The Ministry of Agriculture’s Agricultural Innovation and Entrepreneurship Programme (AIEP) is recording strong results in youth participation, business creation and modern production. This is according to Minister within the Ministry of Agriculture, Vikash Ramkissoon. The programme, launched in 2022, aims to empower youth in agriculture, boosting food security and fostering agribusinesses through modern techniques such […]
BUSINESS
Zero corporate tax incentives to drive growth beyond Georgetown
The Government is moving to deliberately push investment and higher-paying jobs into Guyana’s hinterland, riverine and outlying regions through a package of targeted tax incentives, as it acknowledges that the country’s current economic boom is still heavily concentrated in Georgetown and Region Four. Speaking on the issue, the Vice President said that while sectors such […]
CCAC warns against ‘No Refund’ signs as complaints reach $471M for 2025
With the Christmas season underway, the Competition and Consumer Affairs Commission (CCAC) is urging suppliers to stop displaying “No Refund” signs and to refrain from refusing refunds, returns or exchanges in violation of the Consumer Affairs Act. The reminder comes amid a rise in complaints and increased consumer activity during the holiday period. The CCAC, […]
From complaints to innovation: President Ali lauds private sector’s new drive
Guyana’s private sector is undergoing a remarkable transformation, moving from cautious conservatism to dynamic, results-driven innovation, President Dr. Irfaan Ali observed in his address at the Guyana Oil and Gas Energy Chamber Annual Awards Dinner on Friday. Speaking against the backdrop of the country’s offshore oil boom, he highlighted how local businesses are stepping up […]
Infrastructure boom opens doors for small and first-time contractors
Guyana’s ongoing infrastructure push is creating space for a wave of new and small contractors, as the government moves to widen public participation in national development. On the Starting Point podcast, Public Works Minister Bishop Juan Edghill explained that the PPP/C Administration has been building a fresh pool of contractors who are now taking on […]
UK–Guyana trade nearly triples in four years
…President Ali urges shift toward value-added goods Guyana’s trade with the United Kingdom has expanded at an exceptional pace over the last four years, almost tripling since 2020. President Dr Irfaan Ali highlighted this rapid climb on Wednesday evening as he addressed a reception for the 5th UK–Guyana Trade Mission. He noted that what began […]
President Ali: This Is Guyana’s Most Competitive Investment Window in Decades
President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali has issued a clear and confident call to investors, urging them to seize what he described as a “rare moment” of opportunity as Guyana builds the foundations of a diversified, sustainable, and globally competitive economy. Speaking at a recent engagement, the President asked a pointed question: “You may ask, why […]
Guyana Launches New Jewellers Association to Modernise Gold and Jewellery Sector
The Ministry of Natural Resources, in collaboration with the Guyana Gold Board and the Guyana Geology and Mines Commission, on Wednesday officially launched the Guyana Jewellers Association (GJA) at a stakeholder meeting held at Duke Lodge, Georgetown. The event forms part of the government’s ongoing Guyana Gold and Jewellery Development Strategy Programme (GG&JDSP). The establishment […]
UK trade delegation eyes new business in Guyana
Guyana’s strengthening ties with the United Kingdom were highlighted this week as the fifth UK Trade Delegation arrived in Georgetown to explore new investment opportunities across several key sectors.Senior Minister in the Office of the President with Responsibility for Finance, Dr. Ashni Singh, welcomed the visiting team during a reception at the Marriott Hotel on […]
GGMC warns miners to follow the law or face tough enforcement
The Guyana Geology and Mines Commission (GGMC) is once again putting miners on notice that stronger enforcement will be coming for those found breaching mining regulations across the country. The warning follows a directive from President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali for tougher action against illegal practices in the industry. In a statement issued on Monday, […]