Access to finance continues to be the common theme in local content discussions, as it remains a main hindrance to the success of local enterprises desirous of tapping into Guyana’s expanding oil sector.  As the inaugural Local Content Summit 2023 got underway on Tuesday, every local representative of the first panel - “Local Content Success Stories” - shared similar experiences where access to finance served as a stumbling block to their ventures.  There was Nicholas Deygoo-Boyer,...

By Dr. Terrence Blackman and Dr. Carolyn Walcott Guyana's oil and gas industry is flourishing, presenting a unique opportunity for growth and development. However, it is crucial to understand that a nation's true strength lies in investing in human and social development. In this regard, empowering and engaging the youth becomes paramount. The young population of Guyana represents not just the future but also the present, and it is essential to equip them with the...