Education
Guatemala Opens Applications for 2026 English Scholarships at IGA
IGA and Guatemala City Hall are offering English scholarships for Guatemalans aged 18 to 45, covering tuition, materials, and extracurricular activities for six months.
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Guatemala Stands Out in Global Tourism With Best Hidden Gem 2026 Award
Guatemala won the Best Hidden Gem 2026 award at the eDreams Travel Awards, highlighting the country’s growing international appeal for culture, nature, gastronomy, and unique travel experiences.
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Unilever Secures Top 10 Positions in MERCO Reputation and ESG Rankings 2025
Unilever was recognized in the MERCO Empresas and MERCO Responsabilidad ESG 2025 rankings, securing Top 10 positions in Central America and the Dominican Republic.
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Guatemala’s Synergy Industrial Park Earns Global Recognition for Sustainable Industrial Development
Synergy Industrial Park reached the global Top 10 for LEED Gold industrial developments, becoming the largest certified project of its kind in the Americas.
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Héctor Sandarti Launches “Triunfadores” Podcast to Highlight Inspiring Guatemalan Stories
Guatemalan TV host Héctor Sandarti launched “Triunfadores,” a new podcast featuring inspiring stories of Guatemalans creating social impact through entrepreneurship, purpose and community initiatives.
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Guatemala Introduces Arena Gallo, a New World-Class Venue in Cayalá
Arena Gallo was officially presented in Guatemala as a new world-class venue in Ciudad Cayalá designed to host concerts, sports events, conventions, and large-scale entertainment experiences.
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GTC Mujer Reaches More Than 2.5 Million Women in Guatemala Through Its Expanding Ecosystem
GTC Mujer, an initiative by Banco G&T Continental, is expanding its ecosystem in Guatemala through financial education, leadership training, networking, and community-driven experiences for women.
Economy
Guatemala and Nicaragua Lead Central America’s Economic Growth in 2026
Guatemala and Nicaragua recorded the strongest economic growth in Central America during the first months of 2026, while El Salvador showed a significant recovery, according to Secmca data.
Economy
IFC Invests US$230 Million in BAC Guatemala to Expand Financing for SMEs
IFC announced a US$230 million investment in BAC Guatemala to expand financing for SMEs, support sustainable finance initiatives, and strengthen job creation across Guatemala.
Economy
Guatemala’s Banking System Shows Strong Liquidity as Savings Rates Decline
Liquidity Guatemala remains at strong levels as banks maintain financial stability, keeping credit accessible while lowering returns on savings and fixed-term deposits.
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ENERGUATE Inaugurates Chocolá Substation to Strengthen Power Distribution in Guatemala
ENERGUATE inaugurated the Chocolá substation in Suchitepéquez, a Q28.6 million project that will improve electricity distribution for more than 30,000 homes and businesses in Guatemala.
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ÍNTEGRO Highlights Environmental and Social Impact in 2025 Sustainability Report
ÍNTEGRO revealed 33% growth in managed assets, more than 24,000 jobs generated, and over US$100 million in planned sustainable projects in its 2025 sustainability report.