Monday, March 30, 2026
Monday, March 30, 2026
Business
Truck in bridge accident was not overweight – Public Works MinistryThe truck involved in the Bharrat Jagdeo Demerara River Bridge accident on Thursday morning was not overweight. This is according to a statement from the Ministry of Public Works. “The…
GMSA welcomes export incentive, again laments shipping woes The Guyana Manufacturing and Services Association (GMSA) has welcomed new export incentives announced in the 2026 National Budget, describing them as a timely measure to support local manufacturers. In the…
‘Hire more youth’ – Manufacturing Association President urges companies President of the Guyana Manufacturing and Services Association (GMSA), Rafeek Khan urged companies to hire more young people, noting that doing so will help address labour shortages while providing gainful…
Vendors to be moved, not displaced, as ‘B’ Field Sophia road expands – Edghill Minister of Public Works Juan Edghill has announced that several stalls located on the government reserve along Dennis Street, opposite the ‘B’ Field, Sophia, Georgetown entrance, will be moved to…
AHMI strengthens service capability through advanced training Agri Heavy Machinery Inc. (AHMI) continues to invest in technical excellence by sending Senior Mechanics Mustaq Imbrahim, Churaman Samlall, and Raul Gomes to a three-day comprehensive Kobelco Service Training program…
No more roadside parking as truck parks planned for East Coast and East Bank corridorsPurpose-built truck parks, cleaner neighbourhoods and upgraded community spaces will form a major part of the government’s housing thrust in 2026, Housing Minister Collin Croal said as he detailed wide-ranging…
Homeownership more affordable with measures in Budget 2026 – Companies Some of the major players in the local insurance sector have hailed measures in Budget 2026, noting that these initiatives help make home ownership much more affordable. In Budget 2026,…
Miners should take full advantage of all incentives in Budget 2026 – GGDMASee below the full release from the GGDMA: The Guyana Gold and Diamond Miners Association (GGDMA) welcomes the 2026 National Budget presented by the Honourable Dr. Ashni Singh, Senior Minister…
Guyana Jewellery Association welcomes removal of VAT on locally-produced jewellerySee below the full release from the Guyana Jewellery Association: The Board of Directors of the Guyana Jewellery Association (GJA) commends the Government of Guyana for its progressive and forward-looking…
Manufacturing sector poised for continuous growth with Budget 2026- GMSA See below the full release from the GMSA: The Guyana Manufacturing and Services Association (GMSA) welcomes the presentation of Budget 2026, delivered under the theme “Budget 2026: Putting People First,”…
Support for investors, families and workers in Budget 2026 – PSCSee below the full release from the PSC: The Private Sector Commission (PSC) welcomes Budget 2026 and the comprehensive set of measures aimed at stimulating economic growth, strengthening business competitiveness,…
BUDGET 2026: Tourism Association eyes billion-dollar destination wedding sector See below the full release from THAG: The Tourism and Hospitality Association of Guyana (THAG) welcomes the Government of Guyana’s decision to reduce the 14-day residency requirement for couples wishing…
G/town Chamber says Budget 2026 will support growth of business community See below the full release from the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry: The Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) commends the Government of Guyana for its strategic focus…
BUDGET 2026: No VAT on local furniture, jewellery & security equipment In a move aimed at supporting local businesses, increasing competitiveness, and promoting safer communities, the Government announced the removal of Value Added Tax (VAT) on locally produced furniture and jewellery,…
BUDGET 2026: $2.2B to complete Hospitality Institute, $1.3B to advance Palmyra Cultural MarketGuyana is set to further strengthen its tourism and creative sectors in 2026, with the completion of the Hospitality and Tourism Institute and the development of the Palmyra Cultural Market…
BUDGET 2026: With 260 lifts, oil fund closes 2025 at US$3.25BGuyana’s Natural Resource Fund (NRF) recorded inflows of more than US$2.4 billion in 2025, driven by increased crude oil production and additional petroleum-related payments, as the Fund closed the year…
BUDGET 2026: Greater non-oil growth last year – Finance Minister As he delved into the presentation of the 2026 National Budget, Finance Minister Dr Ashni Singh reported that Guyana’s non-oil economy grew by 14.3% last year while the overall economy…
Baganara Conference Cottages launched as gov’t eyes growth in business events Minister of Tourism, Industry and Commerce, Susan Rodrigues, on Saturday joined Prime Minister, Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips, for the official launch and ribbon-cutting ceremony of the new Conference Cottages at…
