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2026-09-13 · Edition 033
Good morning, Guyana.
Happy Sunday! Here are the essential stories shaping Guyana today.
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ENERGY
Siemens mobilises for the Wales power plant’s start-up
Siemens Energy has begun preparations to operate and maintain the 300-megawatt combined-cycle plant being built under the Gas-to-Energy project. Its five-year operating arrangement includes staffing, training and logistics, plus a 20-year turbine-maintenance programme. The current schedule targets about 57 megawatts from the first turbine by year-end.
Why it matters: The plant is central to plans for a more reliable and less expensive electricity supply, but the benefits depend on meeting the start-up timetable and integrating the new generation into the national grid.
Sources: Department of Public Information
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ECONOMY & BUSINESS
Court keeps Banks DIH shareholder-voting cap on hold
The Full Court dismissed Banks DIH Holdings’ appeal against an interim order blocking a proposed 15% cap on shareholder ownership and voting power. The injunction remains in place while the underlying challenge brought by Guyana Americas Merchant Bank and Beharry Stockbrokers proceeds.
Why it matters: The dispute could shape shareholder rights and corporate governance at one of Guyana’s largest public companies. The court has not yet decided the substantive legality of the proposed by-law.
Sources: Kaieteur News
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LABOUR
Government begins broad review of Guyana’s labour laws
The Labour Ministry says it has begun reviewing laws governing Guyana’s workforce as economic growth, new industries and changing workplace conditions outpace the existing framework. Labour Minister Keoma Griffith described the review as a major step, though proposed amendments and a completion timetable have not yet been published.
Why it matters: Updated rules could affect wages, workplace protections, industrial relations and employers across the economy. Public consultation and the final legislative details will determine the practical impact.
Sources: Department of Public Information
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PUBLIC FINANCE
Guyana received US$2.5 billion in oil revenue in 2025
Guyana’s Natural Resource Fund received approximately US$2.5 billion in oil revenue during 2025, according to the fund’s annual report. The government withdrew about US$2.46 billion during the same year to finance the national budget.
Why it matters: The figures show how heavily the national budget now relies on petroleum revenue and how little of one year’s inflows remained in the fund after withdrawals.
Sources: Kaieteur News
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Watch today
Watch today: Siemens’ mobilisation at Wales, the continuing Banks DIH shareholder case, details of the labour-law review, and how Guyana manages its oil revenue.
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