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.
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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.
Hermitage Truck Park Reaches 75% Completion, Targets 2026 Opening
Guyana’s 24-acre Hermitage truck park is 75% complete, with six contractors working across six lots and operations targeted before end-2026.
Guyana Expands Aviation Market Access With Three Air-Service Deals
Guyana has signed or renewed air-service frameworks with Panama, France and Greece, including expanded passenger and cargo rights with Panama.
Omai Gold Adds Sixth Drill for 5,000m Guyana Exploration Programme
Omai Gold is mobilising a sixth drill for an initial 5,000-metre programme at its Guyana project, starting with eight holes at the BBH target.