By Radha Motielall In the wake of the successful Energy Conference and Supply Chain Expo, Guyana is gearing up to host the upcoming Caricom Heads of Government meeting and the IDB annual meeting of Caribbean governors. These significant events will see the participation of heads and senior officials from various multilateral agencies. Foreign Secretary Robert […]
By Josiah Williams Saipem Guyana Inc is set to bolster its operations with the establishment of a new construction facility on the newly constructed artificial island in Region 3 of the Demerara River. The announcement was made by Gianluigi Della Rosa, the Country Manager of Saipem Guyana Inc, during their technical forum on the final […]
By Josiah Williams Finance Minister Dr. Ashni Singh has emphasized the importance of investing in long-term projects that can yield profits over the medium and long term, speaking at the Guyana Energy Conference and Supply Chain Expo. Addressing attendees on the third day of the conference, Dr. Singh highlighted Guyana’s robust economy, noting that both […]
By Fabiana Mcklmon In a strategic move aimed at revolutionizing business services and bolstering cybersecurity, GTT (Guyana Telephone and Telegraph Company) has launched Brava, a dedicated business arm committed to providing cutting-edge solutions tailored to meet the evolving needs of the Guyanese business community. Brava’s primary objective is to simplify and fortify businesses by offering […]
Dengue, a viral infection transmitted by mosquitoes, poses a significant health risk, particularly in tropical and subtropical climates. While many individuals infected with the dengue virus may not display symptoms, those who do often experience fever, headache, body aches, nausea, and rash. In severe cases, dengue can lead to hospitalization and, in some instances, prove […]
In a bid to foster basketball talent from a young age, Youth Basketball Guyana (YBG) has announced plans to launch a primary school basketball tournament as part of its 2024 calendar of events. Under the direction of YBG director Chris Bowman, the program will kick off with the Challenge Series and shooting competition, designed to […]
Guyana has announced its team of 23 athletes and officials for the 51st Carifta Track and Field championship, scheduled to take place at the Kirani James Stadium in Grenada from March 30th to April 1st. The team comprises both under 17 and under 20 athletes, with Tianna Springer, a Commonwealth and CARIFTA gold medalist, leading […]
By Samuel Gillis ExxonMobil Guyana President Alistair Routledge emphasized the importance of strategic investments in Guyana’s infrastructure and workforce training during his address at the ongoing energy conference and exhibition. He highlighted the significance of these investments in enhancing Guyana’s global competitiveness and ensuring a sustainable future for the country’s economy. Routledge commended the current […]
By Samuel Gillis During the Guyana Energy Conference and Supply Chain Expo, Winston Brassington, Consultant for the Ministry of Natural Resources, unveiled promising developments in the country’s energy sector. He announced that Guyanese citizens could expect a significant 50% reduction in electricity rates by mid-2025 with the commissioning of the gas-to-energy facility. Brassington highlighted the […]
By Nakasia Logan A devastating mid-morning fire has left a family of eight homeless after engulfing their home in Vigilance, East Coast Demerara. Aubrey Matthews, a forty-eight-year-old mechanic, and his family were left without shelter as the fire ravaged their one-flat wooden structure. Matthews, who was working nearby at the time of the incident, recounted […]