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March 27, 2025

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The Bank of Guyana has injected US$35 million into the local banking sector to address concerns about foreign currency shortages, Vice President and General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP), Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, announced on Thursday. Speaking at a press conference, Dr. Jagdeo emphasized that the government is strategically managing foreign currency supply and […]

March 22, 2025

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A Parika man was sentenced to two years in prison after being found guilty of attempting to defraud an ATM using illegal devices. Tulsie Ramprashad, of Parika, East Bank Essequibo, was arrested on October 28, 2023, at the Citizens Bank automated teller machine (ATM) outlet located at OMG on Sheriff Street and Campbell Avenue, Georgetown. […]

March 8, 2025

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First Lady Arya Ali has provided three business grants totalling $1,500,000 to three women to support the expansion of their small businesses. The generous gesture was made in observance of International Women’s Day, according to a release from the Office of the First Lady. The recipients of the grants were Saudia Edghill, 31, of Buxton, […]

March 8, 2025

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The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has praised the Guyanese government’s social transfer policies implemented in recent years, noting that they have increased disposable income and reduced poverty. In its latest assessment, the IMF stated that additional targeted transfers, integrated into a medium-term fiscal framework, could further promote inclusive growth and help the country achieve its […]

March 7, 2025

As long as persons registered for the $100,000 cash grant, they will still receive the money even if they are out of the country during the distribution phase, said Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo. The Vice President gave this assurance in light of concerns expressed by various quarters of society during his weekly press briefing […]

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US$35M injected into banking sector to address foreign currency concerns

Man sentenced to two years for attempted ATM fraud

Three women receive business grant from First Lady

IMF commends Guyana’s efforts to reduce poverty, tackle corruption

Persons who miss distribution phase will still receive cash grant

Shafiran Bhajan honoured for more than six decades of service to education

Minister Indar: Imports triple since 2020 amid maritime sector boom

Guyana well placed to benefit from shifting US trade policy, says former top commerce official

Shafiran Bhajan honoured for more than six decades of service to education

Minister Indar: Imports triple since 2020 amid maritime sector boom

Guyana well placed to benefit from shifting US trade policy, says former top commerce official