Office of the Prime Minister -Guyana

PHOTOS || Today’s graduates reflect Guyana’s continued investment in its people.

PHOTOS|| Through GOAL, thousands of Guyanese are turning opportunity into achievement.

Celebrating achievement, opportunity, and the continued advancement of education through GOAL.

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Education remains key to national progress, PM Phillips at GOAL 2026 Graduation

Prime Minister, Brigadier (Ret’d), the Honourable Mark Phillips underscored the importance of education as a driver of personal advancement and national development during his address at the Guyana Online Academy of Learning’s (GOAL) fourth graduation ceremony.

Held under the theme ‘Academic Acceleration for National Development’, the event saw 3,876 Guyanese graduate across academic, vocational, and professional programmes.

In congratulating the graduates, Prime Minister Phillips said their achievement reflects the Government’s continued commitment to investing in people and expanding access to opportunities across Guyana.

He noted that while national development is often discussed in terms of roads, bridges, ports, and industries, the progress of any country ultimately depends on the development of its people.

“Education is the catalyst that makes those possibilities real. That is why this Government has placed education at the centre of national development.”

The Prime Minister highlighted that since GOAL’s establishment in 2021, the programme has exceeded its original target of awarding 20,000 scholarships by 2025. To date, 54,793 scholarships have been awarded.

He also recognised the 1,150 graduates of the Get Ready for Opportunities to Work (GROW) programme, which provides another pathway for persons who were unable to complete secondary school, sit CSEC, or achieve the results they had hoped for.

“For many people, setbacks at an early stage of life can feel permanent, but GROW rejects that idea and encourages exactly what it stands for: growth despite previous challenges.”

The Prime Minister added: “Among you, we have many mothers who have returned to their studies after years away from the classroom, young men and women who discovered new paths and decided they wanted to pursue them, and people from hinterland communities who no longer see geography as a barrier to opportunity”.

As Guyana develops, he noted, demand for skilled workers continues to increase, particularly in technical services, logistics, accounting, education, information technology, and maritime transportation.

He pointed to the 1,308 graduates from vocational and certificate programmes, the 76 graduates of the ACCA Foundation Programme, and the 61 cadets who completed the associate degree in Maritime Transportation.

The Prime Minister further reminded that the Government continues to make significant investments in education, including the $183.6 billion allocated to the sector in this year’s national budget to support schools, scholarships, digital learning, and teacher development.

He encouraged the graduates to continue developing their skills and to use their knowledge to contribute to their communities and country.

“Let your achievements also remind every Guyanese that education remains one of the surest pathways to personal advancement and national progress.”

The Prime Minister extended appreciation to parents, spouses, children, and loved ones for their support, and commended the leadership and staff of GOAL for their continued work in expanding educational opportunities for Guyanese.

Prime Minister, Brigadier (Ret’d), the Honourable Mark Phillips, last evening attended the official launch of CAM Motors and the introduction of the Jetour and Foton vehicle brands to the Guyanese market.

The launch, held at the Railway Courtyard in Georgetown, marks a new partnership between ATL Automotive, Continental Group of Companies, and MMKJ Inc., bringing expanded options in passenger, commercial, and fleet vehicles to Guyana.

Prime Minister Phillips joined His Excellency President Irfaan Ali; other members of Government; Executive Chairman of ATL Automotive, Mr Adam Stewart; Director of MMKJ, Mr Vishok Persaud; Director of CAM Motors and Continental Group of Companies, Mr Sachin Puri; and representatives of the private sector at the event.

Here are some highlights from the launch.

Prime Minister, Brigadier (Ret’d), the Honourable Mark Phillips, on Saturday joined His Excellency President Dr Irfaan Ali, and the executive management of Jags Aviation Inc. for the official commissioning and ribbon-cutting ceremony of two new HAL-228 aircraft.

The ceremony was held at Jags’ Bradley Hangar at the Eugene F. Correia International Airport, Ogle.

During the event, President Ali underscored his Government’s vision for a modern and expanded aviation sector, noting that Guyana must not merely participate in global growth, but soar alongside it.

Here are some highlights from the ceremony.

Fatherhood is a noble responsibility that helps to shape strong families, stable communities, and a better nation.

Today, we honour the love, sacrifice, guidance, and commitment of fathers, and recognise the important role they continue to play in the lives of their children and in the development of our society.

Happy Father’s Day.

Prime Minister, Brigadier (Ret’d), the Honourable Mark Phillips, today joined His Excellency President Dr Irfaan Ali at the Official Spiritual Discourse held in commemoration of the 50th Anniversary of the Brahma Kumaris in Guyana and the visit of Sister Jayanti, Additional Administrative Head of the Brahma Kumaris.

The event brought together spiritual leaders, officials and members of the community for a morning of reflection, peace and unity.

Here are some highlights from the event:

In observance of Father’s Day, the Office of the Prime Minister, on Friday, honoured the fathers within its staff for their dedication, service, and invaluable contributions both at work and at home.

Prime Minister, Brigadier (Ret’d), the Honourable Mark Phillips, was joined by Minister within the Office of the Prime Minister with Responsibility for Public Affairs, the Honourable Kwame McCoy, and Permanent Secretary, Dr. Alfred King, in celebrating the occasion.

A little diplomacy, a little dough, and plenty of flavour set the tone last evening as Prime Minister, Brigadier (Ret’d), the Honourable Mark Phillips, attended the European Union Cultural Event and Pizza-Making Competition.

The event was hosted by the Delegation of the European Union in Guyana and led by European Union Ambassador to Guyana, HE Luca Pierantoni, bringing together chefs for a lively evening of friendly competition, culture, and creativity.

Chefs competed in two categories, Traditional Neapolitan Pizza and Guyanese Gourmet Pizza, putting both classic techniques and bold local flavours on full display.

Here are some highlights from the event: