Airbnb-style accommodations are becoming increasingly popular in Guyana, mirroring a growing trend across the Caribbean and around the world as travellers turn to short-term rentals for affordable and flexible stays. But while the sector continues to expand locally, many operators are still operating informally. Minister of Tourism, Industry and Commerce, Susan Rodrigues is urging more Airbnb operators to register, noting that licensing through the GTA ensures standards are met and helps the gov
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News Room. News Room · Original audio. Airbnb-style accommodations are becoming increasingly popular in Guyana, mirroring a growing trend across the Caribbean and around the world as travellers turn to short-term rentals for affordable and flexible stays. But while the sector continues to expand locally, many operators are still operating ...
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ExxonMobil Guyana Limited (EMGL) on Saturday opened its Gas-to-Energy (GtE) Pipeline project to the public at Westminster Secondary School, West Bank Demerara, offering residents a chance to engage with the project team and learn about pipeline safety. The initiative, held from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, allowed community members to meet with engineers and operations staff, ask questions, and gain insights into the construction and operation of the country’s first natural gas pipeline. | News Room
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The first World Trade Centre established within the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) was commissioned in Georgetown, Guyana, on Friday, and those behind the venture vowed that small businesses will access greater trade and investment support. | News Room
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President Irfaan Ali told a gathering at State House on Wednesday evening that the inaugural One Guyana President's Cup football tournament is geared to create a pathway to Guyana's qualification to the next World Cup in 2026. Delivering feature remarks at the official launch of the nationwide tournament, the Head-of-State announced that 75 of the best players from the competition will be selected to form part of an academy. | News Room
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As Guyana marks 59 years of Independence 🇬🇾 , ENet honours the journey, the struggles, and the triumphs that shaped our nation. They took their mic into the street and it was evident that every single one of us holds immense pride in calling Guyana our HOME. | News Room
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The national playoff of the Republic Bank/One Guyana countrywide 'B' Division Volleyball tournament served off on Saturday morning in Georgetown. Minister of Culture, Youth and Sport Charles Ramson Jr., Assistant Directors of Sport Franklin Wilson and Melissa Dow-Richardson, Chairman of the National Sports Commission Kashif Muhammad, Branch Sales Manager of Republic Bank Samantha Leitch-Fraser and President of the Guyana Volleyball Federation John Flores attended the official opening ceremony at
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Guyana’s first shipment of 350 tonnes of disaster relief items for the volcano ravaged St. Vincent and the Grenadines, arrived on the Caribbean Island Saturday morning. Prime Minister, Ralph Gonsalves said it was a “significant shipment… a big donation.”PM Gonsalves also thanked President Irfaan Ali personally, referring to him as a “good Samaritan.” https://newsroom.gy/2021/04/17/pm-gonsalves-hails-guyana-as-head-cornerstone-in-caricom-as-relief-items-arrive-in-st-vincent/ | News Room
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Though Guyana covers just over 83,000 square miles and is home to fewer than a million people, this small South American nation continues to punch well above its weight on the global stage — a feat driven by the bold, visionary leadership of President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali. “The size of a country should never determine its ability to compete,” President Ali declared on Tuesday, as he delivered a passionate address to world leaders, investors, and policymakers at the 9th Edition of the Future Inv
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A bold new name has entered Guyana’s mobile scene. Unnecto, a fresh line of smartphones available exclusively through ENet, officially launched with an eye-catching “Ride Out” activation across Georgetown on Wednesday. The devices promise affordability, a powerful 15-megapixel camera, and bonus essentials like screen protectors and charging blocks—all designed to run on ENet’s blazing-fast 5G network. With 15 locations already stocked and more activations on the way, Unnecto is ready to connect
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The Guyana Motor Racing and Sports Club ((GMR&SC) is thrilled to announce the 2024 season, promising more excitement, speed and action. This year, the GMR&SC is packing the calendar with 10 exhilarating events, including three endurance races, three circuit races and four drag race events. The international Drag Wars 3 and the Caribbean Clash of Champions Circuit races highlight the season. The Essequibo Drags is also set for a return as the club looks to spread the spirit of motorsport across t
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WATCH | Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store engaged Guyana's President Dr Irfaan Ali at the sidelines of COP30 in Belém, Brazil. After that engagement, he spoke briefly about Norway's partnership with Guyana. Years ago, in 2009, then President Dr Bharrat Jagdeo and Norway’s Minister of Environment Erik Solheim saw US$250 million pledged to Guyana in exchange for conserving its vast rainforest, marking one of the world’s first forest-saving initiatives. The funds from the Guyana-Norway agre
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Guyana’s ability to host major regional events was placed firmly in the spotlight after the Guyana Squash Association (GSA), with massive corporate and government backing, successfully launched the 2025 Senior Caribbean Area Squash Association (CASA) Championships on just 15 days’ notice. The Championships, which feature over 120 athletes from nine nations, will run from November 23-29, with most matches scheduled for the National Racquet Centre on Woolford Avenue. The host nation was only confi
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The Guyana Lands and Surveys Commission is reporting an unprecedented rush for land along the Soesdyke–Linden Highway, with more than 30,000 requests now on record—an extraordinary demand that has left the corridor “fully saturated.” Chief Executive Officer of the Commission, Enrique Monize, made the disclosure on Tuesday during the closing ceremony and workshop of the Sustainable Land Development and Management Project. He said GLSC has processed and advanced almost 9,000 applications to the ap
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On January 16, Guyana’s 2026 FIFA match officials shared powerful words of motivation after receiving their badges at the GFF Secretariat reminding young people that hard work, discipline, and faith can open international doors. 2026 FIFA Badge Recipients: • Shavin Greene- Referee • Kleon Lindey- Assistant Referee • Brandon Cyrus- Assistant Referee • Denisha Isaacs- Female Assistant Referee • Kenisha Prescott- Female Referee • Colin Abel- Futsal Referee Their journey, according to the Guyana Foo
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The new Demerara River Bridge, named the Bharrat Jagdeo Demerara River Bridge, was commissioned on Sunday night, an event Guyana’s President Dr Irfaan Ali said signals the dawn of a new era of transformation. | News Room
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