Guyana

–rejects bias claims at CCJ, outlines Mohameds ‘rap sheet’ of international indictments –regional court to deliver decision ‘as soon as is reasonably practicable’ ATTORNEY General and Legal Affairs Minister, Anil Nandlall, SC, on Tuesday defended the legality and fairness of advice he provided to Minister of Home Affairs Oneidge Walrond in […]

–as VAMED+WWH signals new chapter in national healthcare projects GUYANA is co-hosting the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) 70th Annual Health Research Conference, bringing together a broad cross-section of regional and international health leaders. In addition to Minister of Health Dr Frank Anthony, the conference is expected to draw health […]

THE Government of Guyana, on Tuesday, commissioned the new Ekereku Police Station in Region Seven (Cuyuni-Mazaruni), sending a strong and unmistakable message: this administration is systematically correcting decades of uneven development and ensuring that every community benefits from security, investment, and state presence. Delivering the feature […]

SOME 84 persons with disabilities from Region Six (East Berbice-Corentyne) have graduated from a series of specialised training programmes. The graduation ceremony was held on Friday, April 17, 2026, at the Centre for Equity, Opportunity and Innovation, located within the Empower Guyana building in Palmyra, East Canje, Region Six. The initiative was […]

–with aim of providing affordable vision care for diabetic, hypertensive patients THE Doobay Medical and Research Centre, on Tuesday, commissioned the Latchmin Kissoon and Family Eye Clinic at the facility located in Annandale, East Coast Demerara. Speaking on behalf of his mother and her seven children, all of whom were in Guyana together for the

FORTUNATELY for Guyana, the Stabroek News (SN) was gone when the Variety of Democracy Institute (V-Dem), a research body in a globally unknown university (in Sweden) published its global democracy report for 2026. Had the SN been around, the report would have made the front page as the lead story. Now the Kaieteur News (KN)

– aims to fast-track electricity grid modernisation projects MINISTER of Public Utilities and Aviation, Deodat Indar, on Tuesday, convened a high-level project management meeting with senior officials of the Guyana Power and Light and major contractors, as the government intensifies efforts to modernise the country’s electricity infrastructure and […]

– to enhance infrastructure, marketing and standards THE Ministry of Tourism, Industry and Commerce is advancing plans to formalise a comprehensive National Tourism Policy, a key initiative aimed at strengthening the country’s rapidly expanding tourism sector and ensuring sustainable, long-term growth. The policy, which is expected to be completed later […]

  TRAFFIC Chief Mahendra Singh is urging motorists to exercise restraint and avoid aggressive behaviour towards traffic ranks, as concerns grow over tensions on the nation’s roadways. “I advise road users against being aggressive towards police,” Singh said, emphasising the importance of maintaining calm during interactions with law enforcement […]

CAMILLE’S Academy Incorporated has intensified its push toward gender-inclusive workplace practices with the hosting of a two-day Gender Equality in the Workplace training, as part of activities marking Sexual Assault Awareness Month. The training forms part of the institution’s bid to secure accreditation under the National Gender Equality and […]

A 25-year-old gold miner of 111 Miles, Mahdia, Potaro, Region Eight (Potaro-Siparuni) was arrested on Sunday during a police operation in relation to several warrants issued following his conviction for multiple offences. Kellon Henry, was apprehended at about 10:10h on Sunday, when ranks from the Mahdia Police Station acted on information and carried out […]

Entrepreneurs and small business operators are gaining critical skills to strengthen their operations through business clinics hosted by the Guyana Tourism Authority (GTA) under the Tourism, Industry and Commerce Ministry, as the government continues to invest in capacity building and private sector growth. The initiative forms part of ongoing efforts by […]

Residents of Fair View Village, North Rupununi, Region Nine (Upper Takatu-Upper Essequibo) benefitted from a traffic outreach on Saturday, led by ranks from the Traffic Department in Region Nine. The initiative included a Learner’s Driver’s Theoretical Examination, allowing both first-time and re-sit candidates to complete the test within their […]

The Natural Resources Ministry, through the Guyana Forestry Commission, has partnered with the European Union (EU) to advance efforts aimed at reducing deforestation and forest degradation within the Amazon Rainforest. The initiative is part of the Amazonia+ Programme, funded by the EU and led by the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS), in […]

Three Essequibo Coast, Region Two (Pomeroon-Supenaam) men have been fined after appearing before the court on charges of driving with breath alcohol levels exceeding the legal limit. Bhoopaul Roy, a 43-year-old hire car driver of Golden Fleece, was charged with the offence committed on March 21, along the Suddie Public Road. The charge was instituted The […]