Guyana’s transition to electric mobility is quickly becoming a defining feature of President Irfaan Ali’s vision for a modern, digitized nation built on clean energy and technological innovation. As the country joined the international community in observing World Electric Vehicle (EV) Day 2025 on September 9, the progress made over the past five years highlighted […]
BUSINESS
Zayd’s lemonade sale raises $9M for animal welfare
First Son Zayd Ali has raised $9 million in his second lemonade sale. The funds were immediately handed over to eight animal shelters and organisations. The event was held on Friday on the lawns of the State House, where hundreds of people gathered to enjoy an afternoon in the sun with several planned activities for […]
Iva Wharton elected as new President of GPA
The Guyana Press Association (GPA) elected a new executive council on Sunday, during its General Members Meeting held at the Theatre Guild in Kingston, Georgetown. Journalist Iva Wharton was elected President, Editor Ariana Gordon as Vice President, and Journalist Svetlana Abrams and Editor Samantha Alleyne were chosen as Honourary Treasurer and Assistant Treasurer, respectively. Four-floor […]
Around 1,000 house lots to be distributed in Linden
Approximately one thousand residential lots will be allocated to families in the Linden area as part of the New Wismar Phase 2 Housing Development. The allocations will take place at Watooka House during a “Dream Realise” event, benefitting families across low, middle, moderate, and high-income brackets. Additionally, over 90 Certificates of Title will be distributed […]
GNBS records surge in certifications in second quarter of 2025
A growing number of Guyanese businesses are stepping up to meet National Standards. In line with the Government of Guyana’s call for greater conformance to Standards and Certification, the Guyana National Bureau of Standards (GNBS) has recorded a significant increase in business certifications during the second quarter of 2025. This trend reflects a growing movement […]
Gov’t pledges easier access to capital, tax incentives for small businesses
As Guyana continues to experience major economic growth, President Dr. Irfaan Ali has announced a series of government-led initiatives aimed at improving access to financing and support for small and medium-sized businesses across the country. Speaking at the Region Three Chamber of Commerce’s event, President Ali assured the business community that his administration is committed […]
Rose Hall to see major drainage and street upgrades as gov’t subvention rises to $50M
The Rose Hall Town Council in Region Six is preparing to roll out a series of long-awaited upgrades to its drainage systems, walkways, and minor roads, following a significant increase in government subvention to municipalities from $18 million to $50 million this year. Speaking with the media earlier this week, Mayor Dave Budhu said that […]
Mitra Ramkumar elected back as President of THAG
Read the full press release by the Tourism and Hospitality Association of Guyana (THAG): The Tourism and Hospitality Association of Guyana (THAG) successfully concluded its 32nd Annual General Meeting (AGM) on June 27, 2025, at the Herdmanston Lodge Hotel. At the AGM, Mr. Mitra Ramkumar, Finance Director of the Roraima Group of Companies, was elected […]
“Growth over handouts” – PSC Chair praises government’s development strategy
The Chairman of the Private Sector Commission (PSC), Captain Gerry Gouveia Jr., says Guyana is on track for long-term transformation, not solely because of oil wealth, but because of the country’s deliberate shift toward opportunity-driven growth over handouts. Speaking in a recent interview with The El Dorado Beacon, Gouveia praised the Ali administration’s focus on […]
New copyright study spurs call for reform to support Guyanese creators
A recent copyright study has sparked calls for urgent reform of Guyana’s outdated copyright laws, aiming to better protect local creatives and strengthen the country’s cultural economy. The findings were presented at a forum hosted by the World Trade Centre Georgetown (WTCG), highlighting critical gaps in the existing system that have left many creators vulnerable […]