Regional Media Spotlight: Guyana will host the Caribbean Broadcasting Union’s 57th General Assembly and Media Awards (Aug 17–19), with delegates arriving from Aug 16 for talks, networking and industry recognition. Mobile Money Friction: Mobile Money Guyana (MMG) says extra agent fees for deposits are “not sanctioned” and its fee structure hasn’t changed, as customers report confusing, inconsistent charges at the point of transaction. Maritime Accountability: APNU argues accountability for the MV Barima tragedy must go beyond three charged workers to ministers, senior officials and regulators, while leaked maintenance records claim defects were flagged months before the July 18 sinking. Aviation Safety: A technical issue forced cancellation of Caribbean Airlines flight BW526 from CJIA; authorities say passengers will be rebooked and the aircraft will be inspected before next departure. Health Tech & Business: SS Innovations says Q2 results met expectations, with revenue up 39.4% and 30 new installations of its robotic surgery system, as it eyes further international expansion. Oil Sector Tech: ExxonMobil says AI helped identify four new exploration opportunities in Guyana’s Stabroek Block, as the country targets higher production by 2030. Skills & Learning: CARICOM education ministers in Guyana focus on improving mathematics, micro-credentials and pathways to skills development, with TVET and apprenticeships highlighted across the region. Agritech Win: A dragon fruit pilot along the Soesdyke-Linden Highway is producing first fruits after nine months, with farmers expanding using FAO-backed training and inputs. Smart Grid Reality Check: GPL’s plan says smart grid rollout won’t immediately cut power losses, but should improve loss detection and management as upgrades roll out. Public Infrastructure & Sanitation: City crews temporarily halted vending around Bourda Market on Robb Street while dismantling stalls and clearing sewage and drainage hazards with GWI support. Investment Snapshot: GO-Invest reports $1.06T in private investment over six years, with projects spanning ICT, energy, mining, tourism and agriculture. Court Update: Guyana’s High Court dismissed VAMED’s interim bid to stop two hospital projects, citing lack of urgency for emergency relief.