| Area Total | 214,969 sq km |
| Climate | tropical; hot, humid, moderated by northeast trade winds; two rainy seasons (May to August, November to January) |
| Natural Resources | bauxite, gold, diamonds, hardwood timber, shrimp, fish |
| Imports | $1.626 billion (2017 est.) partners: Trinidad and Tobago 27.5%, US 26.5%, China 8.9%, Suriname 6.1% (2017) |
| Exports | $1.439 billion (2017 est.) partners: Canada 24.9%, US 16.5%, Panama 9.6%, UK 7.7%, Jamaica 5.1%, Trinidad and Tobago 5% (2017) |
| Government | parliamentary republic |
| Capital | Georgetown |
| Population | 740,700 (July 2018 est.) |
| Ethnicity | East Indian 39.8%, black (African) 29.3%, mixed 19.9%, Amerindian 10.5%, other 0.5% (2012 est.) |
| Language | English (official), Guyanese Creole, Amerindian languages, Indian languages, Chinese (2014 est.) |
News about Guyana
- Five book CARIFTA games spot as qualifying season opensby Staff Reporter on January 28, 2026
TRACK and field athletes Angel Jeffrey, Tesianna Harris, Onesi Dunn, Tishawn Easton and CARIFTA medallist Javon Roberts have all booked their place in the country’s CARIFTA games team after making the qualifying standard over the weekend. They made the cut at the Athletics Association of Guyana’s developmental meet held at the National Track and Field
- Sport Ministry pivots sport spending to operations as stadium construction cycle peaksby Staff Reporter on January 28, 2026
THE Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport is rebalancing the sport sector expenditure, shifting funds from heavy infrastructure construction to human capital and programming as several major stadium projects approach completion, government officials said on Monday. The shift was detailed following the presentation of the South American nation’s […]
- Schools Basketball League… President’s College defend home turfby Staff Reporter on January 28, 2026
PRESIDENT’S College Schools Basketball side defended home turf on Sunday when they hosted the Government Technical Institute (GTI) as the Schools Basketball League continued. When action continued at the schools iconic location in Golden Grove, the hosts had a tough battle with the Government Technical Institute. President’s College tipped the scales in […]
- GBA welcomes $6B sports budget boost, eyes new era for boxingby Staff Reporter on January 28, 2026
THE Guyana Boxing Association (GBA) has welcomed the Government’s proposed $6 billion allocation for sport in the 2026 National Budget, describing it as a significant step forward for the development of amateur boxing across the country. The allocation forms part of the wider $1.558 trillion national budget and signals continued emphasis on sport as a
- J’s Racing Stables could feature seven horses at Banks Classicby Staff Reporter on January 28, 2026
– as Guyana Cup nomination looms A PROLIFIC field of seven horses from the Js Racing Stables could take centre stage at the Banks Classic at the Port Mourant Turf Club on Sunday, February 1. According to seasoned Brazilian trainer attached to Js Racing stables, Cesar Gustavo Netto, he disclosed that the likes of Mapa
- Vintage Markram, clinical Linde headline South Africa’s comfortable winby Staff Reporter on January 28, 2026
(ESPNCRICINFO) – SOUTH Africa won their first T20I in eight attempts (outside of World Cups) against West Indies to take the lead in the three-match series. Crucially, their captain Aiden Markram fresh off a SA20 hundred, reached his highest T20I score of 86 not out and could not have chosen a better time to find
- ‘In my lifetime, I never thought we would see this’ — West Indian cricketers hail new Palmyra Stadiumby Staff Reporter on January 28, 2026
FOR decades, the county of Berbice has been the heartbeat of Guyanese cricket, a fertile breeding ground that has consistently funnelled elite talent into the West Indies setup. Yet, for all its history, the region has lacked a modern stage. That is about to change. Before the end of 2026, the 10,000-seat Palmyra Multipurpose Facility
- ‘Budget is not a campaign flyer’ – McCoy slams opposition commentaryby Staff Reporter on January 27, 2026
-Says critiques reveal weak grasp of fiscal policy, ‘not serious about governance’ Minister within the Office of the Prime Minister, Kwame McCoy, has said that the Opposition’s response to the 2026 National Budget and their attacks continue to expose a troubling lack of seriousness, policy depth and economic literacy. “The Opposition’s commentary […]
- Gov’t pushes for completion of new CJIA arrivals terminalby Staff Reporter on January 27, 2026
–as tourism numbers soar GUYANA’S aviation landscape is changing due to rapid economic growth, increased international attention, and efforts to promote the country as a top travel destination. These elements have led to record numbers of visitors for business and leisure, prompting a re-evaluation of the country’s air connectivity management and […]
- Network of permanent farmers’ markets, greater use of smart, appropriate technologiesby Staff Reporter on January 27, 2026
–among initiatives geared at improving production, reducing food prices THE Government of Guyana continues to direct attention towards enhancing farm incomes, lowering food prices for consumers, and further establishing the country as the Caribbean’s leader in food security. Crucial among these initiatives is the proposed permanent farmers’ markets, […]
- Private Sector lauds “people-centric, development-attuned” Budget 2026by GTIMES on January 27, 2026
…says continuity in current economic environment enhances investor confidence The local private sector has commended the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) Government on the presentation of the $1.558 trillion Budget 2026, which focuses on enhancing the lives of citizens alongside provisions to push business development. Under the theme “Putting […]
- Energy push accelerates as Guyana signs new oil blocks, advances Gas-to-Energy plansby GTIMES on January 27, 2026
Finance Minister Dr Ashni Singh on Monday outlined significant developments in Guyana’s petroleum sector as he presented Budget 2026 to the National Assembly, highlighting progress in exploration, oil production and the utilisation of natural gas. Addressing petroleum exploration, Dr Singh said the Government signed two new Production Sharing Agreements […]
- $13.4B allocated in 2026 Budget to modernise, expand GuySuCoby GTIMES on January 27, 2026
Finance Minister Dr Ashni Singh, in presenting the 2026 National Budget, outlined significant investments and plans to restore the Guyana Sugar Corporation (GuySuCo) to financial viability and long-term sustainability. Addressing the National Assembly, Dr Singh highlighted that over the past five years, Government efforts have focused on reviving the sugar […]
- Children’s 2026 Mashramani Competition launchedby GTIMES on January 27, 2026
With costumes being prepared, dance steps rehearsed, and all necessary equipment in place to bring the stage alive, the Children’s Mashramani Competition was officially launched on Monday at the National Cultural Centre. The event, themed “Expressing Our Culture Through Innovation and Creativity,” celebrates Guyanese culture through the talents of […]
- TikTok live fatal shooting: 6 fined $9,750 for failure to report wanted man’s deathby GTIMES on January 27, 2026
Six persons appeared before the Linden Magistrate’s Court on Monday in connection with the failure to report an unnatural death, arising from investigations into the burning and disposal of the body of Jamal ‘Skinny’ Bourne, whose fatal shooting during a live social media broadcast went viral earlier this month. The accused, Shiloh Nurse, 26, of The […]







