Latest update April 28th, 2026 12:30 AM
Ramotar to open Berbice Expo tomorrow
President Donald Ramotar will open the ninth Annual Berbice Exposition and Trade Fair tomorrow. According to President of the Central Corentyne Chambers of Commerce (CCCC), Mr. Leekah Rambrich, all systems are in place for the hosting of the 4- day activity which will see the participation of dozens of companies from all across Guyana.
CCCC President, Leekah Rambrich
The event will run from July 26 to July 29, next under the theme ‘‘Raising Our Standards, Enhancing our Competiveness’. The event is planned and executed annually by the CCCC.
There was a media tour of the Albion Sports Complex earlier this week to afford members of the press a first-hand opportunity to see the groundwork and layout of the ground as well as how booths were being set up.
Rambrich stated that nearly all of the spaces for exhibitors have been booked solid. “The main pavilion is already jam-packed…we didn’t have any more space, and it’s the largest expo we will be having.”
He stated, too, that more than 40 “big exhibitors” will be participating in the event. Sadly though, no foreign contingent is expected to participate.
The chamber was hoping to involve Venezuela, Trinidad and Brazil, “but we have a lot of newcomers this year especially from Georgetown.” One of them is the Guyana Manufacturers’ Association (GMA).
During tomorrow’s opening ceremony, he stated that there will be a packed cultural programme. Speaking about entertainment, there will be entertainment on the ground every single night as well as nightly fireworks displays.
Security is a major concern, Rambrich stated. Four meetings were held with the top security officials in the Region. “ I guarantee top-notch security—vehicles will be secured on the outer location on the road and we will be having more police presence and Sentinel Security.”
Rambrich said that since its launch, attendance to the expo has doubled from just over 15,000 during the first Berbice Expo to over 30,000 last year.
“The event has seen a remarkable improvement year after year.”
However, he criticized the “limited” support from the businesses in Georgetown.
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