By News Source Guyana on April 20, 2025
News, Opinions
By Rennie Parris Welcome back to Talking Dollars & Making Sense. In this week’s article, I want to talk about something important to every Guyanese: how do we create more opportunities for our people, especially good-paying jobs and prepare our local companies to compete and succeed here at home and abroad? The answer lies in […]
By News Source Guyana on April 6, 2025
News, Opinions, Politics
By Rennie Parris Welcome back to Talking Dollars & Making Sense. Today, we’re diving into the complicated world of international trade, specifically, how recent U.S. tariff policies and China’s dumping practices are impacting Guyana. Let’s break down what these policies mean for our local businesses and economy. China’s Big Problem: Too Much Stuff To fully […]
By News Source Guyana on March 30, 2025
News, Opinions, Politics
By Rennie Parris Welcome back to Talking Dollars & Making Sense. Today, we’re exploring another crucial dimension of Guyana’s Comprehensive Development Plan, specifically under the Human Capital and Innovation pillar, skills mapping in the public sector. Imagine having a clear picture of all the skills our people possess, knowing exactly how to empower them to […]
By News Source Guyana on March 2, 2025
News, Opinions
By Rennie Parris Welcome back to Talking Dollars & Making Sense. As we continue our deep dive into Guyana’s Comprehensive National Development Plan, specifically the Human Capital & Innovation pillar, it’s time to focus on a critical element of our nation’s future: Teacher Quality. In this piece, we’ll explore how Guyana can develop world-class educators, […]
By News Source Guyana on February 24, 2025
Education, News, Opinions
By Rennie Parris Welcome back to Talking Dollars & Making Sense. As we continue our exploration of the Human Capital & Innovation pillar in Guyana’s Comprehensive National Development Plan, we’re shifting focus to one of the most crucial elements of any nation’s progress: Education. In this article, we’ll look at how individuals become teachers in […]
By News Source Guyana on February 2, 2025
Business, News, Opinions, Politics
By Rennie Parris Welcome back to Talking Dollars & Making Sense. As Guyana prepares for the 2025 general and regional elections, the People’s National Congress Reform (PNCR) has unveiled a series of ambitious policy proposals aimed at transforming the country’s economic landscape. While these proposals are undoubtedly eye-catching, their feasibility and sustainability warrant closer examination. […]
By News Source Guyana on January 12, 2025
Business, News, Opinions, Politics
By Rennie Parris Welcome back to Talking Dollars & Making Sense. After taking a much needed mental break to rebalance and re-centre, I’m thrilled to reconnect with you as we dive into a critical chapter of Guyana’s history – its journey from an oil exploration hopeful to a major oil-producing nation. Let’s explore the history […]
By News Source Guyana on October 20, 2024
Business, News, Opinions
by Rennie Parris In an exciting move, the Government of Guyana has announced that every adult citizen will receive a $100,000 cash grant. While this grant could be spent on immediate needs, it also offers an incredible opportunity for people to pool their resources and build businesses that could lead to long-term financial stability. Imagine […]
By News Source Guyana on October 13, 2024
Business, Finance, News, Opinions
By Rennie Parris Welcome back to Talking Dollars & Making Sense. Today, we’re going to discuss a topic that’s crucial for entrepreneurs looking to finance their business—loans. Whether you’re starting a business or trying to grow an existing one, securing the right type of loan can make all the difference. In this column, we’ll focus […]
By News Source Guyana on October 6, 2024
Business, News, Opinions
Welcome back to Talking Dollars & Making Sense. Today, we’re tackling a topic that’s critical for entrepreneurs in Guyana who are looking to grow their businesses: small business loans. Whether you’re just starting out or trying to expand, understanding how business loans work is key to making smart financial decisions. We’ll break this down in […]