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Energy Conference Exhibition Opens with Strong Business Participation

By Delicia JanneireFebruary 18, 2025 The highly anticipated Energy Conference and Exhibition opened today, with over 190 local, regional, and international businesses showcasing their products and services. Participants expressed optimism about forming key partnerships with local enterprises, particularly in the oil and gas sector. The exhibition features companies from various industries, including those focused on […]

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Local Development News

Minister Parag Rejects Opposition’s ‘Garbage City’ Claims

By Celestine ChaconFebruary 18, 2025 Minister of Local Government and Regional Development, Sonia Parag, has dismissed claims by the opposition that Georgetown was a “garbage city” under the tenure of the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) government. During the 101st sitting of the National Assembly on Monday, Opposition Member Ganesh Mahipaul criticized the PPP/C’s management of […]

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Britton to Open ITTF Pan American Cup Campaign on Wednesday

February 18, 2025 Top national table tennis player Shemar Britton is set to begin his campaign on Wednesday at the ITTF Pan American Cup, currently underway in San Francisco, USA. Fellow Guyanese player and Olympian Chelsea Edghill will enter the competition on Friday. The Pan American Cup, the ITTF Continental Cup for the Americas, commenced […]

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CBB Senior Ladies Dominate Lenny Shuffler Volleyball Tournament

February 18, 2025 The Classic Ball Blasters (CBB) Senior Ladies team secured victory in the Lenny Shuffler Volleyball Tournament, held at the National Gymnasium, with a commanding performance against Eagles Volleyball Club. In the final match, CBB Senior overwhelmed their opponents with a straight-sets win, securing scores of 25-11, 25-9, and 25-13. Their precise attacks […]

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Guyana Names U21 Hockey Squad for Pan American Challenge

February 18, 2025 Guyana’s national Under-21 men’s hockey team has been announced for the upcoming Pan American Hockey Federation Junior Challenge, set to take place in Barbados from March 8-16. The tournament serves as the regional qualifier for the Junior Pan American Games, scheduled for August 9-22 in Paraguay. The competition will feature a single-pool […]

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Guyana Names U21 Men’s Hockey Squad for Pan American Junior Challenge

February 18, 2025 The coaching staff of Guyana’s Under-21 men’s hockey team, led by Head Coach Robert Fernandes, has finalized the squad for the upcoming Pan American Hockey Federation Junior Challenge. The tournament, which serves as the regional qualifier for the Junior Pan American Games, will be held in Barbados from March 8 to 16. […]

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Human Development News

Minister of Human Services Highlights Child Protection Efforts and Upcoming Initiatives

February 11, 2025 Minister of Human Services and Social Security, Dr. Vindhya Persaud, recently outlined the ministry’s ongoing efforts to enhance childcare and protection services in Guyana. In her first media engagement of a new series, Dr. Persaud emphasized the importance of prioritizing the safety and well-being of children, an area that has seen significant […]

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Final Showdown Set for Mash Street Football Championships Tonight

February 15, 2025 The highly anticipated finals of the Seventh Annual Mashramani Street Football Championship will take place tonight at the National Park Tarmac, bringing weeks of intense competition to an exciting conclusion. The tournament, which began two weeks ago with 32 teams competing for the championship trophy and a $500,000 cash prize, is now […]

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Human Development News

Children’s Mashramani Competition – Dance and Hip-Hop Finals

By Marlena Willie | February 15, 2025 The National Cultural Centre was alive with energy as children from schools across Guyana competed in the Dance and Hip-Hop finals of the Children’s Mashramani Competition. The event, organized by the Ministry of Education’s Unit of Allied Arts, featured students showcasing their talent in group and individual dance […]

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Business and Economy News

GBTI Launches Invoice Financing for Oil and Gas Sector

By Delicia Janneire | February 14, 2025 The Guyana Bank for Investment and Trade (GBTI) has launched an invoice financing initiative aimed at supporting local businesses supplying goods and services to ExxonMobil Guyana. This new facility allows registered suppliers with approved invoices from the oil giant to access advanced financing of up to 80% of […]

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