Media

April 17, 2018

by GNBA in Press Releases

Press Release- Broadcasters to include Advisories and Disclaimers before and after programmes as required

The Guyana National Broadcasting Authority (GNBA) advises broadcasters to develop a system where advisories are placed before programmes where graphic human images are screened. These may include images in medical or other types of programmes. Broadcasters are also encouraged to place disclaimers after programmes are aired, to guide viewers appropriately as to those responsible […]

April 11, 2018

by GNBA in Media, News

HJ pays GNBA, avoids shutdown

One of the more popular radio stations in Guyana—94.1 Boom FM—owned by Hits and Jams Entertainment has been able to avoid experiencing temporary shutdown resulting from nonpayment of fees.Yesterday, this newspaper published an article quoting Attorney-at-law and Chairman of the Guyana National Broadcasting Agency (GNBA), Leslie Sobers, listing the names of radio stations that are […]

April 6, 2018

by GNBA in Media, News, Radio, Television

Several radio operations face imminent shutdown as Broadcasting Authority gets tough for non-compliance

Even the longest rope has an end. That idiom is a stark reminder of the position taken by the Guyana National Broadcasting Authority (GNBA) which has decided to publish a list of all non-compliant broadcasters who as a result of their errant ways will no longer be allowed to operate.Kaieteur News understands that a number […]

April 3, 2018

by GNBA in Media, News

TV stations red-flagged for breaching licence

…GNBA notes sensational, lewd content THE Guyana National Broadcasting Authority (GNBA) has reported that broadcasters continue to breach the amended Broadcasting Act. According to a press statement from the authority, their Monitoring and Compliance Department detected serious breaches of the Act, especially over the past three months. “These breaches fall within the categories of the […]

March 29, 2018

by GNBA in Press Releases

Press Release

MARCH 29, 2018 The GNBA has announced that some broadcasters continue Serious Breaches of the Broadcasting Act and its 2017 Amendment on a daily basis. GNBA has announced that its Monitoring and Compliance Department has observed and recorded a steady flow of serious breaches to the Broadcasting Act 2011 and its 2017 Amendment for the […]

March 28, 2018

by GNBA in Media, News, Radio

Community radio stations aim to empower citizens, promote greater inclusivity -President Granger says at commissioning of Radio Orealla

Georgetown, Guyana – (March 26, 2018) President David Granger said that the Regional Public Broadcasting Services are intended to empower citizens at the grassroots level through the creation of a more informed populace, the removal of inequality, encouraging greater participation and inclusivity in decision making on important national matters and improving village economies by giving residents […]

March 26, 2018

by GNBA in Media, News, Notices, Radio

History made as ‘Radio Orealla’ launched

History was created Sunday last when President David Granger and the largest delegation of Ministers and government officials visited Orealla Village, Region Six, East Berbice, to launch the sixth community radio station – Radio Orealla 95.1 FM. In remarks to mark the occasion, President David Granger restated the government’s commitment to bridging the information […]

March 12, 2018

by GNBA in News, Radio

Region Seven trainees being prepped for radio broadcasting

Approximately 20 persons from various communities in Cuyuni-Mazaruni (Region Seven), are being trained to work as broadcasters in the recently commissioned Radio Bartica.The training which began last week is being facilitated by Communication Specialist, Dr. Rovin Deodat at the Bartica Learning Resource Centre.According to Dr. Deodat, the main objective of the exercise is to prepare […]

February 28, 2018

by GNBA in Media, News, Notices

Delinquent broadcasters given until March to comply

Mr. Leslie Sobers , Chairman of the Guyana National Broadcasting Authority (GNBA) said action will be taken against broadcasters who have not honoured their obligations to the authority by March month-end. The chairman noted that the Broadcast (Amendment) Act of 2017 prescribes a series of penalties for non-compliance and legal action will be taken against […]

February 26, 2018

by GNBA in Media, News, Radio, Radio

“You have a right to public information” -President Granger tells South Rupununi residents as Radio Aishalton launched

President David Granger, said that it is the right of every Guyanese, regardless of their geographic location, to access public services, particularly public information, which will ensure that they are equipped to make informed choices and decisions and to have their voices heard. The President was at the time delivering the feature address at the […]

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