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November 4, 2017

by GNBA in Media, News, Publications, Radio

GNBA grants radio licences to several broadcast agencies

The Guyana National Broadcasting Authority (GNBA) yesterday issued radio licenses to several broadcasting agencies for the period ended 2016. These are the National Communications Network, National Television Network Radio, Radio Guyana Incorporated, iRadio Incorporated and Wireless Connections. Recipients of radio licenses. Licensing for 2017 will be done in compliance with the new amendment of the […]

October 13, 2017

by admin in Cable, Notices, Radio, Radio, Television

Interest in the acquisition of a Broadcast Licence

The Authority’s records indicate pending applications for the acquisition of a broadcast licence. The GNBA hereby solicits an acknowledgment of continued interest in acquiring said licence, from those applicants who have not recently communicated with the Authority. GNBA continues its efforts to keep broadcasters fully compliant, increasingly with the passage of the new Broadcast Amendment Act […]

October 13, 2017

by admin in Notices

Notice To All Cable, Radio And Television Operators

The Guyana National Broadcasting Authority hereby invites all cable, radio and television broadcasters to settle all fees due and payable to the Authority. Please note importantly, in order to be eligible for the issuance of a broadcast licence, overall compliance is required. Payments can be made at GNBA’s 18 Lamaha Street, Queenstown, Georgetown location, situated […]

August 23, 2017

by admin in Events, Media, News

Min. Hughes stresses need for high-quality broadcasting content in Region

MINISTER of Public Telecommunications, Catherine Hughes, has emphasised the need for consistency in the production of good-quality broadcasting content even as she called on the Caribbean Broadcasting Union (CBU) to critically assess where the industry is heading and assist the Region to chart a course towards reaping the economic benefits of its creativity. Minister Hughes […]

August 18, 2017

by GNBA in Media, News, Press Releases, Publications, Speeches, Students

GNBA backs Broadcast Bill

…PM says it corrects loopholes in principal act THE Guyana Broadcasting Authority (GNBA) has thrown its full support behind the Broadcast (Amendment) Bill, with its Chairman Attorney-at-law, Leslie Sobers assuring that the 60 minutes airtime, daily, for public service programmes was not unreasonable. These sentiments were expressed when the Prime Minister, who has responsibility for […]

August 17, 2017

by GNBA in Media, News, Press Releases, Publications, Speeches, Students, Uncategorized

19 Broadcasters Still To Pay Licensing Fees

…GNBA says arrears in excess of $140M WITH more than $140M outstanding in licensing fees, television, cable and radio broadcasters who are not in compliance as of December 31, 2016, can find themselves off air if they fail to make the necessary payments after the Broadcasting (Amendment) Bill takes effect. Minutes after a closed-door meeting […]

August 17, 2017

by GNBA in Media, News, Press Releases, Publications, Radio, Speeches

Honourable Prime Minister’s official visit to the Guyana National Broadcasting Authority

August 17, 2017

by GNBA in Legislation, Media, News, Press Releases, Publications, Radio, Speeches

Prime Minister Moses Nagamootoo reaffirms support for GNBA

First Vice President and Prime Minister, Moses Nagamootoo met today, with board members of the Guyana National Broadcasting Authority (GNBA) at the Authority’s office on Lamaha Street. The Prime Minister welcomed the members to their new location and congratulated the organization on their work completed so far, and also for their recommendations that were made […]

August 15, 2017

by GNBA in Letters to the Editor, Media, News, Press Releases, Protecting, Publications, Speeches,  Broadcasting strategies

Guyana Press Association has misled Guyanese ( PSAS/PSP/PSB)

Dear Editor, I am writing as I am very concerned that the Guyana Press Association (GPA) has not only misled the Guyanese citizenry but also their international counterparts – Reporters without Borders and the Association of Caribbean Media Workers (ACM). As reported in Kaieteur News, “The GPA strongly opposed the government seeking to redefine what […]

August 15, 2017

by GNBA in Media, News, Press Releases, Publications, Speeches, Television

Prime Minister seeks to alleviate concerns about Broadcast Amendment Bill

– Says it serves National Interest Prime Minister Moses Nagamootoo has penned a missive that aims to educate the public about the content of the Broadcast Amendment Bill 2017. He said that much of the concerns expressed are misdirected. While there have been local and international calls for President David Granger to withhold his assent […]

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