Property Tax, Council Rates and Transaction Charges Are Different Obligations
A property can generate recurring local rates, form part of a taxpayer’s national property-tax position and trigger separate charges when it is transferred.
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G$500M Amerindian Hostel project expected to begin shortly
A new G$500 million Amerindian Hostel is expected to begin construction shortly to improve temporary accommodation for hinterland residents visiting Georgetown.
Farmers Connect reaches nearly 4,000 registered farmers in Guyana
Guyana’s Farmers Connect platform has nearly 4,000 registered farmers and more than 2,000 other users, according to the agriculture ministry.
Guyana’s priority agricultural output rises 27.9% since 2020
Guyana produced 1.81 million tonnes across 15 priority agricultural commodities in 2025, up from 1.41 million tonnes in 2020, according to official figures.
Five Guyana tourism businesses gain global exposure as arrivals rise 12%
Five Guyanese tourism businesses have been added to Tourism Cares’ global Meaningful Travel Map. Official data also show 271,592 arrivals through July, up 12%.
Government says Region Four housing backlog exceeds 50,000
The government says more than 50,000 housing applications remain outstanding in Region Four and plans to accelerate land acquisition, development and allocations from September.
Pas Cargo becomes first Guyanese private company to secure IDB Lab loan
Pas Cargo has become the first Guyanese private-sector company to access an IDB Lab loan, according to an official government announcement. The transaction’s financial terms were not disclosed.
New US$35M Wismar–Mackenzie Bridge targeted to open by October 5
The new US$35 million, four-lane Wismar–Mackenzie Bridge is targeted to open by October 5, with approach and roundabout works still underway.
From GL&SC Approval to Survey and Lease Issuance in Guyana
What happens after GL&SC land approval: survey routing, plan approval, lease preparation, registration and delivery.
GMSA calls for more overseas trade missions to boost exports
The Guyana Manufacturing and Services Association (GMSA) wants more overseas trade missions to help local businesses find buyers, build partnerships…