Guyana fortifies digital defences as cybersecurity gains momentum - report

Guyana fortifies digital defences as cybersecurity gains momentum – report

Dec 22, 2025 News

(Kaieteur News) – Guyana is stepping up its digital security game as it navigates rapid technological growth and an expanding oil sector, according to the 2025 Cybersecurity Report released last week by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) and the Organisation of American States (OAS).

Titled: Cybersecurity 2025: vulnerability and maturity challenges to bridging the gaps in Latin America and the Caribbean, the report highlights Guyana’s National Cybersecurity Policy Framework, launched in 2024 by the National Data Management Authority (NDMA), as a cornerstone of the country’s strategy. Comprising 43 policies, the framework is designed to protect government information systems, improve incident response, and promote inter-agency collaboration.

Officials say it underpins the government’s push to modernise public services, secure critical infrastructure, and reduce risks from rising cyber threats. According to the report Guyana has also strengthened its international cybersecurity engagement, leveraging partnerships with organisations such as the IDB and the OAS. These collaborations provide technical assistance, digital transformation support, and expertise in managing data security, reinforcing Guyana’s defenses against evolving cyber threats.

Locally, the report states that the Guyana National Computer Incident Response Team (CIRT.GY)—now under the NDMA—remains central to the nation’s cyber response strategy. Established in 2013, CIRT.GY handles incident management, technical remediation, public awareness campaigns, and collaborates internationally to bolster cybersecurity across borders.

According to the report the government has prioritised protecting Critical National Infrastructure (CNI), including energy, transportation, and telecommunications systems, recognising that robust cybersecurity is vital for national digital resilience. Key initiatives include the National Cyber Risk Assessment (NCRA) workshop, supported by the UK, which equips stakeholders with skills to defend against cyberattacks. Legislative and policy efforts are also underway. The ICT Master Plan 2030, the Data Protection Bill, and ongoing updates to the Cybercrime Act aim to align Guyana’s laws with international standards, secure data management, and strengthen the overall digital ecosystem. Public awareness initiatives are gaining traction as well. NDMA-led programs, including the Cybersecurity Awareness Road Show, reached over 1,100 secondary school students, teaching them safe online practices, risk assessment, and protection against cyber threats.

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