Business
Ten hours fly time to Brazil: Will Guyana make the cut as Latam expands into the Caribbean?
By Kurt Campbell Imagine flying north to go south. Few places illustrate the Caribbean’s connectivity challenges better than Guyana. Travelling from Georgetown to Rio de Janeiro this week for the 82nd Annual General Meeting of the International Air Transport Association (IATA), I found myself doing what many Guyanese travellers know all too well, flying in...
Guyana avoids airport congestion challenges as air travel accelerates
By Kurt Campbell in Rio de Janeiro kurt@newsroom.gy As aviation leaders warn that overcrowded airports and rising taxes are threatening...
Watch FIFA World Cup 2026™ – Exclusively by ENet
Georgetown, Guyana — ENet announced today that it has secured the exclusive broadcast rights for the FIFA World Cup 2026™,...
Gov’t could unveil special development zones with tax-free incentives in budget 2025
Special development zones, which could have tax-free incentives for investors, are being developed by the government in key areas across...
Cutting-edge logistics solutions as DB Schenker enters Guyana market
DB Schenker, the globally-recognised logistics company, has entered the Guyanese market through a partnership with local company, HugSol Logistics. HugSol...
Labour Ministry engages ITEL on workers’ severances
Following media reports of ITEL Guyana’s plan to cease operations locally, affecting more than 400 hundred workers, the Ministry of...
Gov’t prohibits trucks from parking on reserves at Ruimveldt
The government has implemented a ban on trucks parking in Ruimveldt reserves, following the removal of 11 sand trucks parked...
Colleges and Institutes Canada, GGMC partner to empower women in mining
Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan), through its Skills to Access the Green Economy (SAGE) program—a Government of Canada funded initiative—has...
Woman alleges fraud and bullying in land dispute with Opposition MP
In a case that intertwines land disputes, alleged fraud and political influence, Akicha Coates, a devoted mother of two, is...
EnergyEcho App launched as latest gateway to industry updates, exclusive insights
The Guyana Energy Conference and Supply Chain Expo (GECSCE) recently launched the EnergyEcho mobile application. This cutting-edge platform provides industry...
Operator apologises after tragic drowning at Enchanter Creek
The operator of Enchanter Creek has issued a heartfelt apology following the tragic drowning of two young girls – Akira...
Labour shortages hitting GuySuCo but CEO says mechanisation cushions fallout
The Guyana Sugar Corporation (GuySuCo), like many other local sectors, has been grappling with labour shortages that affect productivity. Even...
Lifeguards, signage and safe zones ordered for all water facilities by week’s end
In the wake of the tragic drowning incident that claimed the lives of two young girls – Akira La Rose,...
Giftland’s HomeStyle: A focus on stylish, affordable home furnishings
Although Giftland Mall has long been known for its furniture offerings, on Saturday the establishment unveiled its newest venture—Giftland’s HomeStyle—a...
GuyExpo 2024 launched, to feature some 250 booths
GuyExpo, Guyana’s largest trade expo, was officially launched on Friday. Scheduled to take place from November 14 to 17, the...
Generous donations from Food for the Poor set to transform Georgetown Night Shelter
On Friday, Food for the Poor Guyana Inc. made a substantial contribution to the Night Shelter in Georgetown, delivering a...
Invest in the undeveloped – local realtors told at inaugural real estate summit
Guyana is poised for massive growth in the coming years and realtors were encouraged on Friday to thoroughly explore opportunities...
Market vendors protest rate hike by New Amsterdam Town Council
Dozens of disgruntled New Amsterdam market vendors took to the streets in protest against a recent rate increase implemented by...
Global exchange of ideas: Int’l Business Conference to feature about 50% foreign speakers
Nearly half of the speakers at the upcoming International Business Conference (IBC) will be from abroad, setting the stage for...
Amid significant growth in manufacturing sector, businessman says developmental financing needed
Guyanese would do well to make the needed investments to develop the skills required to advance the sectors that are...
Marics supporting Education, Amerindian Affairs Ministries
Marics and Company Limited donated one Honda 5HP engine and one Honda brush cutter to the Ministry of Amerindian Affairs...
