Guyana’s economy expanded by 43.6% in 2024
Guyana’s growth trajectory continued in 2024 with an estimated Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of 43.6 per cent, up from the 33 per cent expansion in 2023. This was reported on Friday by Senior Minister in the Office of the President with responsibility for Finance and the Public Service, Dr Ashni Singh. This overall GDP growth […]
Berger Paints donates 15 gallons of paint to Anglican church
Berger Paints Barbados Limited has reaffirmed its commitment to beautifying communities across the island by partnering with the We Gatherin’ Secretariat to donate 15 gallons of paint to St Philip The Less Anglican Church, in Boscobelle, St Peter. The donation supports the church’s ongoing beautification programme. Renee Cobham, Senior Brand and Trade Officer at Berger […]
22,000 no longer paying income tax in Guyana after threshold is increased
The Guyana government is providing an income tax break that will see 22,000 people no longer having to pay on their earnings, and is also easing the tax burden on people working overtime or multiple jobs. Senior Minister in the Office of the President with Responsibility for Finance and the Public Service, Dr Ashni Singh […]
Small craft and high surf advisory in effect for Barbados
The Barbados Meteorological Services is maintaining the small craft and high surf advisory for Barbados as choppy sea conditions along the coastlines of Barbados and in open water are expected from Saturday night into next week. A strengthening Atlantic high-pressure system has begun to generate strong surface to low-level winds east of Barbados. This activity […]
Forty new persons trained in elderly care
In a display of community spirit, 40 dedicated individuals have emerged as beacons of hope for the island’s ageing population. These newly certified carers, trained in elderly care, are set to play an important role in the lives of senior citizens across the island, thanks to a new course spearheaded by the Community Development Department. […]
Govt ‘’charting course’ for shipping boost
The government has intensified its focus on the maritime industry, passing eight new shipping-related acts in 2024 as part of a comprehensive strategy to boost economic growth, International Transport Minister Ian Gooding-Edghill has told top marine students, highlighting the vital role of shipping in global trade and the national economy. Gooding-Edghill presented two Minister’s […]
Four charged in connection with recent robbery spree
Three young men have been remanded to prison while a fourth has been granted $75 000 bail in connection with a series of recent robberies. Ikyah Iroyal Jones, 20, of Thorpes, St James was released on bail while 17-year-old Kyree Jelani Ziare Lopez, of Bagatelle, St Thomas; 20-year-old Amari Kenyatta Welch, of Brittons Hill, St […]
Cannabis industry secures much-needed funding boost
In a major boost for the fledgling medicinal cannabis industry, the Barbados Medicinal Cannabis Licensing Authority (BMCLA) has partnered with Trust Loans Fund Barbados to overcome the financial hurdles hampering the sector’s growth. The move aims to provide crucial startup capital to approved licence holders who have been struggling to secure loans from traditional […]
Port sails towards green future with innovation plans
The Barbados Port Inc. is charting a course to become the world’s most innovative and green maritime hub by 2030, with plans for a new boat repair facility and significant investments in technology and workforce development. The announcement, from CEO David Jean-Marie, came during Friday’s presentation of two Minister’s Awards for Excellence to the […]
Another successful internship programme at Montrose Holdings
Twenty-two young individuals started the new year on a high as they graduated from the Christmas Internship programme at Montrose Holdings Ltd, with participating divisions, Chickmont Foods Ltd and Ocean Hotels Barbados Ltd marking another successful programme. During the celebratory ceremony on January 10 in the conference room of the luxurious O2 Beach Club […]