The 2024 edition of the Inter Guiana Games (IGG) was launched on Wednesday evening with the official opening ceremony and athletes parade at the Progt Palais Omnisports facility in Cayenne, French Guiana.
Director of Sports Steve Ninvalle, who spoke on behalf of the delegation from the Golden Arrowhead, stated that the prestigious event has improved and grown with each iteration, and this is, was – and ultimately will only continue to occur by keeping doors of discourse and channels of communication open.

According to Ninvalle, while he understands the challenges that are faced in the staging of an event and operation of such magnitude, the respective custodians of this institution are up to the task given its historical significance.
He further noted that Guyana’s commitment under the leadership of President Irfaan Ali in the initial restoration and now the continued development and expansion of this regional championship is unquestionable given the unprecedented support afforded to the sports sector. “Long live the Inter-Guiana Games,” Ninvalle proclaimed.

Guyana’s delegation, which comprises approximately 140 athletes, officials, and auxiliary personnel, will compete in seven disciplines. They are: athletics, basketball, beach volleyball, chess, futsal, swimming and table tennis.
The IGG Management Committee, which comprises Chef-de-Mission Dr. Karen Pilgrim, NSC Vice Chairwoman Christie Campbell, and veteran sports administrator Gervy Harry, among other individuals was instrumental in the process of selecting, managing and ensuring the logistical infrastructure for Guyana’s participation. Andrea Pamphile was also instrumental in assisting Team Guyana following their arrival in every capacity.

This selection process for the annual event which lasted for several weeks, was staged in collaboration with the respective local sports associations and federations.

Originally held in 1967, the IGG is traditionally an annual competition among the territories of Guyana, Suriname, and French Guiana. The previous edition was staged in Suriname, with Guyana hosting the 2022 edition following a five-year hiatus owing to the COVID-19 pandemic.