by Josiah Williams As Guyana prepares to host the Caribbean Investment Forum and the Cricket Carnival, local tourism and hospitality operators are being urged to effectively highlight the country’s cultural richness and service industry. During a recent engagement, Minister of Tourism, Industry, and Commerce, Oneidge Walrond, emphasized the importance of showcasing Destination Guyana as tourist […]
By Saskia Warrick At the launch of the 18th Caribbean Agriculture Week, Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha underscored the critical need for regional partnerships and collective actions to drive agricultural transformation. The event, themed ‘Climate Smart Agriculture for a Sustainable Future,’ highlighted the sector’s evolution towards enhancing production and ensuring food security across Caribbean nations. Minister […]
President Dr. Irfaan Ali of Guyana has outlined significant opportunities for collaboration between CARICOM countries and Africa, emphasizing agriculture, renewable energy, and environmental services. His remarks were delivered during the 31st Afreximbank Annual Meetings and the AfriCaribbean Trade and Investment Forum held in Nassau, Bahamas. In his address, President Ali underscored the potential benefits of […]
Minister of Human Services and Social Security, Dr. Vindhya Persaud, discussed her Ministry’s ongoing initiatives to support individuals with disabilities by promoting their involvement in independent, practical projects. Minister Persaud highlighted the importance of the recently established Learning Lab at Mahaica, describing it as a source of inspiration that goes beyond employment to also encourage […]
The third edition of the Caribbean Investment Forum will take place in Guyana from July 10 to 12 at the Arthur Chung Convention Centre. Leo Naut, Deputy Executive Director and Officer in Charge at the Caribbean Export Development Agency, highlighted Guyana as an exceptional choice to host this year’s forum due to its robust support […]
By Saskia Warrick Canada, in collaboration with the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), has launched a transformative project aimed at promoting Gender-Responsive Climate-Smart Agriculture and Food Systems across the Caribbean. This initiative, funded with CAN$10 million, seeks to bolster resilience to climate change among Caribbean farmers while stimulating economic growth in the region. The […]
In an effort to foster youth leadership and strengthen bilateral ties, the Ministry of Education’s Unit of Allied Arts has partnered with the Chinese Embassy to inaugurate the 2024 Guyana-China Friendship Youth Leadership Development Competition. The fourth edition of this competition is open to students in grades 8, 9, and 10 from government secondary schools […]
In a bid to enhance trade relations between Canada and Guyana, the Canada-Guyana Chamber of Commerce (CGCC) has been called upon to ramp up its efforts in fostering strategic partnerships and investments. At the Annual General Meeting of the Canada-Guyana Chamber of Commerce, Foreign Secretary Robert Persaud emphasized the critical role the Chamber can play […]
By Josiah Williams In a joint effort with the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), Guyana is spearheading innovative projects to combat land degradation across various regions. These initiatives aim to promote sustainable land management practices, preserve natural resources, bolster the economy, and tackle challenges posed by climate change. Dr. Gillian Smith, the FAO Representative to […]
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is making significant strides in bolstering its regulatory capabilities through substantial investments in technology, particularly in light of Guyana’s burgeoning oil production. Director Kemraj Parsram underscores the EPA’s commitment to leveraging technology to elevate its regulatory standards. With the country’s increased oil production offshore, the EPA is allocating resources to […]