The Government of Guyana continues to advance a broad transformation agenda focused on education, security reform, economic diversification and regional integration under the leadership of President Irfaan Ali.
US$100M STEM Investment to Strengthen Education
At State House, executives from ExxonMobil, led by CEO Darren Woods, announced a landmark US$100 million STEM initiative to strengthen science, technology, engineering and mathematics education across Guyana. The program will establish a nationwide network of STEM centres, beginning at the University of Guyana’s Turkeyen Campus.
President Ali described the investment as a major step toward building a knowledge-based economy and deepening the country’s trusted partnership with ExxonMobil.
Education expansion also continues at the regional level. First-year engineering students from Berbice and Essequibo will now pursue studies closer to home through programs at the John’s Science Centre and the Essequibo Technical Institute, improving access to technical training.
Crime Down Nearly 50%, Police Modernization Underway
Addressing the Annual Officers’ Conference of the Guyana Police Force, President Ali reported a nearly 50 percent reduction in serious crimes over the past five years, with armed robbery and break-and-enter cases falling sharply.
The Government is expanding technology-driven policing, including digital case management, online crime reporting, enhanced border monitoring systems and the rollout of e-ticketing. The President stressed that modern policing must also confront cybercrime, online fraud and other digital-age threats to ensure long-term public safety.
Strengthening Regional Partnerships
During an official visit to Brazil’s State of Roraima, President Ali reaffirmed Guyana’s commitment to deeper trade and infrastructure integration with Brazil. He was conferred with Roraima’s highest honor and emphasized expanding cooperation in food security, energy, transport and cross-border commerce.
Guyana is also strengthening international collaboration in tourism and conservation. A new partnership between the World Wildlife Fund and the Guyana Tourism Authority aims to expand nature-based tourism while protecting the country’s vast forest ecosystems.
Mining Reform and Community Investment
In Region Seven, President Ali met with miners in Puruni and Bartica, urging them to declare gold sales through the Guyana Gold Board. Formal declarations, he explained, allow miners to access banking services, housing finance and investment opportunities.
The Government plans to dispatch teams to mining communities to assist with registration, digital identification and financial literacy. Infrastructure upgrades—including health facilities, policing outposts and improved transportation links—are also planned to support sustainable growth in the sector.
Energy, Agriculture and Industrial Growth
At the Guyana Energy Conference 2026, Minister of Natural Resources Vickram Bharrat highlighted Guyana’s reputation as one of the best-managed new oil-producing nations, underscoring the importance of strategic planning to ensure long-term sustainability.
Prime Minister Mark Phillips toured the US$20 million D’Aguiar’s Dairy facility under construction at Moblissa, Guyana’s first modern large-scale dairy farm. The project is expected to begin fresh milk production by mid-2026, boosting agro-industrial development and creating jobs.
Housing, Health and Social Development
Through the Adequate Housing and Urban Accessibility Program, three additional families—including persons living with disabilities—received new homes, bringing the total delivered to 252. The homes are designed with accessibility features to ensure comfort and inclusion.
In healthcare, UNICEF and the Government of Canada donated CAD$170,000 worth of maternal and child health equipment to strengthen services, particularly in hinterland communities. The Ministry of Human Services also connected nearly 150 women-owned businesses with investors and continues expanding childcare facilities to support working families.
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