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. […]
The public is being reminded that despite the removal of the curfew other COVID-19 measures remain in place. During the Monday’s Covid-19 update, Minister of Health, Dr. Frank Anthony noted that persons still need to wear masks, socially distance and follow all other protocols to guard against the disease. “I would urge people, not because […]
The International Energy Conference and Expo Guyana is about more than just drawing attention to Guyana’s resource potential, said Communications Director, Alex Graham. During a press briefing on the eve of the conference, Graham told reporters that it is also about centering Guyana on the global discourse on sustainability and natural resource development. “When the […]
Guyana’s hospitality sector will be further expanded with the grand International Energy Conference and Expo, set to open here on Tuesday. Chief Investment Officer and CEO of GO-Invest, Dr. Peter Ramsaroop said due to the large delegation visiting for the premier energy talks, there has been a great demand for hotel rooms. Ramsaroop made the […]