Guyana Jewellers Association to be Launched Next Week
November 19 2025
The Ministry of Natural Resources, in partnership with the Guyana Gold Board (GGB) and the Guyana Geology and Mines Commission (GGMC), will host a major stakeholder engagement on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, to formally launch the Guyana Jewellers Association. The event is scheduled for 1:00 p.m. at the top floor of Duke Lodge.
The meeting forms part of the broader implementation of the Guyana Gold and Jewellery Sector Development Strategy, which aims to modernize and strengthen the country’s gold, jewellery, and gemstone value chains. It is expected to bring together jewellers, goldsmiths, designers, gemstone traders, retailers, manufacturers, workshop owners, and other industry players.
During the engagement, Minister of Natural Resources Vickram Bharrat, will deliver remarks to officially initiate the establishment of the Association. Stakeholders will also participate in the nomination and election of the body’s first Board of Directors.
Organizers noted that key sector updates and important information related to the industry’s development will be presented throughout the session.
The Ministry is encouraging all stakeholders within the gold, jewellery, gemstone, casting, and jewellery supply sectors to attend and contribute to what is described as a significant national initiative.
For additional information or to confirm attendance, stakeholders may contact the Guyana Gold Board at lmartin@ggb.gov.gy
