AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoHealth & Tech Access: A mother in Guyana says her 10-month-old baby is battling a rare mitochondrial genetic condition, with treatment available in the UK but not locally—she’s now fundraising for permanent relocation. Digital Inclusion: PM Mark Phillips says ICT hubs are transforming hinterland life, with $1.6B invested since 2021, 170 hubs running, and 3,000+ people trained so youth can access online services without leaving home. AI & Trade: WTC Georgetown will host an Oct. 19–23 conference session on “AI, Trade and the Future Competitiveness of Small Economies,” pushing responsible adoption plus safeguards and cybersecurity. Connectivity & Mobile Upgrades: One Communications says it’s upgrading network coverage and will retire 2G—2,500+ subscribers are warned to upgrade handsets/SIMs by Oct. 31 or risk losing service. Power Grid Modernisation: GPL is showcasing its US$422.2M transmission and distribution overhaul, including the near-commissioning Goedverwagting substation and a new US$20M control centre to reduce outages. Agritech Partnerships: Guyana and Qatar signed an MoU to advance agricultural technology and sustainable farming practices. Mining Development: Mako Mining signed a 10-year mineral agreement for its Eagle Mountain gold project, targeting construction in 2027 and first production by end-2028. Standards in Schools: GNBS is expanding classroom and lab-based standards education through quizzes, speeches, and school tours.
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