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IDB inks deal with GBTI to offer more products and services to small and medium enterprises

The International Development Bank (IDB) is partnering with the Guyana Bank for Trade and Industry (GBTI) to support the local bank as it diversifies its network of correspondent banks to offer trade products to more small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and clients in Guyana. This IDB and GBTI in a joint statement said the deal […]

Jamaican woman wins wrongful detention lawsuit against the state of Guyana; Awarded $3.1 Million

Jamaican National Sandra Russell, who was kept in local police custody for an additional eight months after she completed her three and a half months for trafficking 70 grams of marijuana was today awarded $3.1 Million in damages by Chief Justice, Roxane George. Russell sued the State of Guyana for false imprisonment and being subjected […]

Carla James no longer heading Guyana Tourism Authority

Director of Tourism Carla James has parted ways with the Guyana Tourism Authority triggering a search for a new Head of the tourism body. When contacted today, Ms. James said she is no longer at the Tourism Authority. She offered no comment. Chairman of the Tourism Authority Aubrey Major said the Board recently received the […]

Upgraded GPL Power station commissioned in Canje, Berbice

The upgraded GPL power station in Canje Berbice has been commissioned and will now be producing reactive power. The project was realised through a $1.4 Billion grant from the Japanese government. GPL spent additional sums to fully automate the substation. Prime Minister Mark Phillips said the upgrade will improve the reliability, stability, and efficiency of […]