United States Ambassador to Guyana Nicole Theriot says American companies remain deeply invested in Guyana’s rapidly expanding oil and gas sector, with the United States bringing not only technical expertise but also “fairness in price” and long-term sustainability to projects. Speaking with the News Room on the sidelines of the…
1,200 local businesses now participating in oil sector as nearly 7,000 Guyanese trained – Bharrat
More than 1,200 local businesses are now participating in Guyana’s oil and gas sector, while nearly 7,000 Guyanese have been trained and are currently employed in the industry, Minister of Natural Resources Vickram Bharrat announced on Tuesday. Bharrat said these achievements reflect the strong impact of Guyana’s Local Content legislation,…
Unlicensed Airbnbs urged to get registered as accommodations expand across Guyana
Airbnb, an online platform that allows property owners to rent out rooms, apartments and homes to travellers has become one of the most popular alternatives to traditional hotels worldwide. Regionally, several Caribbean destinations have seen major increases in Airbnb listings in recent years as tourism demand rises and more homeowners…
Clerk in custody after found with 35.6 pounds of ganja
A 45-year-old office clerk was arrested on Thursday after police discovered 35.6 pounds of cannabis during a search on Lombard Street, Georgetown. According to Police Headquarters, an intelligence-led operation was conducted at about 11:00hrs. The clerk was initially found with a transparent zip-lock plastic bag containing cannabis. Further enquiries led…
Karpowership launches new technology lab at GTI
Karpowership has launched a new AutoCAD Technology Lab at the Government Technical Institute (GTI), in a move aimed at strengthening technical education and skills training in Guyana. The facility, equipped with high-performance desktop computers donated by the company, will support digital design and drafting programmes used in engineering and construction….
Labourer fined $400,000 for multiple traffic offences
A 24-year-old labourer from Sheet Anchor, East Canje Berbice, is facing a total of $400,000 in fines and up to six months’ imprisonment after pleading guilty to a number of traffic-related offences. Keion Clarke appeared on Thursday before Magistrate Michelle Matthias at the New Amsterdam Magistrate’s Court, where he was…
Athlete welfare takes centre stage at NSC/Ministry of Health physio programme
The upcoming physiotherapy seminar for coaches, featuring a panel of experienced local practitioners and sports medicine specialists, is being positioned as a major step toward strengthening athlete welfare and performance standards in Guyana. The one-day programme, set for February 27 at the Cliff Anderson Sports Hall, will be led by…
Berbice and Demerara to contest final of GCB U-16 Inter-County
Berbice and Demerara will contest the final of the Guyana Cricket Board (GCB) first-ever Under-16 Inter-County 50-over competition, following the completion of the third and final round of preliminary matches on Thursday. Berbice emerged top of the points table with three wins from three games, while Demerara ended second with…
‘From Creatives to Commerce’ Forum highlights importance of Guyana’s Orange Economy
The spotlight was placed on Guyana’s creative sector on Wednesday evening as industry leaders, artists and business stakeholders gathered at the World Trade Center Georgetown for the Orange Economy Forum, “From Creatives to Commerce”. The forum examined how creativity can be transformed into viable enterprise, with discussions centered on strengthening…
Second phase of Wales Gas-to-Energy project should move ahead this year – Brassington
Construction at the second phase of the Wales Gas-to-Energy project should start later this year as part of efforts to meet Guyana’s skyrocketing energy demand, Head of the country’s Gas-to-Energy Taskforce Winston Brassington said on Thursday. Brassington spoke at the 2026 Guyana Energy Conference and Supply Chain Expo, hosted this…
