The Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) applauds the Government of Guyana for its

interventions to support rice farmers across the country.

With more than $3 billion in financial support towards rice farmers, this initiative represents an impactful decision that will further support the bolstering of Guyana's agriculture sector.



Over the years, the Chamber has noted the government's continuous substantial injections into the rice

industry, with frequent efforts to support stakeholders.

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Twenty-one women from Region 10 have successfully completed specialised training in renewable energy to the Guyana utility-scale solar photovoltaic program.

The five-week course held at the Linden Technical Institute equipped participants with practical hands-on skills for the growing solar energy sector.

Participants described the training engaging and impactful, with lessons ranging from system installation to calculating wire sizes and costing solar setups. 

"I learned how t

The Indian Arrival Monument at Palmyra, Region Six, will come alive this Tuesday as Guyanese gather to commemorate Indian Arrival Day and celebrate the cultural heritage that has helped shape the nation’s diversity.

Soon, the grounds will come alive in a vibrant celebration of heritage, culture and tradition, marking the 188th anniversary of the arrival of East Indians to Guyana aboard the Whitby and the Hesperus. NCN caught up with Chairman of the East Berbice Praant, Pandit Dr. De

Vapes are not just tobacco-based but can also contain more dangerous substances. This is according to Curt Richards of the Customs Anti-Narcotic Unit, Drug Information Network.

Speaking with NCN News, Richards said vaping has become a growing trend among children and young people. He warned that many vapes contain synthetic substances and cannabinoids, which are chemical compounds found in the cannabis plant. 

The synthetic drugs are also arti

President Dr. Irfaan Ali said the government is working on systems that would allow citizens to invest in key national ventures and benefit financially.He revealed this while speaking at a Labour Day brunch at State House in Georgetown on Friday.

He added that expanded social programs and stronger institutions are aimed at improving living standards and ensuring long-term financial security. 

"We have to develop our opportunities and carve out a specific modus, a specific pro

The government has signalled its readiness to provide targeted support to the rice industry as farmers grapple with falling market prices and sharply rising production costs driven by global challenges.

Addressing rice farmers during a recent engagement, Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo acknowledged that while Guyana may earn increased revenues due to higher global oil prices, those gains are outweighed by the immediate economic pressures facing key productive sectors.

“We have immediate problems,”