IGG returns with bang following official launch last evening at Providence Stadium

Prime Minister Mark Phillips speaking to the officials and athletes at the Inter Guiana Games commencement ceremony

Back from a half decade hiatus, the Inter Guiana Games (IGG) returned with a bang with a colorful opening ceremony last night at the National Stadium.

Amid rhythmic and entertaining singing, dancing and steel pan performances, the return of the annual multi-sport showpiece at the world renowned venue was ushered in by Guyana’s Prime Minister, Mark Phillips, Minister of Culture, Youth and Sport, Charles Ramson Jr., Director of Sport, Steve Ninvalle along with Suriname’s Minister of Regional Development and Sport, Gracia Emanuel and several other dignitaries.