August 2025 – In a bid to foster digital transformation and reinforce national cybersecurity resilience, the National Data Management Authority (NDMA), through its Cybersecurity Division, recently led a comprehensive Tabletop Exercise (TTX) focused on the Acceptable Use of Information Technology (IT) Resources Policy, the Password Construction Guideline, and the Password Protection Policy. Conducted under the […]
One year ago, the Moruca Sub-district in Region 1 became the first area to benefit from faster internet speeds through the rollout of Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite services under the Government’s WiFiGY Programme. Since then, 236 of the 253 officially recognised Hinterland, Remote and Riverain villages have been connected, giving over 132,000 people access […]
In a bid to foster digital transformation and reinforce national cybersecurity resilience, the National Data Management Authority (NDMA), through its Cybersecurity Division, hosted a series of critical Tabletop Exercises (TTX) in February, March and June 2025. These sessions engaged public sector employees from multiple government agencies in simulated cyber incident response scenarios designed to enhance […]
Georgetown, Guyana – The Government of Guyana, through the Office of the Prime Minister and the National Data Management Authority (NDMA), has launched Guyana’s first Internet Exchange Point (IXP): GYIXP. This is a major step towards improving national internet performance, security, and self-sufficiency. The IXP is hosted at the University of Guyana and was officially […]
The National Data Management Authority (NDMA) hosted its Government Employees Cybersecurity Fair under the theme “Securing Guyana’s Digital Future: Hands-On Tools and Techniques for Government Cybersecurity.” The event, part of the Government’s broader digital transformation agenda, brought together public servants from across ministries and agencies for a day of interactive sessions focused on cybersecurity awareness, […]
April 24th 2025 – In observance of International Girls in ICT Day 2025, the Cybersecurity Division of the National Data Management Authority (NDMA) hosted a programme for women and girls aimed at empowering young women to envision and pursue careers in the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Sector, aligning with this year’s global theme: “Girls […]
Thursday 23 January 2025 – The overall winner and runners-up have today been announced in Get Safe Online’s international ‘Cyber Heroine of the Year’ competition, that has been running since October in 25 countries across the globe. Against tough competition, the overall winner has been unveiled as Dionne Walker from Grenada whilst second place is […]
Shop Smart, Stay Safe: NDMA’s Guide to Secure Online Shopping This Holiday Season November 2024 – The holiday season brings a surge in online shopping as people hunt for Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and Christmas deals. This rush doesn’t go unnoticed by hackers; online breaching attempts spike around these dates, with phishing scams and fraud […]
Georgetown, Guyana, November 27, 2024 – The National Data Management Authority (NDMA) has received a Recognition Award for its Girls in ICT programme at the Eighth Digital Government Ministerial Meeting of the Americas held in Brazil from November 26-27, 2024. The award was presented in recognition of NDMA’s continued efforts in advancing gender equality and […]