Join Us for the 57th CBU Annual General Assembly
August 17–19, 2026 · Georgetown, Guyana
Broadcast and media professionals from across the Caribbean and beyond are invited to the 57th Annual General Assembly of the Caribbean Broadcasting Union (CBU). This premier regional gathering brings together key players in media, communications, and technology for three days of networking, knowledge-sharing, and celebration under the theme “Caribbean Media & AI”.
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About AGA 57
The CBU 57th Annual General Assembly takes place from Monday, August 17, to Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Georgetown, Guyana, under the theme “Caribbean Media & AI”.
When & Where
The CBU 57th Annual General Assembly takes place from Monday, August 17, to Wednesday, August 19, 2026.
Conference sessions will be held at the Authur Chung Conference Center at Liliendall, East Coast Demerara.
AGA 57 Schedule
The AGA will consist of three (3) days of activities
- Monday Aug 17:
- Delegates Tour:
9.00 AM – 3:30 PM - Exhibitors’ & Partners’ Showcase
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Delegates Tour:
- Tuesday Aug 18:
- AGA Plenary (CBU Members Only)
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM - EUTELSAT SEMINAR
9:00 AM – 12 NOON - Opening Ceremony and Hall of Fame Inductions
7:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Keynote Speaker : His Excellency Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali,
President of the Cooperative Republic of Guyana
- AGA Plenary (CBU Members Only)
- Wednesday Aug 19:
- Conference Day
9.00 AM – 4.00 PM
Keynote Speaker: Hon Kwame McCoy, Minister of Information and Public Affairs, Office of the Prime Minister, - CBU Media Awards Gala:
7:00 PM
Keynote Speaker -TBC - Awards Gala After Party
9:30 PM
- Conference Day
Accommodation
The Local Organising Committee has made a block reservation at Pegasus Hotel & Suites at a preferential room rate for AGA 57 delegates.
Pegasus Hotel Standard Room USD 200 + 14% VAT per night
Pegasus Hotel Deluxe Room USD 300 + 14% VAT per night
Atlantic Suites by Hyatt Executive Suite USD 400 + 14% per night
Atlantic Suites by Hyatt Business Executive Suite USD 575 + 14% per night
All rates include complimentary daily breakfast.
To make bookings at the special AGA delegates’ rate email reservations@pegasushotelguyana.com and include that you are attending the CBU Assembly.
Reservations must be made by August 1, 2026.
Guests can cancel up to two weeks before the event at no charge.
The hotel address is Seawall Road, Kingston, Georgetown Guyana Phone 592.2252853/9
Should you have any additional reservations questions, you may reach out to: reservations@pegasushotelguyana.com
Visa Guidance
It is important that participants check passport and visa requirements for Barbados in due time before departure.
CARICOM passport holders are NOT subject to the visa obligations to enter Guyana. Delegates who are NOT CARICOM passport holders may be subject to visa obligations. Send a scanned copy of your national passport to info@caribroadcastunion.org no later than June 26, 2026 for preparation of an invitation letter to ease your visa release process.
More information is available on the website https://www.minfor.gov.gy/visa-information
Travel Arrangements
You should plan your travel to arrive in Georgetown in time for the Delegates Tour which starts at 9.00 AM on Monday August 17, 2026.
ARRIVING BY AIR: Ground transportation from the Eugene F. Correia International Airport or the Cheddi Jagan International Airport to the hotel is available.
Tipping & Taxis
Tipping is generally not required, but it is appreciated in restaurants and cafés.
Taxis: Are widely available.
Business Hours
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Shops: Most shops open 8 AM to 9.30 PM, while malls are generally open from 10 AM to 10 PM.
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Banks: Regular banking hours are 8 AM to 2.00 PM.
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ATMs: widely available.
Weather & Time Zone
Guyana has tropical weather. Temperatures are uniformly high, as is the relative humidity. Average daytime temperatures hover around 29°C. Nighttime temperatures range from 26°C to 24°C. Kindly note however that meeting rooms are air conditioned.
Guyana is in the GMT Standard Time zone (GMT/UTC 4)
Meeting Attire
Business wear suitable for a tropical climate is appropriate. However, conference rooms will be air-conditioned, and delegates should dress appropriately for these sessions.
Useful Contacts
For any further assistance regarding administrative and logistical arrangements for this workshop, please contact:
CBU Secretariat
Tel: 1 246 4301007
Email: info@caribroadcastunion.org
Annual General Assembly Local Organising Committee Secretariat
The LOC Secretariat will begin operation on Saturday August 15, 2026. Contact information will be provided closer to that date.