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Mayor, Private Sector to ‘revitalise’ Georgetown
Several stakeholders on Thursday met with Georgetown Mayor, Alfred Mentore to discuss the revitalisation of the Capital City.
Representatives from the Tourism and Hospitality Association of Guyana (THAG), Private Sector Commission (PSC),…
GBTI nets $3 billion profit in 2023
Press release from GBTI - GBTI last year continued its growth trajectory marking increased financial profitability and according to the bank this performance was driven by prudent cost management and a focus on improving operational…
Guyana World Trade Center signs MoU to promote trade, networking of local businesses
With works ongoing to ensure that the physical structure is established here by the end of September 2024, Guyana’s first World Trade Center on Thursday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the World Trade Center Miami.
The…
Guyana’s first ‘grab and go’ fast food outlet opens on Saturday
Grabbing a meal most days, if not every day, can be a hassle whether it’s due to time constraints, traffic woes or simply a lack of options.
So, to bring a twist to the fast food industry in Guyana, ToGo-Guyana’s first ‘grab and go’ food…
Gov’t takes out $51.9 billion from oil fund in first withdrawal for 2024
See below full release from the Ministry of Finance:
Pursuant to the Natural Resource Fund (NRF) Act 2021, as amended by the Fiscal Enactments (Amendment) Act 2024, Parliamentary approval has been granted for US$1,586,150,331…
Swamped with engagements, Diaspora Unit launching new ‘Jessie’ AI support
Jessie, a new Artificial Intelligence (AI) platform, is being rolled out by the Diaspora Unit of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation so that information and services can be provided to eager members of the diaspora…
Company for regional ferry service incorporated in Guyana
The company responsible for the new ferry service among Guyana, Barbados and Trinidad and Tobago (T&T) has been incorporated in Guyana, Attorney General Anil Nandlall, SC, said Tuesday night.
The company - Cari Cargo Inc - will…
Mayor promises improved drainage at Bourda but wait continues for market feasibility studies
As the Georgetown Mayor and City Council (M&CC) continues its efforts to address the overcrowding of vendors in the city, focus is being placed on Bourda Market where drainage and irrigation concerns are worsening.
Mayor Alfred…
Taxi drivers reminded of vital role in tourism sector
Ensuring that the services offered within the country’s growing tourism sector are of high standards, Guyana Tourism Authority (GTA) Director Kamrul Baksh last week said taxi drivers are undergoing tourism training.
As part of efforts to…
Contractor blames utility companies, lists pending decisions among factors delaying Cemetery Rd.…
Pending decisions including the rehabilitation of two bridges and the extension of a carriageway as well a lack of reliability on the part three utility companies are among the factors which are contributing to the delay of the Cemetery…