour, Joseph Hamilton, has emphasized the government’s steadfast commitment to serving the people of Guyana, aiming to surpass the efforts made in the previous year. In a recent interview, Minister Hamilton pointed out the increased allocation of funds in the 2024 budget, which is intended to support a wide range of programs benefiting […]
In a significant move to support local entrepreneurs, the government disbursed cash grants exceeding $30 million to over 143 small business owners in Region Three. The distribution, organized by the Ministry of Tourism, Industry, and Commerce under the Small Business Bureau, took place in Santa Mission, Leguaan, and Wakenaam. Recipients of the small business cash […]
In a significant stride toward bolstering marine conservation efforts in Guyana, two environmental conservation organizations, the Guyana Marine Conservation Society (GMCS) and the EMC Foundation, are set to undertake projects funded by the Blue Social Challenge Fund. As the inaugural beneficiaries of the Blue Social Challenge Fund, the GMCS and EMC Foundation will channel the […]
United Airlines is set to begin serving the Guyanese market from April 1, 2024, according to the Director General of the Guyana Civil Aviation Authority, Egbert Fields. The nonstop air services will connect the oil capital of the USA, Houston, Texas, with Georgetown, Guyana. United Airlines expressed its interest in commencing operations in Guyana in […]
Regional food security takes a step forward with the launch of the Caribbean Agricultural Productivity Improvement Activity (CAPA) project. The initiative primarily targets turmeric, cherry, and coconut production, providing farmers with specialized technical assistance. The CAPA project aims to boost the production of fruits and vegetables, enhance domestic and regional marketing connections, and reinforce public-private […]
As the budget debates intensify in the National Assembly on Day 3, Minister of Agriculture Zulfikar Mustapha and Opposition MP Vinceroy Jordan engaged in a debate on allocations and investments in the agriculture sector. Opposition MP Vinceroy Jordan opened the debates by urging the government to implement a more targeted approach for expanding the local […]
Government Chief Whip Gail Teixeira addressed the opposition’s criticism of Budget 2024, stating that there are fundamental philosophical differences between the coalition and the PPP/C. In her 34th budget debate, Teixeira criticized the PNC-led opposition, describing them as irresponsible, reckless, and lacking substance. Teixeira expressed strong support for Budget 2024, describing it as a tangible […]
Minister of Natural Resources, Vickram Bharrat, has responded to opposition accusations regarding the alleged reckless use of the Natural Resources Sovereign Wealth Fund, emphasizing that the government has strengthened its functionality. Bharrat made these remarks during his budget debate presentation in the National Assembly, countering concerns raised by the opposition about the financial management of […]