Why Rafeek Khan’s Business Advice Reflects the Reality of Caribbean Entrepreneurship
The business lessons shared recently by Guyana Manufacturing and Services Association (GMSA) President Rafeek Khan are increasingly validated by independent international research, particularly in developing economies where entrepreneurs face high operational pressure, financing constraints, and rapid economic change. During his address at a business luncheon, Khan focused on...Read More
Detailed conditions for micro-loans from development bank
The Minister of Government Efficiency, Zulfikar Ally, on Thursday listed several requirements to borrow zero interest and zero collateral loans of up to GY$3 million from the Guyana development bank when it opens its doors later this year. Addressing a business luncheon hosted by the Guyana Manufacturing and Services Association (GMSA), he said the government would, among other things,...Read More
Press Release: GMSA Elects New Board of Directors For 2026/2027
Georgetown, Guyana, May 21, 2025: The Guyana Manufacturing and Services Association (GMSA) is delighted to announce the successful election of its new Board of Directors for the term 2026/2027. The association’s Annual General Meeting (AGM), conducted in two parts, saw the election of the President and the appointment of key leadership positions within the organisation. On April 24,...Read More
GMSA hails growth of manufacturing sector, launches new programme for small business support
Guyana’s manufacturing sector expanded by 20 per cent in 2025, and the Guyana Manufacturing and Services Association (GMSA) has rolled out a targeted programme to support small businesses capitalise on this growth. At the GMSA’s Annual General Meeting on Friday, its President Rafeek Khan credited this growth to the strength and resilience of local businesses. He said the growth is a...Read More
Press Release: GMSA and Water Manufacturers Engage Government on Advancing Local Bottled Water Production
Georgetown, Guyana, March 19, 2026: The Guyana Manufacturing and Services Association (GMSA), along with local bottled water manufacturers met with the Minister of Public Utilities and Aviation Hon. Deodat Indar and leadership of the Guyana Water Inc. (GWI), to discuss opportunities and challenges within Guyana’s water manufacturing sector. In an effort to bring the cost of bottled water...Read More
GMSA welcomes export incentive, again laments shipping woes
CLICK HERE TO VIEW ORIGINAL ARTICLE The Guyana Manufacturing and Services Association (GMSA) has welcomed new export incentives announced in the 2026 National Budget, describing them as a timely measure to support local manufacturers. In the budget presentation, Finance Minister Dr Ashni Singh announced that government will expand the list of products eligible for export allowances to...Read More