Guyana’s US$17M Quality-Infrastructure Programme Expands Support for Exporters
New GNBS testing, calibration and inspection capacity is intended to help Guyanese businesses demonstrate quality, improve competitiveness and prepare for export markets.
Category: Economic Development
Guyana to Put Biodiversity Finance at Centre of October Summit
Guyana will host more than 140 representatives at an October forum focused on converting biodiversity commitments into practical financial mechanisms.
Guyana Development Bank Draws Up to 20,000 Applications After Launch
Guyana’s new Development Bank has attracted an estimated 15,000–20,000 applications. The next test is converting demand into sound, sustainable businesses.
Guyana Awards G$1 Billion First Phase of Rice Storage Hub
Guyana has awarded a G$1 billion first-phase contract for a 10,000-tonne climate-controlled rice storage hub in Region Two.
Guyana Targets 500 Acres to Replace Onion Imports
Guyana targets 500 acres of onion cultivation across four regions, with small growers offered planting material and technical support.
Matthews Ridge Airstrip Completes G$800M Upgrade
Guyana completes a G$800 million, 4,200-foot Matthews Ridge runway with lighting for 24-hour operations and larger aircraft.
Guyana Potable-Water Access Reaches 98.6% as Buildout Expands
Guyana says potable-water access has reached 98.6% as wells, pipelines and a seven-plant treatment programme expand.
Guyana’s Conference Tourism Passes 12,000 Visitors as Policy Advances
Guyana drew over 12,000 conference visitors in 2026 as MICE tourism expands and a five-year national tourism policy advances.
Port Mourant Hospitality Institute Reaches 80% Completion
Guyana’s Port Mourant hospitality institute is 80% complete, backed by a G$3.61bn project profile and 2026 construction and equipment awards.
Guyana Expands Cage-Fish Programme to 43 Communities
Guyana’s cage-fish programme now reaches 43 communities, backed by public inputs, technical support and a funded fisheries expansion pipeline.