Guyana

—Residents across Guyana invited to help shape government’s vision for safer, greener and more liveable communities   GUYANESE will today have the opportunity to help shape what could become a new blueprint for community development as the government launches a nationwide series of consultations on its ambitious Model Village Initiative. The […]

GUYANA’S banking sector remains well-capitalised and resilient despite the country’s rapid economic expansion, with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) saying the financial system is well-positioned to support continued growth while urging authorities to strengthen oversight as the economy becomes more diversified. In its 2026 Article IV Mission Staff […]

AS government efforts continue to support survivors and families affected by the MV Barima tragedy, the private partners are stepping up to strengthen those initiatives. The Guyana Amazon Warriors (GAW), in partnership with the ExxonMobil Guyana Global Super League (GSL), donated $25 million to the Hope, Empathy, Aid, Resilience and Trust (HEART) Initiative […]

says Caribbean states have transformed local climate challenges into international priorities through collective action VISITING United Kingdom (UK) Member of Parliament, David Lammy has said that Guyana and other Caribbean small states have successfully placed their climate vulnerabilities at the centre of global diplomacy through decades of persistent […]

THE government is on track to eliminate the housing backlog in Region 10 (Upper Demerara-Upper Berbice) by the end of 2027 as major investments continue in new housing developments and supporting infrastructure. During a recent social media address, President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali revealed that Region 10 had a housing backlog of 3,398 applications as

THE success of the newly passed Guyana Development Bank legislation should not be measured by the amount of money the institution lends, but by the jobs it creates, the businesses it helps to thrive and the opportunities it generates for Guyanese across the country, Minister of Public Service, Government Efficiency and Implementation Zulfikar Ally has

MORE than $900 million will flow directly into the communities of Region Eight as the government advances a major initiative to improve roads and bridges while empowering villages to lead and sustain critical infrastructural works. The investment, announced following the recently concluded National Toshaos Council (NTC) Conference, will see each of the […]

FIFTEEN tour guides from Santa Mission, Arrowpoint Nature Resort, and Waia Lodge have enhanced their emergency response skills after successfully completing the Bronze Medallion Lifeguard Training Programme facilitated by the Guyana Lifesavers Association. The three-day training exercise was conducted from July 28 to 30, 2026, at Arrowpoint Nature Resort, […]

PUPILS in Karaudarnau Village, Region Nine, are set to return to an improved learning environment when the new school term begins in September, following ongoing upgrades to the community’s primary school. According to the Village Council, the project is aimed at creating a safer, more comfortable and conducive environment for teaching and learning. The […]

HANDS down, the most ubiquitous business formation on the Guyanese landscape are Chinese supermarkets. They are literally on every main road, street, lane, cul-de-sac, nook and cranny. By the very nature of life, in any field, especially if it has a major effect on economics and commerce, those upon whom it operates must take notice.

Residents and commuters travelling between Mahdia and Campbelltown, Region Eight (Potaro-Siparuni) are expected to benefit from improved road access as Region Eight’s newly acquired motor grader has commenced rehabilitation works on the key roadway. According to the Local Government Ministry, the motor grader has begun its maiden operation to restore the […]

The Association of Chinese Enterprises in Guyana (ACEG) has made an additional donation to the Civil Defence Commission (CDC) to support the ongoing response and relief efforts following the MV Barima maritime tragedy. The donation was handed over on Friday by ACEG General Secretary (GS) Jason Wang and received by CDC Director General Colonel Nazrul The […]

Rangers from the Protected Areas Commission (PAC) recently participated in a nature camp organised by youths in Moco Moco Village, Region Nine (Upper Takutu-Upper Essequibo), in an effort to strengthen environmental awareness and conservation. According to a post on the commission’s social media page, rangers attached to the Kanuku Mountains Protected […]

A 54-year-old Guyanese was released from His Majesty’s Prison on Antigua after being convicted and sentenced to 18 years’ imprisonment for rape. Following his release, he was handed over to immigration authorities and subsequently deported to his home country of Guyana. According to Antigua NewsRoom Eustace Barry’s release marks the completion of that […]

The Guyana Police Force (GPF) Traffic Department in Region Nine (Upper Takutu-Upper Essequibo) has expanded its community engagement efforts through road safety sensitisation activities and the delivery of driver services to residents in the South Rupununi. On Saturday, August 1, 2026, ranks attached to the Lethem Police Station Traffic Department conducted […]