The Guyana Office for Investment (Go-Invest) has reported facilitating approximately GYD$157 billion in new investments in 2025.
In a statement responding to recent public commentary on the remuneration of its Chief Executive Officer, Peter Ramsaroop, the agency emphasised that its performance over the past five years has delivered measurable outcomes in investment attraction, job creation, and economic diversification.
According to Go-Invest, the G$157 billion in facilitated investments during 2025 comprised G$86 billion in foreign direct investment, G$64 billion in local investment, and G$5.9 billion in joint-venture projects. The agency noted that the figures demonstrate sustained international confidence alongside growing domestic capital participation in non-oil sectors.
Guyana’s Minister of Parliamentary Affairs and Governance, Gail Teixeira, during recent budget deliberations in the National Assembly, referenced the investment data and highlighted the scale of non-oil investment activity and its contribution to job creation and diversification over the past five years.
Go-Invest stated that between 2020 and 2025, Guyana recorded significant investment activity across agriculture, agro-processing, manufacturing, tourism, logistics, construction, housing, ICT, energy services, healthcare, and education. These investments, the agency said, have supported sustained employment, expanded local enterprise, strengthened export capacity, and reduced reliance on oil revenues.
Over the five years, Go-Invest reported facilitating more than G$1 trillion in signed non-oil investment commitments, while noting that not all non-oil investments are channelled through the agency. During that time, the agency executed over 180 investment agreements and secured commitments supporting more than 32,000 direct and indirect jobs.
Ramsaroop said the data reflects a deliberate investment strategy focused on building a diversified and resilient economy.
“For five years, the focus has been on strategic investment across every major non-oil sector,” he said, adding that the results are visible in expanded businesses, increased employment, and improved regional development outcomes.
He noted that non-oil sectors continue to deliver strong growth, supporting small and medium-sized enterprises and broadening the base of economic participation.
“The objective has been to ensure that economic expansion translates into real opportunities for Guyanese businesses and workers,” Ramsaroop said.
Go-Invest indicated that investment facilitation efforts will continue to align with the government’s broader development agenda under Vision 2030, which aims to accelerate non-oil growth, deepen private-sector participation, and sustain inclusive economic development.
For investors, the agency said the figures point to a maturing non-oil investment environment supported by policy continuity, improved infrastructure, and expanding market opportunities.
Go-Invest serves as the gateway for investors and exporters seeking opportunities in Guyana. According to its website, it provides from policy guidance to hands-on facilitation, and works alongside investors at every step, supported by clear regulations and national strategies for sustainable growth.
