In order to stimulate growth and development for their citizens, Guyana and Ghana must find ways to substantially develop its oil and gas resources. Highlighting this key point was President of the Republic of Ghana, Nana Akufo-Addo, when he gave his opening address to the International Energy Conference and Expo, on Tuesday morning at the […]
Prime Minister of Barbados, Mia Mottley said countries of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) have embarked on a journey to begin a sustainable energy future, noting that it is a conversation they must never allow to waver. “Of the challenges facing our nations, the climate crisis and the energy transition present both threats and opportunities for […]
Guyana and Suriname have the potential to address the global energy needs, President of Suriname, Chandrikapersad Santokhi said on Tuesday. He was at the time delivering remarks during the opening of the International Energy Conference and Expo currently underway at the Marriot hotel, Kingston, Georgetown. He said the countries’ oil and gas industry could help […]
Achieving the goals of local content will see continued progress for Guyanese and local companies, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of oil giant ExxonMobil, Darren Woods has stated. He said Esso Exploration and Production Guyana Limited-the local ExxonMobil affiliate, has made progress in advancing local opportunities for the people of Guyana. To date, there are now […]
Minister of Housing and Water, Collin Croal, M.P, has announced his ministry’s plans to host the International Building Exposition this year. During the recently concluded national budget estimates, Minister Croal was questioned about a $27 million allocation under the ministry’s housing development programme. He explained that the sum caters for the hosting of the expo […]
The brackish water shrimp production along the Corentyne Coast, Region Six, is progressing smoothly and will soon see production exceeding the 500,000 kilograms projected annually. There are 66 ponds already completed in phase one of the project, while efforts to establish an additional 13 ponds have advanced to meet the 79 mark. Agriculture Minister, Zulfikar […]
Hundreds of young people across the country could soon benefit from the Caribbean Vocational Qualification (CVQ) programme, as the Ministry of Education is considering expanding the programme to 30 additional secondary schools. Dr. Ritesh Tularam, Deputy Chief Education Officer (DCEO)-Technical said the ministry is working to ensure young persons are able to acquire a skilled […]
—Says plan is to ensure sustainability, economic opportunities for both countries His Excellency Dr. Irfaan Ali said that Guyana and Barbados are working to create a success model for the Region that will focus heavily on mitigating aspects of climate change and on enhanced food security measures. The Head of State made this assertion last evening […]
Minister of Health, Dr. Frank Anthony, M.P, said the ministry has sent 20 samples taken from COVID-19 patients to the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) to test for the Omicron variant. Guyana recorded a spike in COVID-19 cases at the end of December. This, health officials suspected, was due to the highly transmissible Omicron variant […]
Guyana’s Private Sector Commission (PSC) on Monday held a consultation with the Barbados Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI), to strengthen and explore additional investment opportunities between the countries. Held at the Regus centre, Waterloo Street, Georgetown, the engagement saw intensive discussions on possible commodities and sectors that could either develop or expand their industries. […]