Agricultural modernisation opens new opportunities for young entrepreneurs
GUYANA’S agricultural sector is creating new opportunities for young entrepreneurs involving technology, innovation and higher-value production. Minister of Agriculture, Zulfikar Mustapha, expressed this sentiment while speaking to the Department of Public Information (DPI) on Tuesday. He said this is particularly evident in the growing use of protected agriculture, hydroponics and other technology-driven approaches that allow […]
Labour Ministry advances review of Guyana’s labour laws
THE Ministry of Labour and Manpower Planning is advancing the review and modernisation of Guyana’s labour laws through consultations with government, legal and international labour stakeholders. The latest discussions were held on Tuesday in the Ministry’s Boardroom, with participants examining areas where existing legislation may require amendment, harmonisation or repeal. The consultation is part of […]
Traffic Chief calls for tougher action against dangerous drivers
– over 30,000 speeding tickets in six months MORE than 30,000 speeding tickets issued during the first half of 2026 have prompted Traffic Chief and Assistant Commissioner Mahendra Singh to call for stronger penalties and greater accountability to curb dangerous driving and reduce road fatalities. According to the government’s 2026 Mid-Year Report, the Safe Road […]
TVET centres for every region by end of 2026
– expositions celebrate skills, inspire future to transform lives THE Government plans to establish a Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) centre in every region of Guyana by the end of 2026, as it moves to expand access to skills training and better prepare young people for employment and entrepreneurship. Minister of Education, Sonia […]
Speaker Nadir rejects opposition’s excuse for skipping Presidential Committees briefing
OPPOSITION Members of Parliament serving on both the Foreign Relations Committee and the Economic Services Committee failed to attend a high-level briefing hosted by His Excellency President Dr Irfaan Ali, sparking sharp criticism over parliamentary accountability and commitment to matters of national importance. The meeting at the Office of the President was arranged through the […]
Mohamed allies waging campaign to undermine Norton, PNC/APNU
– Miami-based researcher and author says – alleges effort to influence US policymakers’ perception of Guyana’s political landscape MIAMI-BASED investigative researcher and anti-corruption author, Thomas Anderson, has alleged that allies of businessman Azruddin Mohamed are waging a campaign aimed at undermining Aubrey Norton and the PNC/APNU in an effort to influence the perception of Guyana’s […]
Minister Parag leads assessment of UG Turkeyen Campus infrastructure
EDUCATION Minister, Sonia Parag, on Tuesday, led a multi-agency assessment of the University of Guyana’s Turkeyen Campus as Government moves to identify and address infrastructural needs and improve the learning environment for students and staff. The inspection covered classrooms, lecture theatres, washrooms, the library and other key facilities across the campus, with technical officers assessing […]
Construction sector expands by 24.7 per cent in first half of 2026
GUYANA’S construction sector grew by 24.7 per cent during the first half of 2026, driven by increased public and private investment in infrastructure, housing and other development projects, according to the Government’s 2026 Mid-Year Report. The sector’s expansion formed part of broader economic growth recorded during the period, with the economy growing by 33.3 per […]
Guyana’s livestock industry continues to soar
–with targeted investment, Mid-Year Report highlights GUYANA’S livestock sub-sector expanded by an estimated 17.5 percent in the first half of 2026, according to the Mid-Year Report of 2026. According to the report produced by the Ministry of Finance, poultry meat, egg and pork production all posted double-digit growth. Poultry meat output rose 20.9 percent, the […]
New Amsterdam youths urged to tap into government opportunities for growth
By Bebi Shafeah Oosman YOUTHS in New Amsterdam have been strongly encouraged to position themselves to take full advantage of the various programmes and opportunities being provided by the government, particularly those aimed at education, skills development, entrepreneurship and youth empowerment. The call was made on Monday during an engagement with members of the Progressive […]
