GEORGETOWN, Guyana — Guyana and U.S.-based Cerebras Systems have signed a memorandum of understanding to develop a 100-megawatt artificial intelligence data center at Wales on the West Bank of Demerara, a project the government says could position the country as a regional hub for high-performance computing and digital innovation.
The agreement, announced Wednesday by Guyanese officials and the California-based company, outlines plans for a Cerebras-operated facility powered by behind-the-meter electricity jp from the natural-gas pipeline tied to Guyana’s forthcoming Gas-to-Energy project. The commitment marks one of the largest AI infrastructure proposals in the Caribbean and comes as Guyana seeks to diversify its rapidly expanding energy-driven economy.
Guyana’s President Dr. Irfaan Ali said the initiative reflects the administration’s goal of becoming an “AI-first” nation and building a talent pipeline that can participate in global technology markets. “This partnership is more than an AI data center; it’s a declaration of Guyana’s ambition,” Ali said in a statement. “We are building a future where Guyanese talent powers global innovation.”
Under the MOU, Cerebras will deploy its CS-3 AI supercomputers and associated systems to serve international clients while anchoring digital-skills development in Guyana. Company officials said the arrangement forms part of “Cerebras for Nations,” an initiative aimed at helping governments develop sovereign AI capacity.
“We are delighted to partner with the Government of Guyana to build this 100MW data center,” said Andrew Feldman, co-founder and CEO of Cerebras. “Guyana is leading the way in this global program in which we help world governments build, accelerate, and scale their sovereign AI initiatives.”
The government said the partnership includes commitments to strengthen data protection frameworks, develop research programs, expand training opportunities, and sponsor collaborations between Guyanese institutions and international universities. Officials did not disclose projected costs or a construction timeline.
The site, positioned near the Gas-to-Energy plant at Wales, is envisioned as the nucleus of a wider tech ecosystem involving startup incubation, education hubs, and advanced research facilities. According to the government, interest from other cloud, AI and digital-infrastructure companies has grown following preliminary discussions around the Wales development zone.
EY Global Partner Jay Persaud, who helped facilitate the deal, said the initiative could help build long-term economic resilience. “As a proud member of the Guyanese diaspora, I am excited to see how this ground-breaking collaboration will transform lives and inspire the next generation,” he said.
Guyana’s push into large-scale computing comes as the country continues to ramp up oil production and prepare for the arrival of natural-gas power generation expected to significantly lower electricity costs. Analysts say that cheaper power, new infrastructure and the government’s digital-transformation agenda may make Guyana attractive for niche AI and cloud-technology investments, though questions remain about regulatory preparedness and long-term demand.
Cerebras, headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, builds AI hardware based on its Wafer Scale Engine, which the company says is significantly larger and faster than traditional GPUs. Its systems are used by corporations, research institutions and governments in several regions.
Officials said more details on the project would be released as technical assessments advance.