The Ministry of Natural Resources is pleased to announce the launch of Guyana’s first major bamboo pilot project through the Guyana Forestry Commission (GFC). The project aims to boost restoration and sustainable livelihoods in forest dependent communities. Since 2023, the National Forest Restoration Initiative (NFRI), a collaborative effort between the…
As Guyana prepares to commemorate 60 years of independence, the Guyana Gold Board (GGB), an agency under the Ministry of Natural Resources, is proud to announce a historic national initiative that will honour the nation’s journey, achievements and future ambitions through the production of a limited-edition commemorative gold medallion. This…
As part of its ongoing crackdown on illegal mining, the Ministry of Natural Resources brought 16 gold miners before the courts in March on various charges under the Mining Act. Nine of the miners were charged with the offence of operating without a permit or licence; two were charged with…
-1,200 local businesses participating in oil sector-Almost 7,000 Guyanese trained Minister of Natural Resources, Vickram Bharrat says the tremendous success Guyana has seen with its Local Content legislation has vindicated the government’s push since 2021 to have it as a key aspect of its management framework. During his presentation at…