Tourism Minister celebrates Courts Christmas launch, cultural heritage at GuyExpo

Minister of Tourism, Industry and Commerce Susan Rodrigues on Friday attended the Annual Courts Light Up on Main Street, delivering the feature address before officially switching on the lights to usher in the Christmas season. In her remarks at the event, she emphasised the importance of the Light Up tradition in bringing families and communities together, while also commending Courts for its continued contribution to Guyana’s retail sector and national celebrations.
Gillian Matthews, General Manager (GM) of Unicomer, also addressed the crowd, reaffirming the company’s commitment to creating memorable holiday experiences for Guyanese. The event drew a large audience who enjoyed performances from local artistes Stephen Ramphal, Diana Chapman, Calvin Burnette, Samuel Medas, the Joro Dance Group, and a live performance by the Guyana Police Force (GPF) Band, adding to the festive spirit. Earlier, on Thursday, at the 30th anniversary of GuyExpo, Indigenous artist Demion Mack unveiled his commissioned portrait of the Minister of Tourism. The event marked the first GuyExpo under Minister Rodrigues’ leadership, highlighting her vision for Guyana’s tourism sector.
Demion, from Rewa Village and a member of the Macushi Nation, is renowned for his landscapes and portraits inspired by the Rupununi and Indigenous culture. His tribute to Minister Rodrigues celebrated both her leadership and Guyana’s rich heritage. From celebrating cultural heritage at GuyExpo to lighting up the streets for Christmas, Minister Rodrigues’ presence at both events underscored her dedication to promoting Guyana’s tourism, culture, and community traditions.